ORLANDO-PIRATES

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Winless run won't spoil Pirates party, claims coach

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro says their three-game winless run will not spoil their party mood after the Buccaneers made it to the MTN8 final via the away goal rule despite losing to Stellenbosch on Sunday.

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Orlando Pirates progress to MTN8 final despite Stellenbosch defeat

Orlando Pirates progressed to the final of the MTN8 despite losing 1-0 to Stellenbosch on Sunday.

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro during the MTN8 semi final press conference at PSL Headquarters on September 21, 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images)

Jose Riveiro plays down Sibongiseni Mthethwa's departure at Stellenbosch ahead of the 2nd leg

As Stellenbosch FC come to their first game without the services of their former influential midfielder Sibongiseni “OX” Mthethwa, Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro is adamant that his absence will have no bearing on their opponents.

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Sundowns make it seven from seven with Pirates scalp

Mamelodi Sundowns came out on top in a hard-fought 1-0 DStv Premiership victory over Orlando Pirates at Orlando Stadium on Wednesday evening.

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Big Match Preview: Orlando Pirates v Mamelodi Sundowns

Orlando Pirates will be looking to bounce back from their recent CAF Champions League defeat with a big performance against Mamelodi Sundowns on Wednesday.

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Innocent Maela: Orlando Pirates are on track to catching Mamelodi Sundowns

Orlando Pirates club captain Innocent Maela has given Mamelodi Sundowns their dues as being top of the domestic food chain but warns that The Buccaneers are inching closer to their level.