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Mbule & Maswangayi's World Cup hopes dimmed as Ouaddou selects his No.10

Relebohile Mofokeng struggled for form earlier this season and was at some point frozen out of the first team as he appeared frustrated and lonely after Mohau Nkota had left the Buccaneers for Saudi Pro League side Al Ettifaq. However, in recent games, the Bafana Bafana star has picked himself up with some top performances that made him a trademark name in South African football in the last two seasons.

Evidence Makgopa, Orlando Pirates, November 2025

Ouaddou explains decision to drop Makgopa and Mbule from Pirates' PSL clash with Magesi

The Buccaneers coach is enjoying the luxury of leaving out certain players from his matchday squad, underlining the impressive depth within his first-team group. Winning convincingly without several key figures, who were deliberately omitted, highlighted just how strong his squad has become. It paints the picture of a coach spoilt for choice when it comes to team selection.

Abdeslam Ouaddou, Orlando Pirates, December 2025

Pirates coach Ouaddou satisfied with performance, but seeks more goals after PSL victory

The Sea Robbers reasserted their dominance after beginning the year with a setback, as a ruthless display against Dikwena tša Meetse reignited their Premier Soccer League title ambitions. Despite unsettling Bucs supporters by releasing trusted defenders in a single transfer window, the backline has shown no signs of weakness under Ouaddou, who instead highlighted his side’s failure to fully capitalise on their chances in front of goal.

Cemran Dansin and Masindi Nemtajela, Orlando Pirates vs Magesi

Pirates vs Magesi Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

GOAL gives you the details to follow the Soweto giants' hosting of Dikwena tsa Meetse in a Premier Soccer League clash at Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday. The Buccaneers are still pushing to reclaim top spot after Mamelodi Sundowns took the lead recently. Victory for Abdeslam Ouaddou's side will see them level on points with the Brazilians in this race that is already a tight contest.

Andre de Jong, Orlando Pirates, January 2026

Pirates' predicted XI to face Magesi: Maswanganyi to make way for De Jong?

After starting 2026 by dropping two points in the 0-0 draw with Sekhukhune United last week, the Buccaneers are out to pick themselves up when they host Premier Soccer League bottom-placed Dikwena tsa Meetse at the renamed Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday. This is a match the Soweto giants cannot afford to lose points, but they are in a tricky situation, facing a desperate side stranded at the foot of the table.

Nkosinathi Sibisi, Abdeslam Ouaddou, Relebohile Mofokeng and Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates

Pirates faithful warned by Nkosinathi Sibisi not to celebrate too soon as 'games in hand don't guarantee you points'

The Sea Robbers have had a strong run in domestic competitions this season, winning the two tournaments - MTN8 and the Carling Knockout, respectively. The Buccaneers are still determined to win the top-tier crown as well as the Nedbank Cup since they have what they need to go all the way. However, the supporters have been warned that nothing is guaranteed.

Moremi bullish Pirates 'are winning the league' as Ouaddou warns against 'selling bear skin'

The Buccaneers have launched a serious challenge for the Premier Soccer League crown, mounting a credible threat to dethrone Mamelodi Sundowns, who are chasing a record-extending ninth straight title. Although the campaign is only at the halfway mark and the road ahead remains long, the Soweto giants have already put themselves in a strong position to sustain a genuine title bid. That momentum has left one of the Buccaneers’ key players brimming with confidence that this could finally be the season they go all the way.

Jele assesses Pirates chances of delivering a quadruple season

The Soweto giants are firmly chasing their first Premier Soccer League title since 2012, with their sights set on ending a long domestic drought. While the PSL crown remains the main focus, the Buccaneers could still finish the season with as many as four domestic trophies in their cabinet. This comes despite having already missed out on CAF Champions League glory in the qualifying rounds, a competition in which their run ended at the semi-final stage last term.

A big threat to Mbule and Mswanganyi? Pirates coach Ouaddou reveals his plans on 'very clever' new signing De Jong

As the Buccaneers have just entered the second half of the season with a squad that already looked balanced, the coach still appears to be searching for solutions in certain areas. That pursuit has seen him bring in a New Zealand attacking midfielder, a forward, and a left-back who can also operate as a central defender. What remains to be seen now is whether those signings prove to be the right choices.

Mpho Chabatsane, Orlando Pirates, January 2026

Will Mbokazi's Pirates replacement click? Verdict delivered - 'He used to give Bucs' headaches'

Although they lost one of their top and young defenders, the Sea Robbers quickly went back to the market and bought his replacement. The new signing has been described as a perfect player for the Soweto giants, and the only challenge for him is to try and meet the bar set by his predecessor. The three new faces were brought on board at a critical juncture as the Buccaneers chase the league title after bagging two domestic trophies.

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'It didn't want to go inside' - Ouaddou blames the ball after Pirates and Sekhukhune draw

The Sea Robbers failed to collect maximum points against Sekhukhune United at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium, which saw them fail to get on top of the Premier Soccer League table. It is a slow start to the year, which was not anticipated by their faithful owing to their strong run in domestic competitions before the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) break.

Siphesihle Mkhize of Sekhukhune United and Relebohile Mofokeng of Orlando Pirates

Sekhukhune vs Orlando Pirates Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

GOAL gives you the details to follow the Soweto giants' trip to Polokwane for a Premier Soccer League date with Babina Noko at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday. It is the Buccaneers' first match of 2026, and they would want to build on the momentum they left off last year, as they showed seriousness in their fight for the league title. They come up against a team that beat them in their first PSL match of the season in October 2025.

Pirates' predicted XI to face Sekhukhune - Debut starts for Chabatsane, Msendami and De Jong?

The Buccaneers return to action after the 2025 AFCON break with a tricky Premier Soccer League trip to Polokwane, where they face Babina Noko at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday. The Buccaneers are out to reclaim the two-point cushion they held before the break, having been knocked off the summit after Mamelodi Sundowns shot to the top on Monday. Adding spice to the encounter, they come up against one of only two sides to have beaten them in the league this season.

Ouaddou bold about his expectations of Pirates new signings

The Buccaneers began the year at the summit of the Premier Soccer League standings but have since been dislodged by Mamelodi Sundowns, who now hold a slender lead. Despite losing top spot, the Soweto giants remain firmly in the title race and are gearing up to resume their challenge. Attention now shifts to this weekend as the Soweto giants return to league action and their Moroccan coach could hand competitive debuts to some of the club’s new signings when they face Sekhukhune United on Saturday.

Tshegofatso Mabasa & Vuyo Letlhapa, Sekhukhune United vs Stellenbosch FC, January 2026

Pirates loanee Mabasa sends message to Ouaddou as Hunt's Stellenbosch humble Sekhukhune

The Buccaneers forward delivered a statement performance on his maiden appearance for the Cape Winelands club. His crucial contribution in the Maroons' shirt on his first game is likely to spark debate about whether the Soweto giants made a mistake in releasing him to spend the rest of the season away from the club.

Paseka Mako, Reeve Frosler, Kaizer Chiefs

'Even the coaches' and 'mentality' Mako reveals difference between Pirates and Chiefs

The Soweto giants have been enduring contrasting fortunes this season, with Amakhosi part of the chasing pack in the Premier Soccer League title race. They are trailing their traditional rivals, who are touted as one of the favourites to be crowned PSL champions. A defender with first-hand experience playing for both teams has explained the gap between the two clubs, pointing to key differences.

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