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Orbit looking to spoil Pirates’ title hopes

Orbit College assistant coach, Kabelo Machete, says his side will not make things easy for Orlando Pirates when the two sides in a Betway Premiership finale at the Mbombela Stadium on Saturday. For Orlando Pirates, three points are non-negotiable if they are to stop Mamelodi Sundowns from securing a ninth consecutive league title. Speaking ahead of the much anticipated clash, Machete suggested that the occasion would be emotional for everyone […]

todayMay 22, 2026 245

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Fans warned of major road closures ahead of Pirates vs Durban City FC clash

Johannesburg residents have been advised to brace for bumper-to-bumper traffic in and around Soweto on Saturday, ahead of the Betway Premiership fixture between Orlando Pirates and Durban City FC at the Orlando Amstel Arena. The Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) has confirmed that officers will be deployed at major intersections to manage traffic, ensure safety, and maintain order.  Officials say roads will be closed from 10:30am ahead of the 3pm […]

todayMay 15, 2026 415

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Ouaddou: We’ve made the league more competitive

Orlando Pirates head coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou, has praised his team for challenging Mamelodi Sundowns in the Betway Premiership, comparing the title race to the Premier League. Pirates beat their 61-point record on Tuesday night, securing a 2-0 win over Stellenbosch FC to move to 62 points with three games remaining. The second-placed Buccaneers have a better goal difference than Sundowns, but they need to win all their remaining games and […]

todayMay 6, 2026 97

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SAFPU calls for action after Soweto Derby scuffle

The South African Football Players Union (SAFPU) has called for an investigation into the chaotic scenes that unfolded before kick-off in Sunday’s Soweto Derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates at a sold-out FNB Stadium. Before the match could begin, chaos erupted during the build-up as a violent clash between team officials and Pirates security personnel overshadowed the highly anticipated fixture. What began as routine warm-ups descended into a physical […]

todayApril 28, 2026 112

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Petersen motivated ahead of Soweto Derby

Kaizer Chiefs captain, Brandon Petersen, says he is relishing the opportunity to lead from the front when Amakhosi face Orlando Pirates in Sunday’s sold-out Soweto derby at the FNB Stadium. The goalkeeper, who has been instrumental in Chiefs’ resurgence this season, was forced to watch from hospital when his side suffered a 3-0 defeat to their bitter rivals in February due to illness - a result that still serves as […]

todayApril 24, 2026 116

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Ncikazi: No pressure ahead of derby clash

Orlando Pirates assistant coach, Mandla Ncikazi, says they will prepare for this Sunday's Soweto Derby against foes, Kaizer Chiefs like any other opponent. Pirates will host Chiefs at FNB Stadium on Sunday afternoon (3pm kick-off), with both teams chasing crucial league points. There's plenty riding on the fixture, with bragging rights and three crucial points that could help the Buccaneers’ title aspirations. They currently lead the standings, two points ahead of […]

todayApril 21, 2026 87

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Broos zeros in on World Cup preparations, names preliminary squad for Panama friendlies

Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos, has named a preliminary squad for the two home friendly matches against Panama later this month as preparations intensify ahead of the FIFA World Cup. The squad features several regulars, although there is no place for Orlando Pirates’ midfielder Sipho Mbule, who has hardly featured since the Africa Cup of Nations. Centre-back Siyabonga Ngezana, midfielder Bathusi Aubaas and Shandre Campbell have also been omitted […]

todayMarch 9, 2026 93

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Parker wary of Spears threat

TS Galaxy assistant coach, Bernard Parker, admits that with Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns out of the Nedbank, their chances of winning the trophy for the second time have increased. However, Galaxy cannot afford to be complacent as they take on little known ABC Motsepe League side Jacksa Spears in Sunday's quarterfinals in Kwa Mhlanga. Speaking ahead of the game, Parker said they are aware of the threat […]

todayMarch 6, 2026 43

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Senzo Meyiwa Trial | Bank records place Ntanzi’s testimony under scrutiny

Tensions flared at the Pretoria High Court on Wednesday as heated exchanges interrupted proceedings in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial. Presiding Judge, Ratha Mokgoatlheng, locked horns with defence advocate Sipho Ramosepele, over cellphone records and bank statements linked to accused number two, Bongani Ntanzi. The State presented bank statements from Capitec Bank and Standard Bank, which it sought to link to cellphone numbers allegedly associated with Ntanzi. Ntanzi is one […]

todayFebruary 25, 2026 153