ORLANDO PIRATES

Makhehleni Makhaula

Pirates eye bigger cushion at the top as Makhaula targets Sundowns’ scalp

As Orlando Pirates look to put a stop to Mamelodi Sundowns’ dominance in the Betway Premiership, Bucs midfield strongman Makhehleni Makhaula has highlighted the importance of extending the gap between them and the defending champions.

Abdeslam Ouaddou, head coach of Orlando Pirates during the Betway Premiership match between AmaZulu FC and Orlando Pirates at Moses Mabhida Stadium on February 03, 2026 in Durban

Abdeslam Ouaddou demands a big performance after intensive build-up to Sundowns

As Orlando Pirates head into one of their most important Betway Premiership clashes tonight against Sundowns, Abdeslam Ouaddou revealed that it’s taken them almost two weeks to prepare for this game.

Mamelodi Sundowns forward Nuno Santos challenged by Orlando Pirates Cemran Dansin

How can I watch Orlando Pirates battle Mamelodi Sundowns in the Betway Premiership on Wednesday?

Orlando Pirates will face Mamelodi Sundowns in a top of the table Betway Premiership showdown at the FNB Stadium on Wednesday evening.

Bertie Grobbelaar (MD of Stadium Management SA) during the Nedbank Cup final joint press conference at Nedbank Headquarters on May 07, 2025 in Durban, South Africa

FNB Stadium braces for 60 000 fans as Pirates host Sundowns in a top-of-the-table clash

Stadium Management South Africa CEO Bertie Grobbelaar has revealed that they have sold 31,000 tickets so far for Wednesday’s Betway Premiership top of the table clash against Mamelodi Sundowns at FNB Stadium on Wednesday evening.

Orlando Pirates forward Andre de Jong

Andre de Jong: Orlando Pirates switch boosts World Cup ambitions

Newly signed Orlando Pirates attacker Andre de Jongh believes his move to the Sea Robbers greatly improves his chances of playing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US, Mexico and Canada.

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou

Abdeslam Ouaddou demands higher standards despite convincing win

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says the only real positive from their victory over Marumo Gallants was securing maximum points at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday night.