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New Orlando Pirates defender Deano Van Rooyen has sent a farewell message to his former club Stellenbosch FC after his move to the Buccaneers was confirmed. Earlier on Monday, Pirates confirmed the signing of Van Rooyen on a three-year deal with a two-year option. ALSO READ: Is Saleng Back? Riveiro Responds Makhaula – We’re...

Stellenbosch FC CEO Rob Benadie had admitted the club are "sad" at losing Deano Van Rooyen to Orlando Pirates but wishes him all the best after eight years with the club. Earlier on Monday, Pirates confirmed the signing of Van Rooyen on a three-year deal with a two-year option. ALSO READ:...

Orlando Pirates have announced Deano Van Rooyen as their next marquee signing ahead of the 2024/25 campaign. The Buccaneers have already added Thalente Mbatha after his impressive loan spell led to a permanent move, while also bringing in exciting Angolan winger Gilberto and Mbatha’s former SuperSport teammate Selaelo Rasebotja. ALSO READ:...

With all four teams having booked their places in the last four, the draw for the MTN8 semi-finals took place on Sunday afternoon. Mamelodi Sundowns completed the line-up on Sunday, joining Orlando Pirates, Stellenbosch FC and Cape Town City. ALSO READ: Sundowns To Seal Rayners Despite North African Interest Official: Sundowns Announce...

Orlando Pirates midfielder Makhehleni Makhaula says the changes at Mamelodi Sundowns aren’t  fooling him into believing that they will be an easy target in the 2024/25 Betway Premiership season. The seven-time champions will be under the guidance of Manqoba Mngqithi and Steve Komphela and some factions of fans believe the...

After his exit from Orlando Pirates, Fortune Makaringe has explained his decision to join Cape Town City, and why he chose the Citizens. The 31-year-old midfielder who started his professional career at Maritzburg United, spent five years with the Buccaneers, playing in 149 games in all competitions.  Speaking to the media...

The Premier Soccer League have announced that the draw for the MTN8 semi-finals will take place on Sunday. Two MTN8 quarter-finals were played already, with Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch FC advancing. ALSO READ: MTN8 Prize Money Increased Hunt’s Red Card Explained The defending champions needed extra-time to beat SuperSport United 3-1, while Stellies...

Orlando Pirates midfielder Makhehleni Makhaula has revealed that head coach Jose Riveiro always reminds him of how important his position and role is in the team. Makhaula admits that he plays in a position that hardly gets recognition, however that’s where most of the work is done to stop opposing...

Former PSL Referee Victor Hlungwani has admitted that Abongile Tom got three crucial decisions wrong that should have gone SuperSport United's way in their MTN8 quarter-final defeat to Orlando Pirates. The Buccaneers stomped to a 3-1 victory over Matsatsantsa at Orlando Stadium on Saturday evening, but it was the referee's...

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has hailed the club's supporters for the packed stadium to commence the season and opened up on the pitch conditions at their home venue. Pirates opened their season with a 3-1 win after extra-time over SuperSport United that appeased the packed-out eSgodini on Saturday...