Orlando Pirates are set to kick off their 2025/26 Betway Premiership campaign this evening with a home clash against Sekhukhune United.
After an intense pre-season, the Buccaneers will be eager to start their league journey on a strong note, especially in front of their loyal home supporters.
All eyes will be on coach Abeslam Ouaddou and his side to deliver a statement performance against a resilient Eric Tinkler’s Babina Noko.
BETWAY PREMIERSHIP: ORLANDO PIRATES VS SEKHUKHUNE UNITED ON SUPERSPORT
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Supporters who can’t make it to the stadium won’t miss a moment of the action. The match will be broadcast live on SuperSport channel 202. Kick-off is scheduled for 17:30.
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ERIC TINKLER RATES ORLANDO PIRATES STAR SIPHO MBULE
Eric Tinkler, the former coach of Orlando Pirates midfielder Sipho Mbule, has offered a frank assessment on the midfield maestro, saying he is still short of what he’s truly capable of.
Tinkler worked with the then very young Mbule at SuperSport United before a reunion at Sekhukhune United last season.
When asked about Mbule’s performance in Orlando Pirates’ recent MTN8 quarterfinal win over Polokwane City, Tinkler praised his natural technical ability but questioned his overall influence on games.
“Sipho is a talent,” Tinkler told the media at the Betway Premiership launch. “But the contribution overall is what you got to ask… Full story here.
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