Orlando Pirates will have to contend with Pyramids striker Fiston Mayele, who will be available for their CAF Champions League semifinal clash this weekend. The two sides meet at the FNB Stadium on Saturday (18H00) in the first leg, and initial reports had suggested Mayele could be having trouble securing his visa to travel to… Continue reading No Visa issues for Pyramids Dangerman
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CAF Champions League Semifinals Details Released
It’s official, Orlando Pirates will face Pyramids at the FNB Stadium on Saturday, 19 April, with kick-off set for 18:00. The two sides meet in the first leg of their semifinal encounter, before Pyramids host the second leg a week later. Pirates had to seek other alternatives as their traditional home, Orlando Stadium, will be… Continue reading CAF Champions League Semifinals Details Released
Nedbank Cup Final, Soweto Derby in Durban
Durban’s Moses Mabhida Stadium has been picked to host this year’s Nedbank Cup final. In what is expected to be a thrilling final, Kaizer Chiefs will meet archrivals Orlando Pirates on 10 May. Chiefs edged Mamelodi Sundowns 2-1 on Sunday, 13 April, at Loftus Stadium in Pretoria to reach the final. Earlier in the day,… Continue reading Nedbank Cup Final, Soweto Derby in Durban
Could Orlando Pirates Go Invincible in CAF?
Orlando Pirates are the only team yet to suffer a defeat in the 2024/25 CAF Champions League, and now in the last four, the Buccaneers are within touching distance. From the earlier rounds to the knockout stage, Jose Riveiro’s men have registered eight wins and four draws. One win that left a lasting impression was… Continue reading Could Orlando Pirates Go Invincible in CAF?
CAF Confirms Champions League Semifinal Dates
The battle between South Africa and Egypt in the CAF Champions League semifinals will kick off in Gauteng in just over a week. According to CAF Online, the first legs will take place in South Africa. Mamelodi Sundowns will face the reigning champions and Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly on Friday, 18 April, but the venue… Continue reading CAF Confirms Champions League Semifinal Dates
Pirates Coach Riveiro Remains Focused on Job at Hand
José Riveiro says he remains committed to Orlando Pirates despite the shock announcement that he’s on his way out. Early indications are that there’s a Saudi club that intends to lure him after Pirates officially announced his impending exit. Riveiro, however, has assured the Bucs faithful that he’s fully focused. “The time will come for… Continue reading Pirates Coach Riveiro Remains Focused on Job at Hand
SA Clubs Battle North Africans in CAF Championship Quarter-Finals
Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns have been pitted against North African clubs in the quarter-finals of the CAF Champions League. The draw was conducted in Doha, Qatar, on Thursday afternoon. Pirates, who won this competition in 1995, have been drawn against Algerian side, MC Alger, and the tie will be played over two legs with… Continue reading SA Clubs Battle North Africans in CAF Championship Quarter-Finals
Riveiro Hopes For Pirates-Sundowns Final Showdown
South Africa would come to a standstill if Orlando Pirates were to meet Mamelodi Sundowns in this year’s CAF Champions League final. With this in mind, Pirates mentor Jose Riveiro has shared his thoughts ahead of the quarter-finals draw on Thursday, 20 February, as the Buccaneers and Brazilians will be in the hat. Pirates, who… Continue reading Riveiro Hopes For Pirates-Sundowns Final Showdown