Orlando Pirates have pulled off a major coup in the transfer window. On Wednesday morning, the Buccaneers’ corner was buzzing, with news that the club has brought in Bafana Bafana winger, Oswin Appollis. The 23-year-old joins the Buccaneers from Polokwane City after months of speculation over his future. Appollis, who’s been capped 14 times by South Africa’s senior national football team, has been a subject of interest from a lot of clubs, including Kaizer Chiefs, Mamelodi Sundowns, and also from…

Orlando Pirates have introduced seven more new signings ahead of the 2025/26 season. On Tuesday, the Buccaneers broke the internet when they announced the arrival of midfielder, Sipho Mbule. “After weeks of speculation and countless headlines across the football social media landscape, Orlando Pirates Football Club can officially confirm the signings of Yanela Mbuthuma (from Richards Bay), Masindi Nemtajela (Marumo Gallants), Tshepang Moremi (Amazulu), Nkosikhona Ndaba (Richards Bay), Sinoxolo Kwayiba (Chippa United), Tshepo Mashiloane (Baroka), and Sihle Nduli (Stellenbosch),” said…

Orlando Pirates have pulled off a major coup in the transfer market, albeit on a free move. The Buccaneers have welcomed former SuperSport United, Mamelodi Sundowns, and Sekhukhune United midfielder Sipho Mbule. And their enemies Kaizer Chiefs supporters would be gutted after Pirates’ announcement on Tuesday. Chiefs were offered the man nicknamed ‘MasterChef’ for his midfield control, by his agent, Mike Makaab. Amakhosi, however, were not keen, considering the player’s checkered past. While there’s a consensus on his footballing talent,…

Orlando Pirates and leading global sportswear brand adidas have unveiled the official Home and Away kits for the 25/26 season. The Home jersey retains its iconic black base, elegantly accented with classic white and striking red details, symbolizing the strength and passion synonymous with the Buccaneers. “This design embodies the rich heritage of the club while offering a sleek and contemporary look that resonates with fans both old and new,” said Adidas. “The new Away jersey introduces a bold, fresh…

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 the reins ahead of the new season, replacing Jose Riveiro at the helm following his decision to step down to join Al Ahly, after a…

Former Orlando Pirates right-back Thabiso Monyane has penned a heartfelt message to the club and its supporters. Monyane, 25, will be out of contract on 30 June 2025. He’s expected to join bitter rivals Kaizer Chiefs, alongside Paseka Mako, who was also let go by the Buccaneers. Before crossing the floor, Monyane has a message for his former employers. “As I close this chapter of my life, I’m filled with a mix of emotions – sadness to leave behind the…

Coach Rulani Mokwena says he would jump at the opportunity to coach Orlando Pirates again. Mokwena, who is unattached at the moment, was previously with the Buccaneers, and with them searching for a new coach after José Riveiro’s exit, Mokwena would gladly take the job if offered to him. “Of course I would consider it [joining Pirates]. Of course I would,” he confessed to Soccer Africa on Thursday evening. “It’s a big club, and it still has people that are…

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has announced the final squad for the friendlies next month. Bafana will host Tanzania on 6 June at the Peter Mokaba Stadium (19H30) and then welcome Mozambique to the Loftus Stadium on 10 June (19H00). Orlando Pirates dominate the squad with nine players. Meanwhile, rivals Kaizer Chiefs had three players in the preliminary squad; Bruce Bvuma, Mduduzi Shabalala and Yusuf Maart, but none made the cut. PSL champions Mamelodi Sundowns don’t have any players in…

Selaelo Rasebotja’s situation at Orlando Pirates has gone from bad to worse. The 24-year-old has been battling to find his feet in his first season with the Buccaneers since his transfer from SuperSport United. Rasebotja has made a mere 11 appearances, and to make matters worse, only one appearance was as a starter, with the rest coming as a substitute. While he was looking forward to a better next season in the black and white colours of Pirates, Rasebotja has…

Soweto club Orlando Pirates are certainly one to watch in the transfer market ahead of next season. For football fans, especially those in Bucs’s corner, will do well to keep a close eye on the Buccaneers. African Times can confirm Pirates have signed winger Kabelo Kgositsile (20) and right-back Tshepo Mashiloane (23) from Limpopo club Baroka, as also reported by UNPLAYABLE. This publication has been informed that Kgositsile is likely to return to Baroka on loan for the 2025/26 season.…