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Orlando Pirates had a couple of new faces spotted in first-team training this morning ahead of their 2nd leg CAF Champions League preliminary round fixture against Disciples FC. The Buccaneers will host the Madagascar Premier League champions at Orlando Stadium on Friday evening after the 1st leg in Mauritius ended...

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has confirmed that Carlos Nodar Paz has joined the club's Strength and Conditioning department. The countryman of Riveiro previously worked with the Pirates head coach at Celta de Vigo, but then also had stints in Asia with East Bengal in India and Wuhan Three Town...

Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine has named Kaizer Chiefs legend Itumeleng Khune as one of his long-term favourite keepers. Chaine’s goalkeeping career can be traced as far back at during his days at Bloemfontein Celtic development, to Royal AM and then Chippa United. ALSO READ: Official: Ex-Pirates Striker Lands New...

In this week’s edition, Velile Mnyandu caught up with Orlando Pirates goalkeeper and the MTN8 Last Man Standing from last season, Sipho Chaine. We also bring you a SAFJA-hosted interview with Wydad Athletic coach Rulani Mokwena, where five iDiski Times journalists were part of the conversation. Rob Delport spoke to former...

Following his underwhelming stay at Orlando Pirates, Cameroon striker Souaibou Marou has joined Bahraini outfit Al Shabab on a one-year deal, with an option to extend for a further year. Marou, 23, joined the Buccaneers in January 2023 from Coton Sport FC in his native Cameroon after a Golden Boot-winning...

Orlando Pirates legend Lucky Lekgwathi welcomed new physical trainer Carlos Nodar Paz and Deano Van Rooyen to the club. Paz arrives as the direct replacement for Miguel Bellver after the 36-year-old, along with Sergio Almenara parted ways with the club last season. ALSO READ: Tso Sends Pirates Warning After Dull CAFCL...

Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Benedict Tso Vilakazi has warned his former side that their CAF Champions League progression might be a short one if they continue playing like they are warming up. Pirates were held to a goalless draw by Madagascar champions Disciples FC in the first leg of the...

Orlando Pirates were held to a goalless draw by Madagascar champions Disciples FC in the CAF Champions League preliminary round first-leg and it is all to play for in the second leg in South Africa. Pirates started the game which was played on an artificial turf very slow, and had...

Orlando Pirates have announced their starting line-up for this afternoon’s CAF Champions League first preliminary round encounter against Madagascar champions Disciples FC. The Buccaneers began their season a week ago in the MTN8 quarter-final, when they eliminated SuperSport United 3-1 after extra-time. ALSO READ: Lekgwathi Issues Warning To Pirates Ahead Of...

Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Benedict 'Tso' Vilakazi believes Deano Van should have rather signed for rivals Kaizer Chiefs, as Bucs are already covered in his position. Van Rooyen joined the Buccaneers on a three-year deal with a further two-year option from Stellenbosch FC. The 27-year-old spent eight years in the...