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Pirates Bid Farewell To Sipho ‘Master Chefs’ Mbule

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Sipho Mbule of Orlando Pirates during the Betway Premiership 2025/26 match between Orlando Pirates and Chippa United at Orlando Stadium, in Soweto on 25 November 2025 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix

Orlando Pirates have officially bid farewell to midfielder maestro Sipho ‘Master Chefs’ Mbule.

The 28-year-old joined the club during the 2025-26 season after parting ways with Sekhukhune United.

Mbule went on to feature 23 times for the Buccaneers while scoring one goal in the process.

The midfielder maestro went on to help Pirates secure their first Betway Premiership title in 14 years while also claiming the MTN8 and the Carling Knockout Cup trophy.

“Orlando Pirates Football Club bids farewell to Sipho Mbule, following the conclusion of his time with the Club. While the stay with the Buccaneers has only lasted only one season, what a season it was,” Piirates said in a statement.

“Affectionately known as “Master Chef”, the 2025/26 season truly dished out one hell of a dish.

“Starting with the MTN8 Cup at the beginning of the season, courtesy of a 3-1 victory over Stellenbosch FC. Then came the Carling Black Label Cup triumph against Marumo Gallants towards the end of 2025.

“The turn of 2026 saw a return to the South African national team and participation at the African Cup of Nations. The crowning achievement was contributing to Orlando Pirates securing the Betway Premiership title after a 14-year wait.

“As his journey with Orlando Pirates comes to an end, the Club would like to place on record its gratitude to Sipho Mbule for his contribution during the season.

“Thank you, Master Chef.”