Stephens: We Can Challenge Pirates
Stellenbosch FC goalkeeper Sage Stephens is confident that his side can go toe to toe against cup specialists Orlando Pirates ahead of their MTN8 final clash at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday (18:00). The odds are firmly stacked against Steve Barker’s men as the Soweto Giants look to secure a historic three-peat of the top […]
Ncikazi: Saleng And Ndah Have Not Trained For Days
Huge concern at Orlando Pirates as assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi has confirmed that both Olisa Ndah and Monnapule Saleng have not trained for days for their upcoming MTN8 final against Stellenbosch on Saturday. Nigerian defender and vice-captain, Ndah along with current club top scorer Saleng were both out on injury when The Buccaneers faced Richards Bay in their last game at […]
Chaine Calls For Focus Ahead Of MTN8 Final
Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine has urged his teammates to shift their focus from the prospect of creating history, with the defending champions on the cusp of winning three successive MTN8 titles. The Buccaneers are set to battle against Stellenbosch FC in the MTN8 final at a sold-out Moses Mabhida stadium on Saturday, to become […]
Jose Ready For Formidable Side Of Stellenbosch
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro acknowledges the formidable challenge posed by Stellenbosch FC in the MTN8 final but insists his team is well-prepared. The Buccaneers will clash with Stellies at the sold-out Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday (18:00) aiming for a third consecutive MTN8 title. Pirates face a stern test against a Stellies side that […]
Truter Wants To Build Bay’s Playing Identity
Richards Bay coach Brandon Truter has welcomed the MTN8 final and the upcoming FIFA international break as an opportunity to solidify his team’s playing style and identity. With no league matches this weekend and the MTN8 final between Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch scheduled for Saturday, Truter will have a chance to focus on training and […]
Nigeria Drops Pirates Skipper
Nigeria’s interim coach Augustine Eguavoen has left out Orlando Pirates defender Olisa Ndah from the country’s 23-man squad for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Libya. Eguavoen, who replaced Finidi George as Nigeria’s head coach, announced his final squad earlier this week. Ndah, the Pirates captain, was initially included in the […]
Pirates Aims For Historic MTN8 Feat
Orlando Pirates seeks to etch their name in South African football history by winning an unprecedented third consecutive MTN8 trophy at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday. Pirates’ versatile player, Deon Hotto, expressed his belief that achieving this feat would be something they would cherish for the rest of their lives. The Soweto Giants have […]
Jose: Bay’s Game Was Ideal For MTN8 Final
Orlando Pirates coach José Riveiro believes that Richards Bay’s defensive structure, which made it difficult for them to penetrate, was an ideal preparation for his team’s upcoming MTN8 final against Stellenbosch. The Soweto Giants will participate in their third consecutive MTN8 final when they face Steve Barker’s well-organized side at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on […]
Riveiro Explains Sesane Substitution
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has revealed that his decision to substitute Thabiso Sesane during their 1-0 victory over Richards Bay at King Zwelithini Stadium on Sunday was primarily driven by concerns about potential numerical disadvantage and the chance of missing the MTN8 final. Sesane was cautioned in the 10th minute for a foul on […]
Was Pirates Saving Ndah And Saleng For the MTN8 Final? Jose Respond
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has opened up on the absence of two usual starters Olisa Ndah and Monnapule Saleng in their 1-0 away victory over Richards Bay on Sunday. In their first away league fixture of the season, Pirates were without the services of two key figures in vice-captain Ndah and the current club’s top scorer for the new season, Saleng. The two […]