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Edition 199 – Zwane, Happy, Frosler & Riveiro

The latest edition of iDiski Times is now available, and this week, Lethabo Kganyago caught up with the Kaizer Chiefs trio of Samkelo Zwane, Reeve Frosler and Happy Mashiane. With the big news that Jose Riveiro will leave Orlando Pirates at the end of the season, Matshelane Mamabolo looks at...

Riveiro – There’s No Distractions After Exit Confirmation

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro says there's no distractions around the team and they are ready to overcome MC Alger for a place in the final of the CAF Champions League. Pirates go into the second leg quarter-final tomorrow at Orlando Stadium with a 1-0 advantage and away goal...

Maela Maintains Confidence Ahead Of Crunch Alger Clash

Orlando Pirates captain Innocent Maela is confident of their chances to progress to the CAF Champions League semi-finals when they take on MC Alger in the second leg. The Buccaneers go into Wednesday night's crunch clash on the back of a huge 1-0 advantage they have courtesy of a solitary...

Hlungwani Delivers Verdict On Pirates Goal vs PLK

Former PSL referee Victor Hlungwani says Orlando Pirates stand-in captain Nkosinathi Sibisi's goal was correctly given following their 1-0 win over Polokwane City over the weekend. Opposition fans argued that the Buccaneers had been gifted the goal after Sibisi and Evidence Makgopa looked to be in an offside position and...

Mbokazi Reacts To MOTM Award After PLK Win

Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi says he didn’t expect to be named Man of the Match in his side’s 1-0 victory over Polokwane City over the weekend. The win at the old Peter Mokaba stadium saw the second-placed Buccaneers reduce the gap at the top of the Betway Premiership log...

Pirates Coach Makes Chiefs Title Admission

Orlando Pirates DStv Diski Challenge head coach Joseph Makhanya has made admission that bitter rivals Kaizer Chiefs deserve the league title after a great season. Pirates dropped two points this past weekend after a pulsating 2-2 draw with Cape Town City this past weekend with 'Duku Duku' also throwing in...

Riveiro Replies To Phuti Praise

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has paid tribute to Polokwane City head coach Phuti Mohafe after his praises for the Spaniard. Pirates announced that Riveiro will leave the club at the end of the season, since then, the Spaniard mentor has received well wishes from all fronts including the...

Mabasa On Pirates’ Treble Of MTN8 Trophies

Orlando Pirates striker Tshegofatso Mabasa has admitted that it's yet to sink in that they've won three MTN8 trophies on the trot. Pirates defeated Stellenbosch FC 3-1 back in October 2024 in Durban to make history of winning the cup three times in a row, a feat that only they...

Phuti Hails Riveiro Achievements

Polokwane City head coach Phuti Mohafe has hailed his Orlando Pirates counterpart Jose Riveiro for his achievements and contribution to the local game. Mohafe’s comments come at the back of Pirates’ confirmation that the Spaniard will be leaving them at the end of the current campaign. Riveiro signed a three-year...

Makhaula On Pirates’ Race Towards Finish Line

Orlando Pirates midfielder Makhehleni Makhaula shared his thoughts on the title race, stating that the team will grind points, no matter how they do it. Buccaneers find themselves near the Betway Premiership after defeating stubborn Polokwane City by 1-0. The Sea Robbers closed the gap between them and league leaders...

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