Betway Premiership champions Orlando Pirates have announced the signings of four new players ahead of the 2026-27 season.
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The Buccaneers have confirmed the capture of Mthetheleli Mthiyane, Sbangani Zulu, Bohale Ngwato and Ghampani Lungu to bolster their squad for the new season.
Mthiyane joins the club from Stellenbosch FC while Zulu arrives at the club from Richards Bay.
Meanwhile, Ngwato and Lungu both join the club from Siwelele FC.
Pirates have also confirmed the departure of five players, including Bandile Shandu, Sipho Mbule, Tshegofatso Mabasa, Karim Kimvuidi and Deivi Miguel Vieira.
“Recently crowned Betway Premiership Champions Orlando Pirates are delighted to announce new arrivals to the Club,” Pirates announced
“After weeks of speculation and countless headlines across the football social media landscape, Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm the signings of Mthetheleli Mthiyane (Stellenbosch FC), Sbangani Zulu (Richards Bay), as well as Bohale Ngwato and Ghampani Lungu (both from Siwelele).
“The arrival of Mthiyane sees defender Thabiso Lebitso moving in the opposite direction to join the Maroons as part of a swap deal.
“Further details regarding these new signings will be shared in due course.
“Team Exits
“Meanwhile, Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm the departure of five players following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.
“The players who will be leaving the Club upon the conclusion of their respective contracts are Bandile Shandu, Sipho Mbule, Tshegofatso Mabasa, Karim Kimvuidi and Deivi Miguel Vieira (Gilberto).
“Each of the players departs having contributed to the Orlando Pirates journey in their own way, and the Club would like to place on record its appreciation for their service during their time with the Buccaneers.
“Orlando Pirates Football Club thanks Bandile, Sipho, Tshegofatso, Karim and Gilberto for their service and wishes them all the best in the next chapters of their respective careers.”
