Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos was hopping mad as he addressed the media following defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s late arrival for the national team camp. Broos was briefing the media on preparations ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. Mbokazi, who will be joining Major League Soccer (MLS) side Chicago Fire from Orlando… Continue reading Hugo Broos: Pirates Sent Me a Message With Nonsense!
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Pirates Coach Ouaddou Backs “President” Mofokeng to Deliver Title
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
Official: Orlando Pirates Defender Seals US Move
Major Soccer League (MLS) side Chicago Fire have confirmed the signing of defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi from Orlando Pirates. The clubs recently agreed on a transfer fee of approximately R50 million, while Mbokazi travelled to the United States for a medical and talks over personal terms. Chicago Fire announced the transfer of the 20-year-old on Tuesday afternoon.… Continue reading Official: Orlando Pirates Defender Seals US Move
Orlando Pirates Agree to R52 Million Transfer for Mbekezeli Mbokazi
After just 37 games for Orlando Pirates, centre-back Mbekezeli Mbokazi is on the brink of leaving the club. The 20-year-old has travelled to the United States of America (USA) to conclude a move to Major League Soccer (MLS) side Chicago Fire. According to supersport.com, the Bafana Bafana player is in the USA to discuss personal… Continue reading Orlando Pirates Agree to R52 Million Transfer for Mbekezeli Mbokazi
CAF Fines Orlando Pirates R430 000!
South African side Orlando Pirates have copped a R430 000 fine following their dramatic Champions League clash against DR Congo’s St Eloi Lupopo in Orlando, Soweto, last month. Lupopo needed penalties to beat Pirates 5-4, following a 3-3 aggregate score, for their place in the group stage of Africa’s premium club competition. The talking point,… Continue reading CAF Fines Orlando Pirates R430 000!
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!
The Buccaneers Win Fourth Consecutive MTN8 Trophy
Orlando Pirates have rewritten the history books of South African football following their 3-0 triumph over Stellenbosch in the MTN8 Final played in Mbombela, Mpumalanga, on Saturday evening. The Buccaneers have become the first team to win four consecutive top eight titles since the tournament’s inception in 1972. Pirates’ supporters would also be pleased to… Continue reading The Buccaneers Win Fourth Consecutive MTN8 Trophy
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
Orlando Pirates Striker Linked to Rulani Mokwena’s Team
Orlando Pirates striker Tshegofatso Mabasa recently rejected a move to North Africa, but that has not stopped clubs from the region from pursuing him. African Times can confirm Moroccan club MAS Fez were willing to buy Mabasa from the Buccaneers for a reported fee of R17 million, and with a club-to-club agreement seemingly in place,… Continue reading Orlando Pirates Striker Linked to Rulani Mokwena’s Team