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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
Cedric Kaze calls on Kaizer Chiefs to bounce back from Betway Premiership defeat to Orlando Pirates
Kaizer Chiefs co-head coach Cedric Kaze has called on his players to bounce back from their 3-0 Betway Premiership defeat to Orlando Pirates on Saturday. Tshepang Moremi opened the scoring at the FNB Stadium after just four minutes. Oswin
ORLANDO PIRATES blitz Kaizer Chiefs in Soweto Derby rout
Orlando Pirates stormed to a 3-0 victory over Kaizer Chiefs at FNB Stadium on Saturday afternoon in a dominant Betway Premiership display. The result sent Pirates top of the table on 41 points after 18 matches, three clear of
Soweto Derby: ‘Du Preez, when he plays, he always gets a chance’ – Strikers Under Scrutiny As Kaizer Chiefs takes aim at Orlando Pirates
The FNB Stadium is set to host a monumental chapter of the Soweto Derby as Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates face off in a sold-out encounter. While the historical rivalry is always intense, this fixture carries the weight of
Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates: Kick-Off Time, Odds, Preview and Prediction
South African football will once again come to a standstill when the first Soweto derby of the season takes centre stage, as Kaizer Chiefs host bitter rivals Orlando Pirates at the iconic FNB Stadium in a blockbuster Betway Premiership
Soweto Derby: Players to watch in Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates
The Soweto Derby promises to be one of the most exciting fixtures of the Betway Premiership season, with Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates aiming for the title.
Orlando Pirates Coach Ouaddou confirms Makgopa & Mbatha Return ahead of Soweto Derby
Evidence Makgopa, with three goals and three assists in 14 Betway Premiership outings this season, has spent the past two weeks sidelined by injury — missing defeats to Mamelodi Sundowns in the league and Casric Stars in the Nedbank
Favoritism or Tactics: Will Team Selections Prove Decisive in the Soweto Derby?
With Kaizer Chiefs fans questioning the absence of Velebayi, Baartman, and Shinga, and Orlando Pirates supporters debating Ouaddou’s reliance on Mbuthuma, Sebelebele, and Sibisi, the coaches’ choices could be the defining factor in South Africa’s biggest football clash.
Kaizer Chiefs Boss Hits Back! Ben Youssef Defends approach ahead of the Soweto derby
This follows Chiefs’ disappointing 2-1 defeat to Stellenbosch FC at a packed FNB Stadium on Tuesday night. The loss marked the second time this month that Stellies have beaten the Glamour Boys, having also knocked them out of the Nedbank Cup.
Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates: What to Watch for in Saturday’s Soweto Derby
We take a look at five key factors ahead of Saturday’s Betway Premiership derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates at FNB Stadium.
From Underdogs to Heroes: Mthombeni Breaks Silence after historic Pirates upset
Casric Stars’ stunning Nedbank Cup triumph over Orlando Pirates has transformed the Mpumalanga outfit from overlooked outsiders into genuine contenders. At the heart of this fairytale is goalkeeper Wandile Mthombeni, whose penalty heroics sealed a famous Last 16 victory and gave “The Believers” a platform to dream bigger.
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.