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Mofokeng or Zwane – who is better? - 'Rele is not growing; let's talk after 10 years!'

The Masandawana star is at the sunset of his career, while the Bucs' forward has just begun his career. There has been a raging debate on who will eventually succeed Mshishi given how the experienced playmaker has been influential, especially for his club. President Yama 2000 has shown signs he is ready to step up, but is the debate on who is better coming at the right time?

Sipho Mbule, Orlando Pirates, December 2025

Mbule tipped to come back stronger - 'It’s normal to have ups and downs'

The former Masandawana star was a crucial figure for the Sea Robbers in the first round of the season. However, after returning from the Africa Cup of Nations finals, his playtime reduced. Part of the reason why the 27-year-old has sparingly featured for the Soweto giants is because the midfielder was recovering from an injury.

Sipho Mbule, Bafana Bafana, December 2025

End of Mbule's Bafana career under Broos amid Mofokeng's new role? - 'He doesn’t play anymore at Pirates'

The South Africa coach is making bold decisions as he shapes his squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Belgian tactician has made a few surprise omissions from his squad and has explained that his selections are based on form as he tries to build a competitive team for the global football tournament.

Mofokeng, Mbule or Adams to keep out Zwane from Bafana? - 'It will be very difficult for Mshishi'

The veteran midfielder remains one player the South Africa national football team could need at the global football tournament if he rediscovers his authority in the middle of the park. Currently used sparingly by Masandawana, he has yet to reach the top form that made him a dominant force in midfield. That has created anticipation over whether he can rise again and reclaim the midfield-king status he once enjoyed.

Evidence Makgopa & Banele Mnguni,Polokwane City vs Orlando Pirates, March 2026

Polokwane City 1-2 Pirates: ‘Rise and Shine gave Chiefs fans two minutes happiness, then Maswanganyi took it away’

The Ghost survived a scare against Rise and Shine in Limpopo but will be happy to go back home with a narrow victory from the match at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium on Wednesday. More importantly for the Soweto giants, they are still at the summit of the Premier Soccer League log.

Andre de Jong, Orlando Pirates vs Casric Stars, February 2026

Pirates 0-0 (Pens 4-5) Casric Stars: 'Bucs aren't ready for Chiefs if they can't score vs waiters & plumbers!'

The Buccaneers are out of the Nedbank Cup after being knocked out by their National First Division opponents, via a penalty shootout, at Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday. It was a second successive defeat for the Soweto giants after losing 2-1 to Mamelodi Sundowns in a Premier Soccer League match on Wednesday.

Sipho Mbule, Orlando Pirates, August 2025

Where should Mbule play for Pirates? New position suggested for Bafana star

In order to make the former Mamelodi Sundowns star an effective player, a position where he can express himself fully has been identified. Initially, the playmaker was deployed as the main man behind the strikers, but recently there has been stiff competition for that slot. In the games against Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila and Marumo Gallants, he played in a different position and not as a playmaker.

Relebohile Mofokeng, Orlando Pirates vs Marumo Gallants, February 2026

Pirates 3-0 Gallants: ‘Give Mofokeng POTY Award but what Chiefs will lift is Dr Khumalo's Chiskop’

The Buccaneers opened a six-point gap at the summit of the Premier Soccer League standings after a 3-0 victory over Marumo Gallants at Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday. It was another productive outing for coach Abdeslam Ouaddou’s side, who continue to build momentum in the title race. The Soweto giants are now 14 matches unbeaten across all competitions, with their last defeat dating back to October 2025.

Mduduzi Shabalala, Kaizer Chiefs, October 2025

Chiefs star tipped to be top scorer and lead Bafana - 'One day we'll talk a different story'

Although much has been expected from the 22-year-old, he has ended up attracting more criticism than praise. After wasting quite a number of chances against Stellenbosch in a Nedbank Cup encounter, his performance was again negatively scrutinised. But there is hope for the South African star; he has been tipped to become a top goal scorer and even a dependable Bafana asset.

Mfundo Vilakazi, Mduduzi Shabalala and Thabiso Monyane, Kaizer Chiefs

Shabalala claps back at critics - ''When bad things are said, you can’t deal with them'

As Amakhosi endure a low rate of conversion of created chances into goals, the 22-year-old found himself on the receiving end of criticism for clear opportunities missed against Stellies. The wasted chances proved costly for the Soweto giants as they dropped from the competition and lost a trophy they won last season. Given that Chiefs are hunting for trophies, Shabalala, as one of the playmakers, needs to improve and help the team achieve their ambitions.

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Relebohile Mofokeng, Sipho Mbule, Orlando Pirates, October 2025

Mbule & Mofokeng rivalry welcomed as Pirates chase PSL glory! But who will take No. 10 role?

As the Sea Robbers chase domestic trophies on two fronts, players face stiff competition for starting slots. One of the positions that is highly contested in the Buccaneers setup is the creative role behind the strikers, a duty that is considered crucial for any team to function seamlessly. The slot was strengthened in the off-season window, and another top star was added in January, making the contest even tighter.

Relebohile Mofokeng, Sipho Mbule and Thalente Mbatha, Orlando Pirates MTN8 2025

All not lost for Mbule & Maswanganyi as Ouaddou applauds his Pirates playmakers

After the Buccaneers were praised for their depth in central defence and midfield, another department has now emerged as equally well-stocked. The growing strength in this area highlights the squad’s balance and it follows the coach’s decision to assign new responsibilities to a Bafana Bafana midfielder.

Thalente Mbatha, Orlando Pirates, October 2025

Khanye hails Mbatha as the ‘Engine’ driving Pirates

The 25-year-old midfielder delivered a stellar performance on Saturday afternoon in the David versus Goliath clash against Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila, contributing a goal and walking away with the Man of the Match accolade.

Ouaddou picks positives from Nedbank Cup match but calls for 'More killer instinct'

The Buccaneers cruised to victory against Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila in a well-packed Moses Mabhida Stadium. While goals rained in, the Moroccan mentor remained far from satisfied, insisting that his troops could and should improve their finishing to make their dominance more clinical.

Tshakhuma 1-4 Pirates: 'Loan out Mbuthuma to Chiefs! Amakhosi will regret choosing football'

The journey has come to an end for the 2020/21 Nedbank Cup winners, as the third-tier outfit failed to cause an upset against the Sea Robbers. For the Buccaneers, the journey to a season quadruple is alive as they now chase the cup lost to bitter rivals, Kaizer Chiefs, last season and the Premier Soccer League title. Amakhosi, the defending champions, were knocked out of the competition by Stellenbosch.

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.

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