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Downs End Bucs Winning Run To Blow Title Race Wide Open

Mamelodi Sundowns ended Orlando Pirates' 11-match home winning run with a 2-1 victory in their Betway Premiership clash at FNB Stadium on Wednesday evening. In what was billed as a potential title swaying fixture it proved the case with Masandawana now within three points of Pirates who were aiming to...

Junior Predicts Pirates-Downs Clash

Former Kaizer Chiefs winger Junior Khanye believes Mamelodi Sundowns will beat Orlando Pirates in their top-of-the-table clash. The Buccaneers could go nine points clear, entering the game with a six-point lead in the Betway Premiership, with Sundowns having one game in hand. Meanwhile, Masandawana will aim to cut the gap to...

Ncikazi – The Preparations Are Clear

Orlando Pirates assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi says their preparations for Mamelodi Sundowns have been mainly about collecting maximum points. The Buccaneers take on Masandawana in a top-of-the-table clash at FNB Stadium with the hosts looking to extend their lead at the summit to nine points while the Brazilians are playing...

Pirates & Sundowns Starting XIs Announced

Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns have named their respective starting line-ups for tonight's eagerly anticipated top-of-the-table Betway Premiership clash at FNB Stadium. Just six points separate the two sides as the main frontrunners for league honours and this evening's fixture could shape how the rest of the race for the...

Pirates On Changeroom Situation For Downs Clash

Orlando Pirates media officer Thandi Merafe has clarified that the Buccaneers will use the away change room at FNB Stadium on Wednesday, while Mamelodi Sundowns will be allowed in the home change room of resident team Kaizer Chiefs. Last year, the game between Pirates and Sundowns kicked off six minutes...

Mngqithi Shoots Straight Over Ndlovu Future Amidst Transfer Talks

Golden Arrows head coach Manqoba Mngqithi suggests star winger Siyanda Ndlovu has the potential and ambitions for more than just a bus trip to Johannesburg in the next transfer window. Ndlovu, 22, has emerged as one of the most sought-after talents in the league since breaking into the Arrows senior...

Pirates Provide Injury Update For Downs Tie

Orlando Pirates have no fresh injury concerns with the exception of defenders Tapelo Xoki and Thabiso Lebitso for tonight's crunch Betway Premiership clash against Mamelodi Sundowns at FNB Stadium. The top-of-the-table meeting at the Calabash promises to be an electrifying affair with the Buccaneers currently leading the log standings with...

Ouaddou Unfazed By FNB Switch

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says he understands why they will be facing Mamelodi Sundowns at FNB Stadium. Ouaddou has led Pirates to a record 11 consecutive home wins this season, but they will now be home away from home as they move from the fortress that is the...

While They’re Sleeping, We Must Capitalise – Makhaula

Orlando Pirates midfielder Makhehlene Makhaula says that while Mamelodi Sundowns remain off form, they must capitalise on it. The Buccaneers will take on Masandawana on Wednesday, 18 February, in a crucial Betway Premiership clash at the FNB Stadium. ALSO READ: Why I Joined Pirates – de Jong Nemtajela On Important Pirates Win...

Official: Ndah Lands New PSL Club

Former Orlando Pirates defender Olisa Ndah has joined Stellenbosch FC, the club confirmed on Tuesday. The Nigeria international left Pirates during the January transfer window after both parties mutually agreed to terminate his contract, with Ndah looking for regular game-time. ALSO READ: Hunt On Exclusion Of Key Players In Last CAFCC...

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