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Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro

Jose Riveiro sets plan for must-win CAF Champions League clash

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has stressed the importance of killing off the game early when they host Disciples FC of Madagascar in the second leg of the CAF Champions League preliminary round.

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Pirates kept at bay by Madagascan champions Disciples FC in CAF Champions League

Orlando Pirates played to a goalless draw against Madagascar champions Disciples FC in Madagascar in the CAF Champions League preliminary round first-leg on Sunday afternoon.

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro during the DStv Premiership match between Cape Town City FC and Orlando Pirates at DHL Cape Town Stadium on May 01, 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa.

Disciples of Madagascar are not a closed book to Orlando Pirates

The good news for Orlando Pirates, as they head to their opening preliminary round, first-leg fixture against Malagasy’s Disciples in Saint Pierre, Mauritius, tomorrow, is that the opponent will not be a closed book to them.

Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine

Sipho Chaine: Orlando Pirates need to restore Champions League pride

As Orlando Pirates begin their CAF Champions League campaign this weekend, goalkeeper Sipho Chaine has stressed the need to once again become regular features among the continent’s best.

Bongani Zungu could reunite with Rulani Mokwena at Wydad AC

Rulani Mokwena confirms Zungu now a priority transfer target

Wydad Athletic Club coach Rulani Mokwena has revealed formal talks between the Morocco giants and midfielder Bongani Zungu are ongoing.

Deon Hotto of Orlando Pirates during the MTN8, Quarter Final match between Orlando Pirates and SuperSport United at Orlando Stadium on August 03, 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Deon Hotto: Orlando Pirates ready for hectic schedule

Orlando Pirates will start their 2024/2025 campaign in the CAF Champions League as they travel to Madagascar to face national champions Disciples in the first leg of the Preliminary stage.