Tapelo Xoki of Orlando Pirates during the 2026 MTN8 Orlando Pirates Media Day at Rand Stadium in Johannesburg on 5 October 2026 ©Nokwanda Zondi/BackpagePix

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Xoki Embraces MTN8 Final Challenge as Pirates Target Glory

Orlando Pirates vice-captain Tapelo Xoki says the team is firmly focused as they prepare for the MTN8 final.

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October 6, 2026

Deano Van Rooyen of Orlando Pirates during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match between Orlando Pirates and AmaZulu FC at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on the 25 October 2024 © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

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Pirates confirm Van Rooyen and six other return for CAFCL tie

Orlando Pirates have confirmed the return of seven key players ahead of their CAF Champions League clash against CR Belouizdad on Tuesday evening.

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November 25, 2024

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Tapelo Xoki: Captain Fantastic

Orlando Pirates captain Tapelo Xoki has been one of the most consistent defenders in the DStv Premiership for several season, writes Mazola Molefe.

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June 10, 2024

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PSL announces nominees for the 2023/24 PSL Awards

The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has announced the nominees for the 2023–24 PSL Awards.

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May 24, 2024

Local / Nedbank Cup / News / PSL / Soccer

Pirates hit Crystal Lake fro six in Nedbank Cup

Defending champions Orlando Pirates cruised into the next round of the Nedbank Cup after they hammered Crystal Lake 6-0 in the last 32 at the Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga.

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February 25, 2024

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Xoki rescues Pirates a point against Sundowns

A penalty by Tapelo Xoki helped Orlando Pirates earn a point after playing out to a 1-1 draw against Mamelodi Sundowns at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

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February 18, 2024

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Sede Junior Dion leads goalscoring charts in Carling Knockout Cup

AmaZulu striker Sede Junior Dion currently leads the goalscoring charts as we enter the semi-finals of the Carling Knockout Cup.

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November 22, 2023

Carling Knockout Cup / Local / News / PSL / Soccer

Pirates defeat Spurs to reach CKO quarter-final

Orlando Pirates have booked their place in the Carling Knockout quarter-finals after beating Cape Town Spurs 2-0 at the Orlando Stadium on Friday evening.

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October 20, 2023

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Xoki: We pride ourselves on being a unit

Orlando Pirates defender Tapelo Xoki say his side prides themselves on being and working as a unit rather than focusing on having an "individual show".

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May 24, 2023

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Highlights: Pirates claim second straight win in DStv Premiership

Enjoy highlights as Orlando Pirates secured back-to-back wins in the DStv Premiership following their 1-0 victory over SuperSport United at the Orlando Stadium on Saturday.

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March 19, 2023