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Mamelodi Sundowns defender Mosa Lebusa admits they didn't understand Rulani Mokwena's new tactical system when he first brought it up. Sundowns have notably altered from their midfield diamond that swept their DStv Premiership rivals away last season. Mokwena labelled it something of a chameleon tactic as they change their system during...

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro is aiming to break Mamelodi Sundowns’ "extraordinary record" on Wednesday, adding that the Tshwane giants are a well-coached club under Rulani Mokwena. The two heavyweight of South African football will lock horns at Orlando Stadium on Wednesday (19:30) in the titanic clash that always provides...

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Rulani Mokwena has admitted that he started to analyse Kaizer Chiefs ahead of their game against Orlando Pirates, but insisted the next match is the most important one for him and his players. Masandawana are in the middle of a testing 'English week' after traveling...

Orlando Pirates midfielder Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo and Mamelodi Sundowns versatile winger Lebohang Maboe will both miss the upcoming DStv Premiership clash on Wednesday. Ndlondlo will miss the game against Sundowns on Wednesday evening after receiving four yellow cards, which led to his suspension. The former Tshakuma Tsha Mandzivhandila midfielder started the...

Orlando Pirates captain Innocent Maela says Mamelodi Sundowns know they are not coming to eSgodini for an easy match. The Buccaneers skipper led them to the MTN8 and Nedbank Cup title in Jose Riveiro's debut season, while they finished up runners-up in the league. But with Sundowns winning six consecutive DStv...

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Rulani Mokwena has profiled Orlando Pirates to reveal how they've improved under Jose Riveiro in the 2023/24 season. Pirates come into the game 11 points behind the reigning champions and current league leaders with two games in hand. And while they suffered a 1-0 loss to Jwaneng...

Despite speculation linking Orlando Pirates with AmaZulu's marauding full-back Riaan Hanamub either in this window or in the following, Usuthu president Sandile Zungu has stated the player is not for sale.  Several sources have informed this publication of Pirates and others' interest, but Zungu has said the rumours about Hanamub...

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro avoided explaining the altercation with Jwaneng Galaxy head coach Morena Ramoreboli, saying they are fully focused on Mamelodi Sundowns. The pair appeared to have a heated moment after the full-time whistle after the Botswana Premier League champions secured a 1-0 first leg victory. With the...

Orlando Pirates have sent a parting message to Ben Motshwari after the midfielder joined AmaZulu. Motshwari, 32, joined Pirates in 2018 from the now-defunct Bidvest Wits and made 133 appearances for the club. On Monday, AmaZulu confirmed Motshwari joined the club on a deal until the end of the season with...

AmaZulu have announced the signing of midfielder Ben Motshwari from Orlando Pirates. Motshwari, 32, joined Pirates from the no defunct Bidvest Wits in 2018 and had made 133 appearances for the club. However, he fell down the pecking order under Jose Riveiro, starting just for of his 18 appearances in 2022/23,...