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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.
Jose Riveiro praises Kabelo Dlamini’s standout performance in the Nedbank Cup victory
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro expressed his delight after midfielder Kabelo Dlamini was named man-of-the-match, following the Buccaneers’ narrow 1-0 win.
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro endorses Bucs documentary
Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro expressed his willingness for fans to get a glimpse behind the scenes in a documentary featuring the Betway Premiership team.
Relentless Orlando Pirates secure place in third consecutive Nedbank Cup final
Orlando Pirates edged Marumo Gallants 1-0 in a tense Nedbank Cup semifinal clash on Sunday, booking their place in the final for the third consecutive time.
Orlando Pirates vs Marumo Gallants: Kick-off time, betting odds, form guide & more!
Orlando Pirates are on a mission to secure their third consecutive Ke Yona Cup title, aiming to further cement their legacy in the tournament’s annals. However, they face a formidable obstacle in the form of Marumo Gallants, a team defying expectations with each passing round.
Orlando Pirates targeting a third consecutive Nedbank Cup final
Orlando Pirates will be looking to secure their place in another final when they face Marumo Gallants in their Nedbank Cup semi at the Orlando Stadium on Sunday
Tapelo Xoki backs Mbekezeli Mbokazi to shine at Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates’ rising star Mbekezeli Mbokazi is quickly earning respect and recognition after breaking into the first team.
Dino Ndlovu warns Orlando Pirates ahead of Nedbank Cup clash
Dino Ndlovu says Marumo Gallants can surprise Orlando Pirates in their Nedbank Cup semi-final at the Orlando Stadium on Sunday.
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro: Nedbank Cup semi is a different animal
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro admits his side need to be wary of Marumo Gallants in their Nedbank Cup semi-final on Sunday.
Nedbank Cup: Riveiro Eyes Ke Yona Cup Final Berth Amidst Rematch with Gallants
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro is keenly aware of the psychological dimension as his team prepares to face Marumo Gallants in a crucial Nedbank Cup semi-final at Orlando Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
Amajita: Coach Mdaka Names Strong South Africa U-20 Squad for AFCON featuring Pirates’ Mbokazi and Chiefs’ Vilakazi
South Africa’s U-20 national team is gearing up for the U-20 AFCON in Egypt, with coach Mdaka announcing a well-balanced 21-player squad.
Junior Khanye remains unconvinced that Orlando Pirates can win the Champions League
Although Orlando Pirates have had a remarkable journey to the CAF Champions League semi-finals, former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Junior Khanye remains skeptical.
Nasreddine Nabi opens up on South African teams’ progress in CAF competitions
Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi believes that South African teams succeeding in continental competitions will elevate the standard of football in the country.
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.