Pirates’ Title Hopes Dented After Draw To Richards Bay

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Orlando Pirates’ push for the Betway Premiership title was dealt a minor blow as they were held to a pulsating 2-2 draw by Richards Bay FC at the uMhlathuze Sports Complex on Friday night. Thulani Gumede and Lindokuhle Zikhali were on target for the hosts, while Oswin Appollis and Lebone Seema. ALSO READ: R Bay & Pirates Starting XIs AnnouncedBarns – We Know Pirates’ Strengths & Weaknesses The draw proved costly, as it handed Mamelodi Sundowns the chance to stretch their advantage to four points. The Buccaneers remain second on 55 points after 24 outings. Richards Bay, on the other

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Official: Sekhukhune Snap Up Ex-Downs Defender

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Sekhukhune United have announced the signing of former Mamelodi Sundowns defender Rivaldo Coetzee. Coetzee parted ways with Masandawana at the end of the previous campaign after his progress was halted by prevailing injuries. ALSO READ: Tinker Breaks Silence On CoetzeeExclusive: Latest Update on Coetzee’s Future It was recently reported widely that Babina Noko and the player were closing in on agreeing on a short-term contract that would keep him at the club for the remainder of the season. The club has now made that announcement on Friday night via their social media platforms. The 28-year-old Coetzee began training with the

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Chislett Calls On Chiefs Improvement For Galaxy Tie

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Kaizer Chiefs fan favourite Ethan Chislett has called on his teammates to stamp their authority despite their spirited win over ORBIT College. The Glamour Boys rallied back from a goal down to cruise to an emphatic 3-1 victory over Mswenko Boys to elevate them up to third place on the Betway Premiership log. Amakhosi have recorded three straight wins on the trot overcoming Magesi FC 2-0, Durban City 1-0 and the comeback triumph over ORBIT. The silky attacker has thus urged his colleagues to not rest on their laurels but keep pushing as they seek a fourth victory on the

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Jali Shares Views On Bucs-Downs Title Race

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Retired South African legend Andile Jali has weighed in on this season’s Betway Premiership title race between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns. The two are currently involved in a tight race with defending champions Sundowns enjoying top spot on the Betway Premiership table with 56 points, two points away from the Buccaneers both from 23 outings. Pirates have finished second behind Sundwons in the last three seasons but haven’t been as close as they are this time around points wise. Jali has won the championship with both sides, two with the Sea Robbers and four with the Brazilians. He spoke

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R Bay & Pirates Starting XIs Announced

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Richards Bay and Orlando Pirates have announced their starting lineups for the highly anticipated Betway Premiership match scheduled at the uMhlathuze Sports Complex. Following a recent win, Richards Bay is seeking to secure back-to-back victories for the first time since September. The team currently occupies 11th position with 26 points garnered from 23 matches, having lost three of their last six encounters, winning two and drawing one. A victory tonight would propel them into the top eight and potentially ensure their safety from relegation. Conversely, Pirates, who are in top form, aim to seize the top spot this evening, presently

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Kekana – We Know What’s At Stake

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Mamelodi Sundowns defender Grant Kekana says the squad is driven by a collective hunger to surpass last season’s achievements, as Masandawana enter the business end of the campaign with silverware firmly in their sights. With the Betway Premiership title race heating up, the experienced centre-back has called on his teammates to maintain their standards and leave nothing on the table as the season reaches its decisive phase. “I think we know what’s at stake, we know what awaits us at the end of the season if we keep going, it’s our biggest motivation, also to better what we did last

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Barns – We Know Pirates’ Strengths & Weaknesses 

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Richards Bay FC attacker Sanele Barns says the team is well prepared for a tough Betway Premiership clash against an in-form Orlando Pirates side. The two teams are set to meet on Friday night at the uMhlathuze Sports Complex, with kick-off scheduled for 19:30. ALSO READ: Ncikazi On Pirates Playing at ‘Unfamiliar’ uMhlathuzeZothwane Sends Strong Message to Pirates Both sides head into the encounter on the back of midweek league victories and will be eager to maintain their winning momentum. Barns added that their focus is on extending their run, noting that they have thoroughly analysed their opponents and understand

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Munetsi Earns Recognition In France For Major Revival

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Former Orlando Pirates talent Marshall Munetsi has secured the Player of the Month gong at Paris FC as he continues to drive the club towards Ligue 1 safety. Munetsi, 29, returned to France in January on loan from Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers where he scored four goals with two assists in 31 games but with the club struggling for form – so did his impact wane. But now since his move to Paris, in a country where he spent six years with Stade de Reims, Munetsi has once again found himself with four goals in his last six Ligue

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South African Duo Earn FIFA World Cup Call

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South Africa will have representation on and off the pitch at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with referee Abongile Tom and assistant referee Zakhele Siwela both confirmed on the final list of match officials for the tournament. Tom is among 52 referees appointed for the tournament, which runs from 11 June to 19 July across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, while Siwela is part of the 88-strong assistant referee pool. Cape Town-born Tom, 34, is regarded as the top match official in the Premier Soccer League and has held FIFA referee status since 2020. It will be the first

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