Despite a gritty 1-0 victory over ten-man Magesi FC that brought Orlando Pirates within three points of league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns, coach Jose Riveiro criticized the state of the pitch.
Orlando Pirates have shone with attacking flair, while Mamelodi Sundowns boast a solid defence under new coach Miguel Cardoso in the Betway Premiership race.
Orlando Pirates squandered a lead as they were held to a 1-1 draw against Stade d’Abidjan in their Caf Champions League group clash in the Ivory Coast.
Orlando Pirates’ rising star, Relebohile Mofokeng, has impressed over the past two seasons, capturing the attention of the South African football community and sparking interest from Spanish La Liga giants, Barcelona.