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WATCH: Former England & Arsenal striker Ian Wright hails Kaizer Chiefs versus Orlando Pirates Soweto Derby as one of the best he's ever witnessed — 'It is unbelievable'

Gary Neville, Roy Keane & 'Wrighty' discuss top rivalries, with the former striker rating Amakhosi vs The Buccaneers amongst the best he's seen.

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  • Wrights picks Soweto Derby as unbelievable
  • Chiefs and Pirates to play twice in May
  • Bucs prepare for Riveiro exit
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    WHAT HAPPENED?

    Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs are set for two massive encounters in May, one in the league and another in the Nedbank Cup final. Pirates, under Jose Riveiro, have enjoyed a successful three-year run, winning silverware each season. However, Riveiro is set to leave at the end of the season, leaving big shoes to fill.

    Chiefs, on the other hand, have endured a decade-long trophy drought but now see a glimmer of hope under Nasreddine Nabi. With both teams heading into a heated Soweto Derby showdown, the stakes have never been higher.

    Speaking on a panel with Gary Neville and Roy Keane, Arsenal legend Ian Wright called the Soweto Derby “unbelievable”, highlighting its global stature among the world's greatest football rivalries.

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  • WATCH WRIGHT SPEAK ABOUT SOWETO DERBY

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Nasreddine Nabi has battled to make an impact in South Africa, but now he is guiding Chiefs to their first final since his arrival and winning the trust of management. Victory in the Nedbank Cup would be a huge step in restoring the club’s winning culture.

    Meanwhile, Orlando Pirates are preparing for life without Jose Riveiro. His departure leaves a void, but football voices like Benedict Vilakazi and others believe Rulani Mokwena could be the ideal successor. Mokwena, currently with Wydad Casablanca, is reportedly unsettled, which could open the door for his return to South Africa.

    Both clubs are looking toward the future, but the final could define how their seasons are remembered.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR PIRATES & CHIEFS?

    The Buccaneers will face Egyptian side Pyramids in a massive Caf Champions League semi-final double-header with the first leg to be played at Orlando Stadium on Saturday, April 19. The return in Egypt will be played in Cairo on Friday, April 25.

    Kaizer Chiefs on the other hand will warm up for the league and cup Soweto Derbies with two domestic league matches against Chippa United on Saturday, April 19 and then Gallants on Saturday, April 26.