“I feel a deep responsibility to give my best” – Mariko
Abdoulaye Mariko of Orlando Pirates challenged by Monty Batlhabane of Polokwane City during the 2025/26 MTN8 Quarterfinal match between Orlando Pirates and Polokwane City at Orlando Stadium, in Soweto on 02 August 2025 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix
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“I feel a deep responsibility to give my best” – Mariko

Orlando Pirates midfielder Abdoulaye Mariko says wearing the Buccaneers jersey for the first time was a dream come true.

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August 6, 2025
Ouaddou showers Appollis with praise after debut
Oswin Appollis of Orlando Pirates challenged by Ayabonga Gwangqoa of Polokwane City during the 2025/26 MTN8 Quaterfinal match between Orlando Pirates and Polokwane City at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on 02 August 2025 © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
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Ouaddou showers Appollis with praise after debut

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has showered praise on debutant Oswin Appollis following his Man of the Match performance against his former club, Polokwane City.

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August 5, 2025
“I know the expectation” – Ouaddou
Abdeslam Ouaddou coach of Orlando Pirates during the 2025/26 MTN8 Quaterfinal match between Orlando Pirates and Polokwane City at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on 02 August 2025 © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
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“I know the expectation” – Ouaddou

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou understands the pressure and expectations of being at the helm of the Buccaneers but is ready to meet the club's objectives this season.

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August 4, 2025
MTN8 semi-final draw confirmed
MTN8 Trophy during the 2024 MTN8 smifinal first leg game between Cape Town City and Orlando Pirates at Cape Town Stadium on 28 August 2024 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix
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MTN8 semi-final draw confirmed

The Premier Soccer League have confirmed the draw for the semi-finals of the MTN8.

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August 4, 2025
Pirates’ Sibisi opens up after being named captain
Nkosinathi Sibisi of Orlando Pirates during the CAF Champions League 2024/25 match between Orlando Pirates and Stade d' Abidjan at Orlando Stadium, in Soweto on 04 January 2025 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix
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Pirates’ Sibisi opens up after being named captain

Orlando Pirates defender Nkosinathi Sibisi has opened up after he was appointed as the new captain of the Buccaneers.

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July 31, 2025
Pirates name Nkosinathi Sibisi as new captain
Nkosinathi Sibisi of Orlando Pirates during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 football match between Pirates and Stellenbosch at Orlando Stadium, Soweto on 01 December 2024 @Gavin Barker/BackpagePix
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Pirates name Nkosinathi Sibisi as new captain

Orlando Pirates have announced that defender Nkosinathi Sibisi has been named as the club's new captain ahead of the 2025-26 season.

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July 30, 2025
Innocent Maela: Calling Time
Innocent Maela of Orlando Pirates during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match between Orlando Pirates and Magesi FC at Orlando Stadium in Soweto, on 28 May 2025 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix
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Innocent Maela: Calling Time

Orlando Pirates stalwart Innocent Maela has been a loyal servant to the Buccaneers, writes Mazola Molefe.

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July 28, 2025
Pirates confirm Zakhele Lepasa’s exit
Zakhele Lepasa of Orlando Pirates during DStv Premiership 2023/24 match between Orlando Pirates and Cape Town Spurs at Orlando Stadium on the 06 March 2024 © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
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Pirates confirm Zakhele Lepasa’s exit

Orlando Pirates have officially parted ways with striker Zakhele Lepasa.

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July 25, 2025
PSL confirm MTN8 quarter-final fixtures
MTN8 Trophy during the 2024 MTN8 smifinal first leg game between Cape Town City and Orlando Pirates at Cape Town Stadium on 28 August 2024 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix
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PSL confirm MTN8 quarter-final fixtures

The Premier Soccer League have confirmed the fixtures for the upcoming MTN8 quarter-finals next month.

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July 16, 2025