The last time Orlando Pirates won a league title was in the 2011/12 season, achieving a top finish back-to-back. And for the past eight seasons, the Buccaneers have been watching Mamelodi Sundowns win it. Pirates, on the other hand, have become the cup kings, with seven titles to their name since 2022. However, the league… Continue reading Pirates Coach Ouaddou Backs “President” Mofokeng to Deliver Title
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Pirates Coach: Life is Very Short!
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says he is grateful to have been on the bench to guide the team to their MTN8 triumph against Stellenbosch on Saturday. The Buccaneers are in seventh heaven after beating Stellenbosch 3-0 at Mbombela Stadium for their fourth consecutive MTN8 title. Ouaddou, 46, reflected after a brush with death recently.… Continue reading Pirates Coach: Life is Very Short!
Orlando Pirates Coach Discharged from Hospital
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is on the mend after being discharged from the hospital, African Times has learnt. Ouaddou, alongside five Pirates staff members, was hospitalized on Sunday, but the Pirates mentor is expected back at work soon after leaving the hospital. The incident occurred on the R21 highway as the team returned from… Continue reading Orlando Pirates Coach Discharged from Hospital
Orlando Pirates Coach, Staff Members in Hospital
Premier Soccer League (PSL) club Orlando Pirates have confirmed that Head Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou and five members of the club’s staff were involved in a road traffic incident on Sunday night. The incident occurred on the R21 highway as the team returned from Gqeberha, following their 3–0 victory against Chippa United. “Upon encountering a collision… Continue reading Orlando Pirates Coach, Staff Members in Hospital
All Eyes on Orlando Pirates Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou
Last season, Orlando Pirates won their first seven league games, and this season, they have lost their first two. And the Buccaneers’ next league fixture suggests they may encounter more battles for points, facing Stellenbosch at home on 20 August. All eyes are on new coach Abdeslam Ouaddou, who dropped star player Relebohile Mofokeng to… Continue reading All Eyes on Orlando Pirates Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou
Bucs Coach Backs Sipho Mbule to Come Right
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has challenged Sipho Mbule to fully focus on his career and live up to expectations. Mbule, 27, has been handed a one-year contract with an option for a further two years by the Soweto club. Bucs’ short-term deal could be interpreted as their concern over Mbule’s lifestyle off the field,… Continue reading Bucs Coach Backs Sipho Mbule to Come Right
Pirates Coach: Don’t Judge Me on Trophies
New Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says he is well aware his coaching career is under scrutiny after joining the Buccaneers. Ouaddou, who hails from Morocco, has been coaching for about five years, and he is yet to win a trophy in his career. He has been at Mouloudia Oujda (Morocco), AS Vita (DR Congo),… Continue reading Pirates Coach: Don’t Judge Me on Trophies
Orlando Pirates Announce New Coach From Morocco
Orlando Pirates have named their new Head Coach ahead of the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League (PSL) season. The Buccaneers have confirmed the appointment of Abdeslam Ouaddou, who is in fact a familiar face. Recently, Ouaddou was in the news when he parted ways with Marumo Gallants, after a few months in charge. “Ouaddou takes over… Continue reading Orlando Pirates Announce New Coach From Morocco