Category: Orlando Pirates

The MTN8 – as we know the cup competition today – was first contested back in 1972. It features the top eight finishers from the previous season’s DStv Premiership with the champions facing…

Some playing careers don’t burn long, but they burn bright. Orlando Pirates once had one of South Africa’s most gifted footballers ever on their books. Mbulelo Mabizela is certainly a player who…

Orlando Pirates fans are enjoying themselves once again as they bask in more MTN8 glory, the club’s fourth title on the bounce. Mbekezeli Mbokazi has been a shining light this term as…

Orlando Pirates were this close to landing the towering Nigerian defender Chimzulam Collins Nwoburuoke, but fate had other plans. The 22-year-old center back, who had been impressing on trial with the Soweto…

Mohau Nkota has left Orlando Pirates and headed to Saudi Arabia. That means there’s space in the first team for a youngster to step. Neo Mokoena is the new kid on the…

Orlando Pirates star Sihle Nduli ran the show in midfield as the Buccaneers stormed to a 3-0 MTN8 final triumph over his former side, Stellenbosch FC. But despite the celebrations, the midfielder…

Orlando Pirates have reportedly entered the race to sign a top-quality African defender! The Buccaneers have significantly bolstered their squad up this transfer window, welcoming a number of new players. The chequebook…

Orlando Pirates may have lifted the MTN8 trophy in Mbombela, but the celebrations carried a deeper meaning. Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou made sure the spotlight also shone on those who couldn’t be on…

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has shared his thoughts after winning the MTN8 trophy. The Moroccan coach joined the Sea Robbers in June, replacing Jose Riveiro. With the former coach having…

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has opened up on the lack of support he has received in South Africa. Ouaddou was named as Jose Riveiro’s successor at the Buccaneers at the…