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Deon Hotto Rallies orlando Pirates to Soldier on After Siwelele Setback
Deon Hotto says Orlando Pirates must put their 1-1 draw with Siwelele behind them as they focus on beating Mamelodi Sundowns to the 2025/26 league title.
PSL: Siwelele coach Lehlohonolo Seema elaborates on PSL title race after stalemate with Orlando Pirates
Seema’s side frustrated the Soweto Giants with a hard-fought 1-1 draw at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday afternoon, a result that could influence the momentum of the title battle.
Orlando Pirates Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou remains optimistic despite dropped points
Pirates dropped two valuable points at the Orlando Amstel Arena after a determined performance from the visitors, leaving the Buccaneers with more work to do in their pursuit of the league crown.
Betway Prem: Pirates frustrated by Siwelele draw as PSL title race heats up
Orlando Pirates were held to a 1–1 draw by Siwelele FC at the Orlando Stadium on Saturday afternoon, a result that adds further intrigue to the Betway Premiership title race.
”We’ll fight until the last minute” – Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou makes Betway Premiership promise
Abdeslam Ouaddou says his Orlando Pirates team are prepared to “die on the pitch” to fulfil their dream of lifting the 2025/2026 Betway Premiership title.
Betway Premiership: Orlando Pirates reclaim top spot with win over Richards Bay
Orlando Pirates returned to the summit of the Betway Premiership table after a comfortable 2-0 win over Richards Bay at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Wednesday evening. The result keeps the Buccaneers level on points with Mamelodi Sundowns, but
‘We’re just in competition to get three points’ – assistant coach Ncikazi Tips Pirates to Keep Title Dream Alive
Orlando Pirates assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi believes his side is well prepared to secure an important victory when they host Richards Bay in a Betway Premiership clash at the Orlando Amstel Arena this evening, with kickoff set for 19:30PM.
Orlando Pirates seek to strengthen title bid against Richards Bay
The Buccaneers are level on 44 points with defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns, with only goal difference separating the two sides in what has become one of the tightest title races in recent seasons.
Innocent Maela Calls on Nkosikhona Ndaba to Improve at Orlando Pirates
Ndaba joined the Buccaneers from Richards Bay FC at the start of the season, arriving alongside striker Yanela Mbuthuma.
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou hails tight title contest as a boost for South African football
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says this season’s title race is “good for South African football”.
Why Sipho Mbule Has Been Missing for Orlando Pirates
Questions around Sipho Mbule’s recent absence from the Orlando Pirates squad have been clarified, with the midfielder currently working his way back from a minor injury. Mbule’s absence had raised eyebrows among supporters after the 27-year-old appeared to be
Outrage: Abdeslam Ouaddou slams Old Peter Mokaba Stadium as Orlando Pirates edge Polokwane City
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou praised his side for overcoming Polokwane City 2-1 but admits they struggled on the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium pitch.
Orlando Pirates Grind Out Slender Victory over Polokwane City
Orlando Pirates clung on to the summit of the Betway Premiership table following the 1-0 victory over Polokwane City at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Wednesday.
Benni McCarthy Sends Clear Message to Kaizer Chiefs: ‘If They Want Me, They Know Where to Find Me’
Benni McCarthy has once again addressed the rumours that just won’t go away — the constant whispers linking him with a move to Kaizer Chiefs. And true to form, the former Bafana Bafana striker didn’t dance around the issue
TITLE RACE HEATS UP: Orlando Pirates hunt title edge against Polokwane City
With the season entering its final stretch, the Buccaneers are determined to strengthen their grip on top spot, while Rise and Shine aim to climb further up the table.
Betway Premiership Honours for Mofokeng, Lilepo, Cardoso
Orlando Pirates’ Relebohile Mofokeng, Kaizer Chiefs’ Glody Lilepo and Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso have won PSL monthly awards for January/February.
Abdeslam Ouaddou snubs stoppage-time row following derby triumph
The Buccaneers cruised to a commanding 3-0 victory – their biggest league derby win in two decades – thanks to goals from Tshepang Moremi, Oswin Appollis and Evidence Makgopa.
Soweto Derby Debut: Sebelebele Shines Despite Pre-Game Fear
The 23-year-old defender admitted he felt overwhelmed ahead of kick-off but quickly reminded himself of the responsibility that comes with wearing the famous black and white jersey as Pirates went on to claim a 3-0 victory over Amakhosi.
Abdeslam Ouaddou Rues Missed Chances Despite Pirates’Soweto Derby Victory
The Buccaneers produced a dominant display to secure a resounding 3-0 victory at a packed FNB Stadium, a result that sent them to the summit of the Betway Premiership standings.
Mamelodi Sundowns edge Sekhukhune to go level on points with OrlanDO Pirates
Mamelodi Sundowns moved level on points with Betway Premiership leaders Orlando Pirates following a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Sekhukhune United at Loftus. The win keeps Masandawana in the title race, although the Buccaneers maintain the edge on goal difference
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.