JOHANNESBURG – Orlando Pirates claimed the ultimate bragging rights in South African football today, February 28, 2026, with a commanding 3–0 win over Kaizer Chiefs. In a high-stakes Betway Premiership clash at a sold-out FNB Stadium, the Buccaneers produced a clinical performance to silence the home crowd and climb to the summit of the league […]
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SOWETO, South Africa – February 28, 2026 – The eyes of the football world turn to Johannesburg today as the legendary Soweto Derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates dominates the landscape on Matchday. This iconic fixture, one of Africa‘s most passionate and storied rivalries, kicks off at 15:30 local time at a sold-out FNB […]
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The South African football landscape is bracing for one of its most explosive weekends yet. As we head into late February and the start of March, the Betway Premiership is reaching a boiling point. From the historic Soweto Derby to a massive top-of-the-table clash in Pretoria, every blade of grass will be fought for! 🗓️ […]
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The air in Johannesburg is thick with anticipation as the biggest fixture on the South African sporting calendar returns. On Saturday, February 28, 2026, the FNB Stadium will be a sea of gold, black, and white as Kaizer Chiefs host Orlando Pirates in a Soweto Derby that feels more like a final than a regular […]
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Major League Soccer side Chicago Fire FC have officially announced the signing of highly rated South African defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi from Orlando Pirates. The 20-year-old has signed a long-term contract that runs until 2029, with the option of an additional year. Mbokazi joins the MLS outfit as part of the league’s U22 initiative and will […]
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The 2025 Carling Knockout Cup has reached its thrilling semifinal stage, with KwaZulu-Natal set to host both fixtures on 8 and 9 November. Football fans can expect two exciting matches as Richards Bay, Orlando Pirates, Golden Arrows, and Marumo Gallants battle for a place in the final. Richards Bay vs Orlando Pirates – Saturday, 8 […]
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The 2025 Carling Knockout Cup reaches an exciting stage this week as the quarter-finals kick off with two high-profile fixtures. Football fans across South Africa are set for back-to-back nights of thrilling knockout action featuring top Premier Division clubs and rising challengers. Orlando Pirates vs Magesi – Orlando Stadium, 28 October at 19:00 The first […]
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Orlando Pirates Football Club and their long-time technical partner, adidas, have officially unveiled a striking Limited Edition Third Jersey that pays tribute to one of Soweto’s most iconic landmarks the Orlando Towers. The new kit represents more than a fresh design; it’s a creative statement that celebrates community, pride, and artistic spirit. According to the […]
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Orlando Pirates were left stunned in Lubumbashi as they fell to a 3-0 defeat against Congolese side FC Saint-Éloi Lupopo in the first leg of the CAF Champions League second preliminary round on Sunday afternoon. Playing at the Stade Frédéric Kibassa Maliba, the Buccaneers endured a difficult afternoon against a spirited Lupopo side that took […]
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The CAF Champions League preliminary round continues this weekend as Lesotho champions Lioli FC welcome South Africa’s Orlando Pirates. With no CAF-approved venue in Lesotho, the clash will take place at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein, kicking off at 18:00 SAST. ⚽ The Fixture 📅 Date: Saturday, 20 September 2025⏰ Kick-off: 18:00 SAST🏟️ Venue: […]
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