Pirates look for first win against Gallants
Orlando Pirates Team Picture during the 2025/26 Betway Premiership match between Orlando Pirates and Sekhukhune United FC at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on 09 August 2025 © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

Pirates look for first win against Gallants

Orlando Pirates will be looking for their first win in the Betway Premiership when they take on Marumo Gallants on Tuesday evening.

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“Playing for Pirates is more than just football” Mariko
Abdoulaye Mariko of Orlando Pirates 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

“Playing for Pirates is more than just football” Mariko

Orlando Pirates midfielder Abdoulaye Mariko feels blessed to be part of such a prestigious club like the Buccaneers.

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Ouaddou excited for start of Betway Premiership
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

Ouaddou excited for start of Betway Premiership

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says he is excited for the new season in the Betway Premiership.

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“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

“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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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

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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“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

“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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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

MTN8 semi-final draw confirmed

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

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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

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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