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Bucs Bounce Back: Orlando Pirates Cruise into CAF Champions League Group Stage with Commanding Victory
Orlando Pirates responded in emphatic fashion, securing their place in the CAF Champions League group stage with a dominant performance and convincing victory.
PREMIER SOCCER LEAGUE: Ncikazi returns to Golden Arrows after Dladla’s departure
Mandla Ncikazi has returned to Lamontville Golden Arrows as head coach, with the Durban club turning to a familiar figure in an attempt to revive their struggling Premiership campaign.
PREMIER SOCCER LEAGUE: Ouaddou refuses to rush Appollis back as Pirates manage winger’s recovery
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has welcomed Oswin Appollis’s return to training but insists the club will not take unnecessary risks with the Bafana Bafana international as a demanding run of fixtures approaches.
Orlando Pirates confirm Mandla Ncikazi’s departure amid links with Golden Arrows
Betway Premiership champions Orlando Pirates have confirmed the departure of assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi, who will take up a head coaching role at another club in the Premier Soccer League. The club said the move follows discussions between Ncikazi
Golden Arrows respond to speculation linking Mandla Ncikazi with coaching job
Golden Arrows have clarified speculation linking Orlando Pirates assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi with a return to the club, insisting Pitso Dladla remains coach. Reports suggest Abafana Bes’thende are considering bringing Ncikazi back to Durban as they look to turn
Abdeslam Ouaddou Explains Importance of Large Technical Team at Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou believes having a large backroom staff is crucial to managing the demands of modern football.
Abdeslam Ouaddou Urges Caution Despite Orlando Pirates victory against African Stars
The Soweto giants claimed a 1-0 victory over the Namibian champions in the first leg of their second preliminary-round tie at the Botswana National Stadium on Saturday, with Tshepang Moremi finding the decisive goal in the second half, as they aim to secure a place in the CAF Champions League group stages.
Abdeslam Ouaddou Outlines Pirates’ CAF Champions League Ambitions ahead of African Stars test
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou admits it is crucial for his team to overcome African Stars in their second CAF Champions League qualifier.
Orlando Pirates to Begin Carling Knockout Title Defence Against Milford FC
Defending champions Orlando Pirates will begin their Carling Knockout title defence at home against newly promoted Milford FC after the round of 16 draw was conducted in Fourways, Johannesburg, on Wednesday evening.
Abdeslam Ouaddou Praises defender Sigomoshe After Orlando Pirates Debut
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has praised Bulelani Sigomoshe’s attitude and work ethic after handing the defender his debut in the Buccaneers’ 3-0 victory over TS Galaxy.
Orlando Pirates coach clarifies Thalente Mbatha’s absence following TS Galaxy win
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has opened up on the reasons behind the exclusion of midfielder Thalente Mbatha for the 3-0 win against TS Galaxy. The Buccaneers won their six consecutive Betway Premiership match without conceding in the
PREMIER SOCCER LEAGUE: Orlando Pirates Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou Challenges Simphiwe Masilela to Improve
Abdeslam Ouaddou has commended Simphiwe Masilela for finding the net in Orlando Pirates’ 3-0 win over TS Galaxy, while challenging the young midfielder to turn his flair on the ball into more goals and assists.
Orlando Pirates Thrash TS Galaxy to Keep Pressure on Sundowns
Defending champions Orlando Pirates maintained their unbeaten start in the Betway Premiership after beating TS Galaxy 3-0 at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Tuesday
Abdeslam Ouaddou predicts bright future for Orlando Pirates defender Lebone Seema
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou believes defender Lebone Seema is destined for a great future following his impressive displays for club and country
Ouaddou explains why Appollis did not start in Pirates’ MTN8 final defeat
Orlando Pirates fell short of a fifth consecutive MTN8 title after Teboho Mokoena gave Mamelodi Sundowns a first-half lead at a sold-out Moses Mabhida Stadium, before Iqraam Rayners sealed the victory with a late penalty. Appollis, who had impressed
”We need to remain humble ”- Miguel Cardoso urges humility as Mamelodi Sundowns celebrate second trophy of the season
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has called on his players to remain grounded after the club claimed the MTN8 title, insisting that continued hard work will be essential as they pursue further success this season.
Mamelodi Sundowns Beat Orlando Pirates to End Four-Year MTN8 Reign
Pirates entered the contest hoping to secure an unprecedented fifth successive title, but Miguel Cardoso’s side proved too strong for the Buccaneers, delivering a disciplined performance at the iconic 2010 FIFA World Cup venue.
Tashreeq Matthews Eager to Continue Fine Form for Mamelodi Sundowns in MTN8 Final
The winger will be hoping to carry his impressive form into the showpiece after making a significant contribution to Sundowns’ success before the recent FIFA international break.
Sihle Nduli shares honest injury admission ahead of Orlando Pirates’ MTN8 final
Sihle Nduli is continuing his rehabilitation after suffering a severe grade-three ankle ligament tear during Orlando Pirates’ Betway Premiership clash against AmaZulu at Kings Park Stadium in August. Nduli was forced off in the first half following a heavy
Abdeslam Ouaddou warns Orlando Pirates against relying on past MTN8 success
The Soweto giants will attempt to become the first team to win the competition five times in succession when they meet the Brazilians at Moses Mabhida Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00.
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.