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suspensions looming for Orlando Pirates stars ahead of Kaizer Chiefs clash
Orlando Pirates have four key players just one yellow card away from suspension ahead of their critical Betway Premiership clash against Sekhukhune United.

Orlando Pirates vs Sekhukhune United – 30 April 2025: Players to watch, H2H, betting tips, kick-off & more!
After their elimination in the Caf Champions League semi-finals, Orlando Pirates will be eager to return to winning ways when they host Sekhukhune United on Wednesday night.

Top Three Tango: Orlando Pirates out to close the gap on Mamelodi Sundowns ahead of showdown with Sekhukhune United
Orlando Pirates return to home turf where they will look to continue their stride in the fiercely competitive Betway Premiership title race as they take on fellow top-three contenders, Sekhukhune United.

Jose Riveiro proud of Orlando Pirates despite CAF Champions League loss
Jose Riveiro Orlando Pirates coach has praised his players for a “fantastic performance” despite their 3-2 defeat to Pyramids FC in the CAF Champions League.

Pyramids end Orlando Pirates’ CAF Champions League dream in Cairo
Orlando Pirates’ hopes of continental glory were dashed under the Cairo lights as they fell 3-2 to Pyramids FC in a pulsating second-leg clash.

Pyramids v Orlando Pirates: Kick-off time, betting odds, form guide & more!
Orlando Pirates are gearing up for a pivotal TotalEnergies CAF Champions League semi-final showdown, hosting Pyramids FC of Egypt at the 30 June Stadium this evening. The Buccaneers, enjoying a rich vein of form under head coach Jose Riveiro, are on a mission to emulate the feats of past Pirates generations, including the celebrated 1995 champions and the 2013 finalists.

TAKEAWAYS: Three things you probably didn’t know ahead of Pyramids vs Orlando Pirates
Pyramids FC will look to ignite their TotalEnergies AF Champions League campaign when they welcome Orlando Pirates to the 30 June Stadium in Cairo for the second-leg semifinal.

CAF CL: Pyramids FC welcome Orlando Pirates to Cairo in race TO TotalEnergies CAF Champions League final
The stage is set in the Egyptian capital as Pyramids FC prepare to host South African giants Orlando Pirates at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo for a pivotal TotalEnergies CAF Champions League semifinal second-leg encounter.

Orlando Pirates-linked Rulani Mokwena part ways with Wydad AC
South African-born mentor Rulani Mokwena has officially parted ways with Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic.

Spotlight: You’ve heard of Mamelodi Sundowns, Al Ahly, and Orlando Pirates — but who are Orlando Pirates’ semi-final hosts, Pyramids FC?
After two tightly contested first-leg encounters in the CAF Champions League semifinals, neither of South Africa’s representatives — Mamelodi Sundowns nor Orlando Pirates — could capitalize fully on home ground advantage.

Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane open to Orlando Pirates head coach role
Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane admits he would be open to the possibility at taking up the reins at Orlando Pirates.

Moeneeb Josephs against Rulani Mokwena succeeding Jose Riveiro at Orlando Pirates – ‘We don’t need an ego there now’
Jose Riveiro’s replacement has been a hot topic since his imminent departure was announced, with Rulani Mokwena amongst the suggested names, but former Bucs goalkeeper Moeneeb Josephs doesn’t approve of Mlungisi taking over from Riveiro.

VAR Strikes Twice: Stalemate Sets Up High-Stakes Second Leg in Egypt After Pirates Are Held at Home in CAF Champions League Semi-Final
Orlando Pirates and Pyramids FC played out a tense 0-0 draw in the first leg of their CAF Champions League semi-final at a packed FNB Stadium, leaving the tie finely balanced ahead of next week’s decisive return leg in Egypt.

Orlando Pirates v Pyramids: Kick-off time, betting odds, form guide & more!
Orlando Pirates are gearing up for a pivotal TotalEnergies CAF Champions League semi-final showdown, hosting the in-form Pyramids FC of Egypt at the Orlando Stadium this evening.

‘We can’t slip now’, Jose Riveiro warns Orlando Pirates ahead of Pyramids clash
Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has laid down the gauntlet ahead of a crucial stretch in the season, declaring that his team cannot afford to lose.

Mandla Masango urges Kaizer Chiefs to remain humble ahead of the Nedbank Cup final
Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Mandla Masango’s prayers for a Soweto Derby final have been granted, as both Soweto teams will face off in Durban on May 10.

Hot Pursuit: Orlando Pirates Intensify Pursuit of Highly Rated Bafana Bafana Midfielder
Orlando Pirates are firmly in the final stages of securing the signature of Sinoxolo Kwayiba, the dynamic midfielder who has set the Betway Premiership alight with his performances for Chippa United and earned recognition on the international stage with Bafana Bafana.

Solid as a Rock: Jose Riveiro Applauds Orlando Pirates’ Defensive Dominance
Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has praised his team’s unwavering performances over the past week, as the Buccaneers maintain their pursuit of silverware on multiple fronts.

Orlando Pirates provide update on CAF Champions League semifinal tickets
Orlando Pirates has made an important announcement regarding tickets for their upcoming CAF Champions League semifinal match against Pyramids FC.

Nedbank Cup: The iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium Set to Host the 2025 Nedbank Cup Final
The Premier Soccer League has officially declared the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban as the stage for the highly anticipated 2025 Nedbank Cup final next month.
Orlando Pirates Football Club, often known as “The Buccaneers,” is a South African professional football club based in Orlando, Soweto. The club plays in the PSL and was founded in 1937 as Orlando Boys Club.
Orlando Pirates are the first club since the inception of the Premier Soccer League in 1996 to have won three major trophies in a single season back-to-back, having won the domestic league ABSA Premiership, the domestic cup Nedbank Cup, and the Top 8 Cup MTN8 during the ABSA Premiership 2010–11 season.
During the ABSA Premiership 2011–12 season, The Buccaneers went on another trophy haul lifting the domestic league ABSA Premiership, the League Cup Telkom Knockout, and the Top 8 Cup MTN 8.
They are one of only two South African teams with Mamelodi Sundowns to win the CAF Champions League, which they won in 1995 and were runners-up of the 2013 CAF Champions League.
They are also the runners-up of the 2015 and 2021–2022 CAF Confederations Cup.
In total Orlando Pirates have appeared in 4 Confederation of African Football finals, which is more continental finals than any other Premier Soccer League side.
Pirates have won 9 league titles and 37 trophies in total including 10 South African cup trophies.