“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 2025 season blazes in with ‘Bazok’feela’, where football meets culture!
General View of trophy during the 2025/26 MTN8 Launch at Supersport Studios, in Johannesburg on 30 July 2025 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix

MTN8 2025 season blazes in with ‘Bazok’feela’, where football meets culture!

It’s that time again! The Premier Soccer League (PSL) and MTN South Africa have officially launched the 2025 MTN8 tournament, marking 18 seasons of elite football, fierce rivalries, and fan-fuelled passion.

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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

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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“I knew I was going to sign for Chiefs” – Lilepo
Glody Makabi Lilepo of Kaizer Chiefs during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg on the 03 May 2025 © Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

“I knew I was going to sign for Chiefs” – Lilepo

Kaizer Chiefs winger Glody Lilepo has opened up on how he has adapted to playing football in South Africa.

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Betway Prem Recap: Chiefs draw, Sekhukhune beat Polokwane
Sinoxolo Kwayiba of Chippa United and Yusuf Maart of Kaiser Chiefs during the DStv Premiership 2024/25 game between Chippa United and Kaiser Chiefs at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha on 19 April 2025 © Deryck Foster/BackpagePix

Betway Prem Recap: Chiefs draw, Sekhukhune beat Polokwane

Chippa United snatched a point from Kaizer Chiefs while Marumo Gallants played out to a draw with Golden Arrows, and Sekhukhune United overcame Polokwane City in the Betway Premiership.

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Stellies triumph over Polokwane to reach NBK Cup quarters
Devin Titus of Stellenbosch FC is challenged by Lebohang Nkaki of Polokwane City during the 2025 Nedbank Cup last 16 game between Stellenbosch FC and Polokwane City at Danie Craven Stadium in Stellenbosch on 13 February 2025 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

Stellies triumph over Polokwane to reach NBK Cup quarters

Stellenbosch FC progressed to the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals after claiming a 2-0 victory over Polokwane City at the Danie Craven Stadium in Stellenbosch.

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Betway Prem Recap: Pirates beat Chiefs, Sundowns thrash Arrows
Image: Backpagepix/Relebohile Mofokeng and Mduduzi ShabalalaPeter Sahlulile and Patrick Maswanganyi

Betway Prem Recap: Pirates beat Chiefs, Sundowns thrash Arrows

Orlando Pirates secured the bragging rights in the Soweto derby against Kaizer Chiefs while Mamelodi Sundowns thrashed Golden Arrows in this weekend’s action of the Betway Premiership.

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