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… Continue reading Rulani Mokwena Open to Pirates Return
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Orlando Pirates Dominate Final Bafana Bafana Squad
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… Continue reading Orlando Pirates Dominate Final Bafana Bafana Squad
Pirates Midfielder Out Until Next Year
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… Continue reading Pirates Midfielder Out Until Next Year
Orlando Pirates Raises Eyebrows in Transfer Space
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… Continue reading Orlando Pirates Raises Eyebrows in Transfer Space
Rulani Mokwena Tipped for Pirates Job
Orlando Pirates must not overthink who should be their new head coach. These are the words of former Pirates coach Fadlu Davids. Davids, who’s now coaching Tanzanian club Simba, says it’s a no-brainer who should succeed José Riveiro, who departed the club recently. “Pirates shouldn’t look further than coach Rulani. I think he’ll be the… Continue reading Rulani Mokwena Tipped for Pirates Job
José Riveiro’s Biggest Wish for Orlando Pirates
As he departs, former Orlando Pirates coach José Riveiro hopes the club will do everything in its power to protect the emerging talent. Riveiro is revered for bringing five trophies during his three-year stint with the Soweto club, before his departure on Tuesday. However, he’ll also be remembered for having faith in young players, which… Continue reading José Riveiro’s Biggest Wish for Orlando Pirates
South Africa’s Big Three Confirm CAF Places
Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates have secured their CAF Champions League spots for next season. Sundowns need just one point to win the Betway Premiership, while Pirates, in second place, cannot be overtaken by any other team. The top two from South Africa’s top flight are guaranteed spots in the Champions League. Pirates are one-time… Continue reading South Africa’s Big Three Confirm CAF Places
José Riveiro Jumps Off Bucs Ship, Al Ahly Beckons
Former Orlando Pirates coach José Riveiro is on the verge of joining Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly. The Spaniard is expected in Cairo in the next 24 hours to conclude talks on a two-year deal. Riveiro bid farewell to the Buccaneers on Tuesday, when they beat Golden Arrows 3-0 at the Orlando Stadium. Riveiro was asked… Continue reading José Riveiro Jumps Off Bucs Ship, Al Ahly Beckons
José Riveiro Leaves Orlando Pirates Tomorrow
Spanish coach José Riveiro will guide Orlando Pirates for the last time on Tuesday, 13 May. Riveiro, who won five trophies with the Buccaneers, has been granted an early release from the club. The initial agreement was for the two parties to go their separate ways at the end of the season, but a new… Continue reading José Riveiro Leaves Orlando Pirates Tomorrow
No Time for a Pity Party, Says Riveiro
Orlando Pirates coach José Riveiro is gutted after losing the Nedbank Cup final. To rub salt into the wound, the 2-1 defeat was to archrivals Kaizer Chiefs at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday. The Buccaneers have endured a terrible spell recently. Pirates was knocked out of the CAF Champions League semi-finals by Egyptian club… Continue reading No Time for a Pity Party, Says Riveiro