Riveiro – Why Maswanganyi Was Subbed At HT

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Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has explained Patrick Maswanganyo was taken off at half-time to protect him from the referee. Maswanganyi donned the historical No. 10 jersey and was one of the star performers, as Pirates eased past Disciples FC at Orlando Stadium on Friday night. He scored his side’s third goal with a well-placed shot in the 28th minute but didn’t come out after the half-time break. Riveiro explained after the match that it was due to Tito picking up a yellow card, with Makhehleni Makhaula coming on to protect the lead. “He got a yellow card in

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Tito Nets Stunner As Pirates Ease Past Disciples In Orlando

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Orlando Pirates secured their place in the 2nd preliminary round of the CAF Champions League after a 4-0 win over Disciples FC at Orlando Stadium on Friday evening. After the goalless draw in the first leg in Mauritius last week, Pirates came into the game with slightly higher pressure to deliver a convincing performance for their home support. And they did exactly that, opening the scoring in the ninth minute, albeit via an own goal after relentless waves of pressure. Relebohile Mofokeng produced a stunning second after 25 minutes, weaving through the Malagasy champions defence before slotting one into the

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Pirates Explain Gilberto Absence

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Orlando Pirates have explained why new signing Gilberto did not feature in their CAF Champions League first preliminary round second-leg against Disciples. Man Pirates fans are eagerly awaiting the debut of Gilberto, 23, who joined the club from Petro de Luanda in the off season. However, the 23-year-old hasn’t featured for the Buccaneers in their first two games of the season and also missed Friday’s CAFCL clash with Disciples due to work permit issues. “Gilberto, has missed the Buccaneers’ opening fixtures as he was awaiting his work permit,” the club confirmed. “However, Orlandopiratesfc.com can confirm that Gilberto has finally received the necessary

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Pirates Starting XI For CAFCL Clash Announced

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Orlando Pirates confirmed their starting lineup for this evening’s CAF Champions League Preliminary round second-leg encounter against Madagascar champions Disciples FC at Orlando Stadium. Following a shock goalless draw six days ago, Pirates will be aiming to put home ground advantage to good use and dispatch the islanders in order to progress to the group stages. The Buccaneers were their own worst enemy by creating countless chances but failed to convert them when the two sides last clashed in Mauritius, something they will be hoping to rectify as they simultaneously look not to concede so that they do not find

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How To Watch Pirates’ CAFCL Clash Live

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Orlando Pirates‘ CAF Champions League clash with Disciples FC will be broadcast live on SABC Sport. While the first leg was not on tv in South Africa and only available via more or less reliable streams, the second leg can watched in Mzansi. However, it will not be broadcast live on the traditional channels of the public broadcasters, and instead it will be shown on it’s Digital Terrestrial Television sport channel. In addition, the match can also be streamed on SABC+, the public broadcasters streaming platform. Pirates need a win at home against the Madagascar champions after drawing the first

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Official: Nange Lands New Club After SSU Exit

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Former Kaizer Chiefs and SuperSport United midfielder Phathutshedzo Nange has been snapped up by newcomers Marumo Gallants ahead of the 2024/25 Betway Premiership campaign resumption. Nange, 32, saw his contract at Matsatsantsa terminated with a year still to run on it having made 17 appearances in all competitions for Gavin Hunt’s charges in 2023/24. Bahlabane Ba Ntwa announced the signing of the industrious midfielder via social media on Friday afternoon, as reported by iDiski Times. Ironically, Nange will face his former side Chiefs when the Betway Premiership commences on September 14 at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein.

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Rulani Cites Pep, Mourinho & Klopp Over Job Fears

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New Wydad Athletic Club head coach Rulani Mokwena has insisted he’s not worried about the short lifespan of coaches in Morocco and North Africa can have, and admitted getting sacked is part of his job. Mokwena, 37, joined Wydad just days after he parted ways with Mamelodi Sundowns, despite winning the DStv (now Betway) Premiership title and the African Football League last season. However, Mokwena has opened a new chapter in his coaching career and is attempting to awaken the sleeping giant of Wydad, who finished in fifth place in the Botola Pro last season and failed to qualify for

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Kutumela – Why I’m Not Disappointed About Downs Stint

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New Richards Bay striker Thabiso Kutumela has opened up about his time at former side Mamelodi Sundowns saying he is not disappointed that he wasn’t there longer. The 31-year-old joined the reigning league champions in 2021 and spent two seasons there, winning the treble – league title, the MTN8 and Nedbank Cup trophies. Prior to this move, the Limpopo-born forward had impressed at Maritzburg United (now Durban City FC) where he scored 28 goals in 74 matches. Kutumela played 32 games in all competitions during his time in Tshwane before being sent on loan to Cape Town City and speaking

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Chaine Discusses Pirates CAFCL Targets

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Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine believes that they have on obligation to return the club to continental glory. Since being crowned African champions in 1995, the Buccaneers have fallen short of continental glory over the years, only ever coming close again in 2012/13 as they lost to 12-time winners Al Ahly in the final after a 1-1 first leg draw before the Egyptians’ dominant 2-0 second-leg triumph. Despite domestic cup success, winning five of their last six finals, Pirates have struggled on the continental front, with the 27-year-old shot-stopper urging his colleagues to pay homage to players of yesteryears who

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