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Kaizer Chiefs hopeful as Mduduzi Shabalala begins recovery from broken hand
Flavio Silva opened the scoring for Amakhosi at Loftus Versfeld after 24 minutes, before Mduduzi Shabalala came off second best in a challenge from Jayden Adams as the sides played out a 1‑1 draw. Brayan Leon netted a 53rd
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou predicts dramatic finish to Betway Premiership title race
Abdeslam Ouaddou says Orlando Pirates intend to make up ground on Betway Premiership leaders Mamelodi Sundowns with three points against Magesi.
Mamelodi Sundowns held by resilient Kaizer Chiefs in blow to title hopes
Mamelodi Sundowns missed a chance to tighten their grip on the Betway Premiership title race after being held to a 1-1 draw by Kaizer Chiefs. The result leaves Sundowns still leading the standings but with their advantage under threat
Mamelodi Sundowns face stern Kaizer Chiefs test with title race on edge
For Sundowns, the equation is tightening. Sitting just two points ahead of Orlando Pirates at the summit, the reigning champions know there is little margin for error as they chase a ninth consecutive league title. With only a handful
Orlando Pirates stay in the hunt after downing Stellenbosch
Orlando Pirates kept their Betway Premiership title hopes alive after recording a 2-0 victory against Stellenbosch at Athlone Stadium on Tuesday. The win moves the Buccaneers to within two points of league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns with three matches remaining,
Abdeslam Ouaddou: It’s time for Orlando Pirates to get back to business
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says a well-rested Buccaneers are still in contention for the Betway Premiership title.
“We Will Overcome Stellenbosch”- Ncikazi backs Orlando Pirates ahead of crucial clash
Orlando Pirates travel to Athlone Stadium on Tuesday night for a pivotal Betway Premiership encounter against Stellenbosch FC- a match that could significantly influence both ends of the table.
Relebohile Mofokeng stays positive despite Soweto Derby setback
The result dealt a blow to the Buccaneers’ Betway Premiership title ambitions, leaving them in second place with 59 points from 26 matches, five behind leaders Mamelodi Sundowns.
Ernst Middendorp questions Orlando Pirates’ coach’s leadership after Soweto Derby outburst
Middendorp suggested that the Orlando Pirates mentor fell short of the communication standards expected at elite level.
Abdeslam Ouaddou says Soweto Derby was like a ‘karate’ duel not football
Abdeslam Ouaddou says he thought the Soweto Derby was like a “karate” duel and urged officials to “protect the players who are willing to play football”.
Mandla Ncikazi Praises Tactical Development Behind Mofokeng’s Rise
Pirates continue their preparations for Saturday’s high-stakes Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs at FNB Stadium, where a win would strengthen their push at the top of the table in a tight title race involving Mamelodi Sundowns.
Abdeslam Ouaddou insists Orlando Pirates must stay grounded despite title push ahead of Soweto Derby
The Buccaneers eased to a 3-0 first round win over Amakhosi and come into this tie in some impressive form as they chase an elusive Betway Premiership title. Ouaddou’s charges are in first place on the league standings with
“We are ready to win this game” – Kaizer Chiefs’ Khalil Ben Youssef confident ahead of Soweto derby
Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef says his side are full of confidence heading into Sunday’s eagerly anticipated Soweto derby.
Orlando Pirates Striker Andre de Jong Eyes Soweto Derby Debut
Orlando Pirates striker Andre de Jong says he hopes to play his part in Saturday’s Soweto derby after watching the 3-0 first round victory from the bench.
Betway Premiership: Five talking points ahead of the Soweto Derby
The Glamour Boys will be looking to end a five-match losing streak in the league against the Buccaneers while also avenging the first round 3-0 defeat in February. Is this a title decider for Pirates? AmaBhakaniya currently sit on
“It’s Going to Be a Spectacle,” says Orlando Pirates captain Nkosinathi Sibisi ahead of the Soweto Derby
With the Betway Premiership title race entering its decisive phase, Pirates remain locked in pursuit of Mamelodi Sundowns, making the clash at FNB Stadium far more than just a battle for bragging rights.
Soweto Derby fire returns: Chiefs v Pirates clash rekindles iconic rivalry
Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates prepare for another iconic Soweto Derby at FNB Stadium on Sunday afternoon having previously met 184 times.
Mandla Ncikazi Tips Relebohile Mofokeng for Orlando Pirates Captaincy
Mandla Ncikazi says Relebohile Mofokeng has all the qualities to captain Orlando Pirates.
Orlando Pirates forward Oswin Appollis plays down Player of the Season talk
The 24-year-old Bafana Bafana midfielder has been excellent for the Buccaneers since his switch from Polokwane City this season. He has been one of the club’s standout players as they bid to end Mamelodi Sundowns’ near decade of dominance
“We’ll play whatever’s in front of us” -Orlando Pirates assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi eyes Soweto Derby double over Kaizer Chiefs
The Buccaneers recorded a 3-0 Betway Premiership victory over Amakhosi in their first-round league match at the FNB Stadium in February, with Tshepang Moremi, Oswin Appollis and Evidence Makgopa all on target. While Pirates are fighting for the South
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.