Orlando Pirates Football Club has officially confirmed that Assistant Coach Mandla Ncikazi will be leaving the club to take up a Head Coach position at a team in the Premier Soccer League (PSL). The official announcement came on Thursday, 22 October 2026, following crucial morning discussions between Ncikazi and the Read more
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the landscape of South African football, Orlando Pirates have officially secured the blockbuster return of prodigiously talented forward Mohau Nkota. After a highly educational and competitive stint in the Saudi Pro League with Al-Ettifaq Club, the dynamic winger has chosen to return Read more
Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm that an agreement has been reached with Bahrain Premier League side Alkhaldiya Sports Club for the transfer of Patrick Maswanganyi. Popularly known as “Tito” to the passionate Sea Robbers faithful, the 28-year-old playmaker leaves the Soweto giants after three incredible years. ALSO READ | Patrick Read more
Orlando Pirates playmaker Patrick “Tito” Maswanganyi is reportedly on the verge of leaving the Soweto giants as he closes in on a lucrative transfer to an unnamed club in Bahrain. His sudden omission from the squad during a recent MTN8 victory over Sekhukhune United has heavily fueled expectations of an Read more
Orlando Pirates and right-back Deano van Rooyen have mutually agreed to part ways. The 29-year-old defender, who arrived from Stellenbosch FC ahead of the 2024/25 season, made 51 appearances for the Soweto giants, lifting three major trophies during his time at the club. The Departure and Official Confirmation On Friday, Read more
Orlando Pirates have officially confirmed the signing of Norwegian striker Sebastian Pedersen from Sogndal Fotball as they continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. The 27-year-old forward arrives in Soweto after impressing in Norway’s OBOS-ligaen and has signed a two-year contract with an option to extend for Read more
Orlando Pirates have reportedly extended the contracts of their two senior players ahead of next season. Makhehlene Makhaula and Deon Hotto are two Bucs veterans set to continue at the club under Abdeslam Ouaddou. ALSO READ | Orlando Pirates vs Cadiz friendly match highlights The duo played a huge role in Read more
Orlando Pirates picked up their first win on tour after rallying from behind to defeat Spanish side Cadiz CF 2-1 on Saturday evening. The Buccaneers got off to a slow start after falling behind inside the opening three minutes when Makhaula lost possession deep in their own half, which allowed Read more
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM — The worst-kept secret in South African football is officially a reality. Orlando Pirates have formally confirmed they have reached a comprehensive club-to-club agreement with Belgian Pro League heavyweights Royale Union Saint-Gilloise (Union SG) for the permanent transfer of generational attacking prodigy Relebohile Mofokeng. The blockbuster announcement concludes Read more
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM — The long-anticipated European migration of South African football’s most electrifying young asset is nearing its final destination. Orlando Pirates’ generational playmaker Relebohile Mofokeng is reportedly on the verge of finalizing a monumental transfer to Belgian Pro League heavyweights Royale Union Saint-Gilloise (Union SG). According to breaking reports Read more