Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has praised the club’s Durban supporters for standing behind striker Yanela Mbuthuma during a difficult period. Pirates fans were heard chanting Mbuthuma’s name during both matches at Kings Park Stadium last week. The support came as the striker faced criticism for missing chances and failing
Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando da Cruz has praised the early impact of Langelihle Phili but says the youngster still has an important area to improve. Phili joined Amakhosi less than two weeks ago but has already caught the attention of the Chiefs supporters. The talented winger scored his first goal
Marumo Gallants coach Phuti Mohafe has apologised to the club’s hierarchy after his side suffered a humiliating 3-1 defeat to Stellenbosch FC. The defeat, which came in the Betway Premiership on Friday, was Gallants’ first loss of the season. Quwan Plaatjies was the star of the match, scoring a hat-trick
Orlando Pirates have confirmed that Sihle Nduli will be sidelined for an extended period after suffering an ankle injury. Nduli was injured during Pirates’ 1-1 draw against AmaZulu at Kings Park Stadium in midweek. The 30-year-old midfielder was forced off after a heavy challenge. Further assessment by the club’s medical
Orlando Pirates bounced back from their midweek draw with a convincing 3-0 win over Chippa United at Kings Park Stadium on Sunday. The victory sends the defending Betway Premiership champions to the top of the early league standings. After a tightly contested first half, Ghampani Lungu broke the deadlock for
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou believes Patrick Maswanganyi can step up following Relebohile Mofokeng’s departure. Maswanganyi played a key role in Pirates’ 3-0 win over Chippa United on Sunday. He provided the assist for Ghampani Lungu’s opening goal. The midfielder has also impressed in the MTN8 this season. Ouaddou believes
Devin Titus has completed a permanent move to Moroccan champions Maghreb Association Sportive de Fès. The club triggered the buy-out clause in the 25-year-old forward’s contract with Stellenbosch FC. Titus leaves Stellenbosch as the club’s most-capped outfield player. He made 176 appearances and scored 36 goals across all competitions. Only
Orlando Pirates head into Sunday’s Betway Premiership clash against Chippa United with injury concerns threatening to disrupt their plans, but the defending champions have also received a timely boost with several players closing in on returns. The Buccaneers will be without Thalente Mbatha and Evidence Makgopa when they face Chippa
Nearly 80,000 supporters packed into FNB Stadium hoping to witness a statement victory, but Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns had to settle for a thrilling 1-1 draw in a fiercely contested Betway Premiership clash on Saturday afternoon. The two title contenders produced an action packed encounter filled with attacking intent,
Yanela Mbuthuma is facing growing scrutiny at Orlando Pirates, but former Buccaneers striker Lehlohonolo Majoro has urged supporters to look beyond missed chances and recognise the work the young forward contributes to the team. Mbuthuma came under fire following Pirates’ 1-1 draw against AmaZulu FC on Wednesday night after failing
