Orlando Pirates have snapped up Norwegian striker Sebastian Pedersen. Big things are expected from Erling Haaland’s countryman.
All you need to know about Pedersen
Orlando Pirates fans sound thrilled at the arrival of ‘monster’ striker Seb Pedersen. What do you know about the marksman?
Via Siseko Gwegwe:
Pedersen arrives with an impressive pedigree. The striker represented Norway at every junior international level from Under-15 through to Under-21.
Across the last four-and-a-half seasons with Sogndal and Moss FK, he has scored 51 goals and contributed eight assists in 117 appearances.
Describing their new signing, Orlando Pirates highlighted Pedersen’s goalscoring qualities. “In terms of his style of play, Pedersen is considered a one-touch finisher rather than a bulldozer.”
Orlando Pirates star Mariko arrives in West African gear
Abdoulaye Mariko arrived for action at the weekend sporting some stylish gear. The 24-year-old Malian midfielder attracted praise from commenters on Facebook for his pre-match outfit. A lot of people think it’s more suitable for church than training. You be the judge! Pirates beat Milford 2-0 with strikes from wide men Oswin Appollis and Tshepang Moremi to get their title defence off to the perfect start.
Pirates squad numbers for 2026-27
- 3. Nkosikhona Ndaba
- 4. Abdoulaye Mariko
- 5. Nkosinathi Sibisi
- 6. Lebone Seema
- 7. Deon Hotto
- 8. Makhehleni Makkhaula
- 9. Yanela Mbuthuma
- 11. Tshepang Moremi
- 12. Oswin Appollis
- 14. Andre de Jong
- 15. Masindi Nemtajela
- 16. Thalente Mbatha
- 17. Evidence Makgopa
- 18. Kabelo Dlamini
- 19. Neo Rapoo
- 20. Simphiwe Selepe
- 21. Deano van Rooyen
- 23. Gamphani Lungu
- 24. Sipho Chaine
- 25. Boitumelo Radiopane
- 26. Matome Mmolai
- 27. Tapelo Xoki
- 28. Patrick Maswanganyi
- 29. Mthetheleli Mthiyane
- 30. Sihle Nduli
- 31. Sebastian Pedersen
- 32. Siyabonga Dladla
- 33. Thapelo Mkobodi
- 36. Kamogelo Sebelebele
- 37. Sbangani Zulu
- 38. Mpho Padime
- 39. Sifiso Luthuli
- 40. Zoëy Monyepao
- 41. Reece Braithwaite
- 43. Mpho Chabatsane
- 44. Cristian Derbyshire
- 45. Daniel Msendami
- 46. Cemran Dansin
- 47. Bohlale Ngwatoda
- 48. Simphiwe Masilela
- 49. Kabelo Kgotsitsile
Latest transfer news
What does Pedersen’s arrival mean for Evidence Makgopa? One man who seems to be staying put is Oswin Appollis. This, despite rumours of an approach from FC Porto.
