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Orlando Pirates media officer Thandi Merafe has confirmed the Buccaneers moved Saturday's CAF Champions League semi-final first leg to FNB Stadium due to a church service at Orlando Stadium. Jose Riveiro's men, who are the only unbeaten side in the competition, will host the Egyptian giants in the first leg...

The CAF Disciplinary Board has punished both Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns for the recent post-match incidents. This follows the bust-ups on the pitch after the CAF Champions League match against MC Alger on the 9th of April. Pirates were fined USD 70,000, while club official Ezekiel Matebula received a four-match...

Orlando Pirates legend Teboho Moloi says the fan culture that has elevated the squad was what Chairman Dr. Irvin Khoza envisioned in the early 90s. Pirates remain in contention on all fronts as the 2024/25 season reaches the business end, as they remain in the league title race with Mamelodi...

Former Orlando Pirates winger Dikgang Mabalane feels the chasers for the league title have every reason to have hope as Mamelodi Sundowns have started to show signs of vulnerability. 'Terminator', the former speedy winger-turned pundit was full of praise for Pirates' 2024/25 season thus far as they have won the...

Egyptian outfit Pyramids FC have announced a 25-man squad for their CAF Champions League semi-final first leg tie against Orlando Pirates on Saturday, 19 April. Pyramids have been in sublime form in Africa's elite club competition this campaign and saw off FAR Rabat 4-3 on aggregate in the quarters to...

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro's exit could be on a historic high, much like Ruud Krol, according to one of the players during that generation, Dikgang Mabalane. Krol departed Pirates after winning the MTN8, Telkom Knockout and league title in his final campaign, while Riveiro is on course for...

The 200th edition of iDiski Times is now available, and this week, Matshelane Mamabolo looks at why Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng is becoming one of the most popular football stars in the country. Lethabo Kganyago caught up with the man who once certainly held that title, and for many...

MTN8 continues to make a profound difference off the field through its Goals for Charity initiative, reinforcing MTN’s belief that real change starts from within. More than just a donation, this initiative embodies MTN’s brand philosophy - "Today We Make Moves"- inspiring South Africans to recognise that the power to...

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has emphasised that their mentality needs to remain the same if they want to be successful on all fronts including the Nedbank Cup. Pirates are still in with a mathematical shot in the league title race, still on course to reach the final of...

Orlando Pirates are edging ever closer to the signing of Chippa United and Bafana Bafana midfielder Sinoxolo Kwayiba.  Kwayiba has been one of the most exciting players in the Betway Premiership having made 22 appearances this season in all competitions for the Chilli Boys, scoring seven goals with a single...