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Relebohile Mofokeng, Orlando Pirates

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.

Andre de Jong, Orlando Pirates

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.

Andre de Jong, Orlando Pirates, January 2026

Does De Jong arrival spell doom for Mbule and Maswanganyi? Former Pirates star explains

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, two Buccaneers attacking midfielders risk struggling for game time and missing out as competition for places intensifies within Abdeslam Ouaddou's squad. However, the New Zealander's arrival could spark some fierce competitiveness for the Soweto giants in the middle of the park. That added depth may also drive the Buccaneers side to mount a stronger push for the Premier Soccer League title.

Andre de Jong, Orlando Pirates, January 2026

‘De Jong signing means trouble for Tito! This is Pirates and not Sundowns, Chiefs are still waiting for free agents’

The Buccaneers confirmed their first signing of January after securing the signature of the New Zealand international midfielder from Stellenbosch FC. The Soweto giants are beefing up their squad as they try to maintain top spot in the Premier Soccer League, as well as winning the Nedbank Cup in a season they could finish with a quadruple after claiming the MTN8 and Carling Knockout.

Hugo Broos, Sipho Mbule South Africa, October 2025

Broos to make big Mbule decision as Pirates star struggles to shine for Bafana at AFCON

The Buccaneers playmaker arrived in Morocco with expectations high on him to step in for Themba Zwane who did not make it to the continental football showpiece. But he is yet to reproduce the form that earned him a place in the national team squad doing duty in North Africa. This comes after the coach’s attempts to identify Zwane’s replacement in Patrick Maswanganyi have so far failed.

Bafana Bafana, GFX

Best XI of Bafana players left out of Broos' AFCON squad

When the Belgian announced his 23-man squad headed to Morocco for this year’s Africa Cup of Nations [AFCON], there were some surprises. The 73-year-old tactician left tongues wagging with some of his choices, leaving out some big names and experienced campaigners. Broos also included a couple of youngsters, some of whom will be in the senior national team setup for the very first time.

Patrick Maswanganyi, Orlando Pirates, November 2025

Maswanganyi breaks silence after AFCON snub - 'It has been hard for me'

In the last transfer window, Bucs signed more than ten players, and that meant there would be stiff competition for starting positions. Some of the players who were regular starters under Jose Riveiro have found themselves snubbed at times, even when they are fit and available. Although Abdeslam Ouaddou has perfected a rotational policy to accommodate every member of his playing unit, even then, some players have been rarely involved.

Jaisen Clifford and Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Marumo Gallants vs Orlando Pirates

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

GOAL gives you the details to follow the Soweto giants' clash with Bahlabane ba Ntwa in the Carling Knockout final at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday. It is both teams' final game of 2025 and they would be keen on signing off the year on a high. For the Buccaneers, they will be on the hunt for a second trophy of the season after lifting the MTN8 earlier on. Their opponents are bidding for their first-ever piece of major silverware in the top-flight league.

Abdeslam Ouaddou,Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Thalente Mbatha and Relebohile Mofokeng

Predicting Pirates' XI against Gallants - Selection headache! Who will replace injured & suspended Bucs stars?

The Sea Robbers are set for their 10th final in the Carling Knockout when they will take on Bahlabane Ba Ntwa at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday. This is also a chance for Bucs to seal another cup, three months after defending the MTN8 trophy. The cup final is a duel between a Pirates side that is quite consistent and a Gallants side that has struggled and is winless for several games.

Orlando Pirates, November 2025

Ouaddou explains 'the most difficult' part about leading the PSL title race after dislodging Sundowns

The Buccaneers are threatening what had become the order of the league as Masandawana dominated season in, season out. The Brazilians' record-extending Premier Soccer League titles could be stopped by the Soweto giants who have presented their title credentials as determined contenders. Making the Ghost favourites to be crowned champions is how they have reached this stage of the season without allowing the Tshwane giants to pull away on the standings. They are currently on a 10-match unbeaten run in the league, a bold statement about their seriousness of the biggest trophy in South African football.

Orlando Pirates, Durban City, November 2025

'Apologise to Ouaddou for calling him a plumber! Pirates are champions; Mofokeng is off to Morocco'

By picking up yet another win, the Sea Robbers are building up perfect momentum for the Carling Knockout Cup final against Marumo Gallants. Against Durban City, players showed individual brilliance and team brilliance, a testament that Abdeslam Ouadou's rotation policy could be working. Although they started the season struggling, the Sea Robbers have made their way to the top of the Premier Soccer League standings and are now sending a clear signal that they are serious title contenders.

Evidence Makgopa, Relebohile Mofokeng, Orlando Pirates, November 2025

Clinical Pirates outclass Durban City to go top of PSL standings

The Sea Robbers were once again lethal as they managed a Premier Soccer League win over Durban City on Saturday at Moses Mabhida Stadium. Meanwhile, there was a palpable sigh of relief for Pirates fans who saw Mbekezile Mbokazi back into the starting line-up again. For a week now, the centre-back has been a subject of intense debate, as reports had indicated he was closer to the exit door, reportedly on his way to Chicago Fire in Major League Soccer.