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Watch: Will Orlando Pirates defend their MTN8 trophy?
Moses Mabhida Stadium will be the centre of attention when Orlando Pirates lock horns with Stellenbosch in the final of the MTN8.
MTN8 Final: Stellenbosch and Orlando Pirates set for historic clash
Stellenbosch FC are on the brink of making history as they prepare to face Orlando Pirates in the MTN8 Cup Final at the Moses Mabhida Stadium.
Orlando Pirates face injury concerns ahead of MTN8 final
Assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi has confirmed that both Olisa Ndah and Monnapule Saleng have missed training in the lead-up to the MTN8 final against Stellenbosch FC.
Orlando Pirates’ Deon Hotto dreaming of MTN8 glory against Stellenbosch FC
Orlando Pirates striker Deon Hotto says “it’d be amazing to win the [MTN8} final on Saturday”.
Chaine Warns of Tough MTN8 Final Challenge
Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine has urged his teammates to remain focused on the task at hand as they aim to secure a historic third consecutive MTN8 title.
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro cautious of Stellenbosch threat in the MTN8 final
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro is aware of Stellenbosch FC’s danger in their MTN8 final clash at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday 5 October.
Happy Jele reflects on tough choices amid Itumeleng Khune’s transition
Former Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele reflected on the challenges of leaving a club he served for 16 years, similar to Itumeleng Khune’s situation.
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro praised match-winner
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro praised match-winner
Betway Premiership: Richards Bay vs Orlando Pirates Preview
Brandon Truter and Richards Bay prepare for a tough fixture when they welcome the red-hot Orlando Pirates to the King Zwelithini Stadium on Sunday.
Jose Riveiro calls in-form Orlando Pirates to remain humble
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has emphasized the need for his side to keep their “feet on the ground” after their positive start to the new season. The Buccaneers have already secured their place in the final of the
Jose Riveiro calls in-form Orlando Pirates to remain humble
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has emphasised the need for his side to keep their “feet on the ground” after their positive start to the new season. The Buccaneers have already secured their place in the final of the
Jose Riveiro lauds Orlando Pirates substitute Evidence Makgopa
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro was full of praise for Evidence Makgopa after the striker came off the bench to score twice against Polokwane City on Tuesday Monnapule Saleng bagged his third goal of the season when he broke
Evidence Makgopa double inspires Pirates to victory over Polokwane
Orlando Pirates triumphed 3-0 over Polokwane City in the Betway Premiership, as Evidence Makgopa’s late brace shone at Orlando Stadium on Tuesday afternoon. The match started with Pirates asserting their dominance, enjoying 64% possession in the first half but
Deano Van Rooyen delighted with Orlando Pirates’ start to the season
Deano Van Rooyen was delighted to have made his league debut for Orlando Pirates in the 2-1 Betway Premiership defeat of Chippa United.
Orlando Pirates set to face in-form Polokwane City in Betway Premiership clash
Orlando Pirates will take on an in-form Polokwane City side in Tuesday’s Betway Premiership match at the historic Orlando Stadium in Soweto. The Buccaneers had to fight hard to secure a narrow 1-0 victory over Botswana’s Jwaneng Galaxy in
Disciplined Orlando Pirates progress to the Caf Champions League group stage
Orlando Pirates overcame Jwaneng Galaxy 1-0 in their second leg encounter at Orlando Stadium on Saturday to qualify for the CAF Champions League group stage.
Jose Riveiro: Fixture congestion not a problem for Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro isn’t overly concerned by the club’s intensive schedule as they prepare to face Jwaneng Galaxy on Saturday. While most clubs are gearing up for just their second Betway Premiership match of the new season,
Jose Riveiro: Important points, good start with a victory
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro admitted it was important to pick up all three points from their Betway Premiership opener against Chippa United. The Soweto giants found themselves a goal down to a 22nd-minute Andile Jali strike at the
Orlando Pirates come from behind to edge Chippa in league opener
Monnapule Saleng’s late winner rescues Orlando Pirates in a come-from-behind win over Chippa in Betway Premiership season opener. Andile Jali returned to haunt his former club, scoring a stunning long-range strike to give the visitors the lead midway through
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.