Kaizer Chiefs legend Thabo ‘Tsiki Tsiki’ Mooki reflected on the Ellis Park Stadium tragedy where 43 supporters perished during a match between Amakhosi and Orlando Pirates. The Ellis Park disaster happened 23 years ago on 11 April 2001. The Soweto Derby between the two teams was played mid-week in the evening and ultimately led to … Read more
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has explained why he substituted Sipho Chaine for Siyabonga Mpontshane during their 7-1 win over Golden Arrows on Saturday. Chaine, the Buccaneers’ first-choice keeper this season, made way in the 54th minute. Despite the goalkeeper change, Pirates dominated the match with ease, even though Mpontshane conceded a goal. Riveiro has … Read more
Orlando Pirates striker Kermit Erasmus’s future at the club remains uncertain with his contract expiring soon. The 33-year-old joined the Buccaneers in 2022 from Mamelodi Sundowns but has failed to make a major impact at the club. Erasmus was instrumental during his first stint with Orlando Pirates between 2013 and 2016. He scored 19 goals … Read more
Orlando Pirates return to the green grass this evening when they travel to the Peter Mokaba Stadium to face Sekhukhune United. The Buccaneers have enjoyed an incredible start to 2024, picking up three wins from four matches including a stunning Soweto derby triumph over rivals Kaizer Chiefs. Next up for Jose Riveiro’s side is a … Read more
The chase for a Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates transfer target has now become a three-way race. Pirates were thought to be close to be wrapping up a new signing ahead of the new season. It has been no secret that Pirates have been interested in Shaune Mogaila, a long-term target now available for free. … Read more
Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns are set for foreign competition for a top transfer target in . It’s believed that all of Chiefs, Pirates and Sundowns are set to battle it out for SuperSport United’s Shandre Campbell. Campbell is enjoying his breakthrough season at SuperSport, having been promoted to the first team. He … Read more
The 2023/2024 Nedbank Cup has reached its Round of 16 stage with teams battling for the R7 million winners’ prize. The Nedbank Cup is the current name of South Africa’s premier club soccer knockout tournament. While many formats have been used over the years, the tournament has always been based on the idea of giving lower … Read more
Orlando Pirates will be without their number-one goalkeeper Sipho Chaine when they face Hungry Lions on Saturday evening. The Buccaneers take on Hungry Lions in the Nedbank Cup round of 16 at the Orlando Stadium. Chaine is unavailable for selection, having been granted compassionate leave following the passing of his mother. The 27-year-old keeper recently … Read more
Ex-Chiefs star’s agent exposed Stellenbosch FC’s so called unfair treatment, following the termination of his contract. In a startling revelation, Darrel Matsheke’s agent, Gerald Baloyi, has shed light on the true circumstances. Surrounding his client’s abrupt departure from Stellies. Despite initial reports citing a breach of the club’s code of conduct. Baloyi contends that there … Read more
Saturday’s Soweto derby hogged the headlines – and rightly so – as Orlando Pirates came from behind not once, but twice, to complete a 2023/2024 league ‘double’ over rivals Kaizer Chiefs. Orlando Pirates’ three points could well go a long way to determining which of the Soweto giants finishes the season higher in the standings. … Read more
