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Lebone Seema, Orlando Pirates, Lundi Mahala, Richards Bay, April 2026

Richards Bay 2-2 Pirates: 'Forget it, the league is gone! Appollis with schoolboy errors'

Abdelsalam Ouaddou’s charges came into the clash looking to keep the winning run alive, but a red-hot 24-year-old winger who clearly has the Soweto teams figured out, alongside Papi Zothwane, flipped the script, shutting down the Buccaneers’ push to climb to the summit in the absence of the Tshwane giants, who are in pursuit of the CAF Champions League, as the spoils were shared on Friday night.

Evidence Makgopa, Orlando Pirates, November 2025

Predicted Pirates XI vs Richards Bay: Makgopa back to replace Mbuthuma?

The Soweto giants are out to build their terrific momentum, which has seen them score 11 goals in their last two games, when they meet the Natal Rich Boyz at uMhlathuze Stadium on Friday.

Mamelodi Sundowns vs Pirates predictions: Backing the in-form Bucs

Three Mamelodi Sundowns vs Pirates predictions for their Premier Soccer League clash on Saturday afternoon, including value on BTTS.

Oswin Appollis, Relebohile Mofokeng & Patrick Maswanganyi, Orlando Pirates, August 2025

Predicted XI Pirates vs Arrows: Rele or Andre De Jong for No. 10 role?

After a huge win over TS Galaxy, Orlando Pirates return to Premier Soccer League action. A win over Abafana Bes'thende will help the Sea Robbers go back to the top of the table. This is a game that the Soweto giants will not afford to lose, as they need points that will firmly keep them in the title race.

Predicted XI Pirates vs Galaxy: Rele wide, Mbule No.10 & Makgopa back?

The Sea Robbers desperately need to bounce back from the 1-1 draw against Siwelele when they face the Rockets on Sunday at the Mbombela Stadium. With Mamelodi Sundowns on CAF Champions League duties, victory for the Soweto giants will send them to the top of the Premier League table with 51 points, one more than the defending champions.

Broos reveals fears he had over Themba Zwane - 'I thought his career was over'

The Masandawana skipper has battled serious injuries in the recent past, and given his advanced age, there were fears that he might not fully recover. The 36-year-old last played for the national team in 2024, and he has a chance of wearing the national team colours again this month. South Africa coach has expressed his delight that the playmaker is back after being sidelined for a very long time.

Pirates legend blames 'disaster' Mbuthuma for Siwelele draw

Former Bucs striker Andries Sebola did not hold back in his assessment of the current forward line following the stalemate at Orlando Amstel Arena and believes the lack of clinical finishing is threatening their title aspirations, specifically singling out their 24-year-old striker for criticism and questioning Abdeslam Ouaddou's tactics and substitutions.

Sipho Mbule, Orlando Pirates, February 2026

Predicted XI Orlando Pirates vs Siwelele - Ouaddou in a dilemma: Makgopa or Mbuthuma?

The Sea Robbers return to action after a midweek victory that propelled them to the top of the Premier Soccer League table. The hard-fought win over Richards Bay ensured that the Buccaneers maintained a close gap with Mamelodi Sundowns, although an insignificant goal difference separates the two rivals. As Masandawana focus on the CAF Champions League, the Soweto giants are hunting for league points over the weekend.

Ouaddou makes 'die on the pitch' title promise to Pirates fans

The Premier Soccer League title race is intensifying each matchday as the Sea Robbers and Mamelodi Sundowns engage in a neck-and-neck battle. After a 2-0 win over Richards Bay matched The Brazilians' result the previous night against Orbit College, the Bucs tactician made a promise to the club's fans.

Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates, March 2026

Pirates 2-0 Richards Bay: 'If you feel robbed report to police; Bucs can't rely on refs'

The Premier Soccer League title race is intensifying each matchday as the Sea Robbers and Masandawana engage in a neck-and-neck battle. None of the leading sides are ready to relent, as each keeps amassing points, which means the gap at the top is so close, making the race a high-intensity marathon.

Polokwane vs Pirates: Preview, Kick-off time & Squad news

With Bucs' focus solely on the league title, it means they are expected to go full throttle against their opponents and secure points. The gap at the top is quite slim because the Soweto giants only lead Mamelodi Sundowns by an insignificant goal difference. The midweek clash is another crucial game for the Buccaneers because a win will help them remain in the neck-and-neck title battle, and a loss would see them cede some ground.

Evidence Makgopa, Orlando Pirates, March 2026

Predicting Pirates starting XI vs Polokwane City: headache for Ouaddou - Mbuthuma or Makgopa?

The Sea Robbers will be back in action on Wednesday after a morale-boosting win over the Glamour Boys in the Soweto derby. Against Rise and Shine, Bucs will need more points in order to keep pace with Mamelodi Sundowns in the tight Premier Soccer League title race.

Predicted Pirates' XI vs Richards Bay: Mbule fit & available, will Ouaddou hand him a starting spot?

The Buccaneers will host the Natal Rich Boyz at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Wednesday. The KwaZulu-Natal side will come in high on confidence, having secured three points against Kaizer Chiefs in their last league match. However, for the Sea Robbers, every point is crucial at this stage, and they are laser-focused on the title race, while the visitors are striving to climb the standings and secure a coveted top-eight finish.

Abdeslam Ouaddou and Cedric Kaze, Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates

Chiefs vs Pirates: Preview, Kick-off time & Squad news

The Glamour Boys welcome the joint league leaders this weekend, Saturday, at home in a highly anticipated fixture. Interestingly, both teams are desperate for a win following their recent struggles, explaining why both sets of supporters are anxiously waiting for the biggest game on South African soil.

Relebohile Mofokeng and Yanela Mbuthuma, Orlando Pirates

Pirates' predicted XI vs Chiefs: De Jong ahead of Mbuthuma & Rele in No. 10 role?

Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou will be making his debut in the country's biggest fixture of the season, hoping to bounce back from recent back-to-back losses. However, it will not be easy against the Glamour Boys, who will be avoiding a third straight loss across all competitions. The game will be staged at the iconic FNB Stadium on Saturday.

Threat to Mofokeng and Nkota? Bafana's Broos told to consider Chiefs product for WC

In what could be a challenge for established South Africa stars, the Belgian has been urged to pick up an Amakhosi academy product who has been doing well recently. Apart from the former Glamour Boy, the Mzansi coach has been encouraged to look at another PSL star who is yet to be exposed to international football. The global showpiece is fast approaching, and South African stars are doing their best to get the coach's attention.

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