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Abdeslam Ouaddou praises Orlando Pirates’ character after holding Mamelodi Sundowns in MTN8 semis
Abdeslam Ouaddou was pleased with Orlando Pirates’ performance as they fought back in their MTN8 semi-final first leg with Mamelodi Sundowns to secure a 1-1 dra
MTN 8 semi-finals: Five talking points ahead of MTN8 semi-finals first leg fixtures
MTN8 semi-finals heats up with Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns, Stellenbosch, and Sekhukhune United battling for first-leg supremacy.
Watch: “Sundowns is more likely to give Pirates three or four on Saturday,” A bold prediction on Pirates vs Sundowns match
As the highly anticipated MTN8 semifinal between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns approaches, one soccer pundit believes the match is already a foregone conclusion.
MTN8 Showdown: “There’s always pressure when you train such a big club” – Abdeslam Ouaddou Faces Mounting Pressure Ahead of MTN8 Showdown
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou admits he is feeling the pressure ahead of Saturday’s highly anticipated MTN8 semi-final first-leg clash against Mamelodi Sundowns.
MTN8 Semi-Final Preview: “It’s the first time we are going to play each other in a cup match” – Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso Out to End Orlando Pirates Cup Dominance
In a highly anticipated MTN8 semifinal clash, Orlando Pirates will host Mamelodi Sundowns at a sold-out Orlando Stadium this Saturday.
Kamogelo Sebelebele opens up on realising his dream of joining Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates’ newest signing, Kamogelo Sebelele, has expressed immense excitement about joining the Buccaneers, describing it as a dream come true. Having been an ardent supporter of the club since his younger years, the 23-year-old winger is thrilled to don the iconic black and white jersey.
Orlando Pirates legend calls for sharpness ahead of MTN8 clash against Mamelodi Sundowns
Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is under early pressure as his side gears up for a crucial MTN8 semi-final against Sundowns on Saturday.
Orlando Pirates’ Sihle Nduli laments on Marumo Gallants loss: We threw away the three points
Sihle Nduli said Orlando Pirates created more than enough chances to win their Betway Premiership clash with Marumo Gallants.
PSL Transfer News: Former Orlando Pirates player finds new club
Marumo Gallants have confirmed the return of midfielder Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo, following his release from Orlando Pirates at the end of last season.
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou on loss to Gallants: We have to analyse and come back stronger
Abdeslam Ouaddou says Orlando Pirates will “come back stronger” after losing 2-1 to Marumo Gallants in the Betway Premiership on Tuesday.
Betway Premiership: Marumo Gallants Snatch Late Winner to Dispatch Orlando Pirates
Marumo Gallants delivered a stunning blow to Orlando Pirates with a last-gasp goal in stoppage time, sealing a thrilling 2-1 victory in their Betway Premiership encounter.
Ouaddou Clarifies Mabasa Omission: “Mabasa is available. It was a choice we made.”
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has addressed questions surrounding Tshegofatso Mabasa’s absence from the squad in their Betway Premiership opener against Sekhukhune United.
Hot Seat: Ouaddou Calls for Belief After Orlando Pirates’ Opening Day Defeat in Betway Premiership
It was a tough start to the Betway Premiership season for Orlando Pirates and their new coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou, who saw their campaign begin with a 1-0 loss to Sekhukhune United.
Sekhukhune United shock Orlando Pirates in Betway Premiership opener
Sekhukhune claimed a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Orlando Pirates in their Betway Premiership opener at Orlando Stadium on Saturday.
Orlando Pirates to unleash new firepower against Sekhukhune in league opener
The 2025/26 Betway Premiership season kicks off with a blockbuster clash as Orlando Pirates host Sekhukhune United at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on Saturday.
Listen: 2025/26 Betway Premiership Kicks Off with High Stakes
The South African top flight returns this weekend, with the new Betway Premiership season promising to be one of the most fiercely contested in recent memory.
PSL Kick Off: Grobler and Makgalwa Partnership a Threat to Orlando Pirates
Following a sensational debut for Sekhukhune United, veteran striker Bradley Grobler has established an exciting new partnership with teammate Keletso Makgalwa, which could pose a significant threat to Orlando Pirates in their upcoming league opener.
Top Five Key Takeaways from the MTN8 Ahead of the PSL Season
The MTN8 quarterfinals offered a revealing glimpse into the upcoming PSL season, with some of the league’s top teams making strong statements while others left fans with more questions than answers.
Abdoulaye Mariko vows to honour Orlando Pirates legacy
Abdoulaye Mariko has passionately expressed that he feels a “deep responsibility” to give his best for Orlando Pirates this season.
2025/26 Orlando Pirates: Refreshed Sea Robbers Still Have the Same Winning Mentality
Orlando Pirates kicked off their season with a commanding 2-0 victory against Polokwane City in the MTN8 quarter-finals.
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.