Former SuperSport United reserve team head coach Roscoe Krieling joins Orlando Pirates - 'Exciting times ahead'

Former SuperSport United reserve team head coach Roscoe Krieling has confirmed he has joined Premier Soccer League side Orlando Pirates.

Krieling expressed his happiness as he confirmed the news that he will be part of the Bucs' technical bench.

"The next chapter: I’m proud to officially announce that I’ve joined Orlando Pirates Football Club," Krieling posted on his Instagram account.

"It’s a privilege to be part of such an iconic institution in South African football, and I’m fully committed to contributing to the club’s continued success," he added.

"Exciting times ahead—let’s get to work!"

Krieling, who took charge of the reserve team in 2023 when Thabo September moved to Chippa United, has joined the Sea Robbers after SuperSport United's status was sold to Siwelele FC.

During his time as SuperSport United's DStv Diski Challenge (DDC) coach, he nurtured several players who went ahead to become Premier Soccer League stars. One of them is Ime Okon, who recently signed for German side Hannover 96.

South Africa's promising star Shandre Campbell, as well as Thabang Mahlangu, was also nurtured at SuperSport United's reserve team. Mahlangu won the DDC Golden Boot when SuperSport won the league in the 2022/23 season.

Amid excitement and expectations, he now joins the Sea Robbers, who appointed Abdeslam Ouaddou as the head coach, succeeding Jose Riveiro.

As he opens a new chapter in his career with the Soweto giants, the renowned tactician expects to be part of a successful Bucs going forward.

He is set to be part of the team that will be in Marbella, Spain, for the pre-season engagement before the 2025-26 season begins.