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

De Jong targets World Cup in Pirates spirit

The Buccaneers forward has revealed that standing for the Soweto giants on the global stage is his ultimate ambition, as he aspires to secure a place with the All Whites for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 29-year-old, who joined the club in January, is hoping to carry his club domestic form into the international arena as his national team prepares for a challenging group stage in North America.

Relebohile Mofokeng and Marcelo Allende, Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns

How Sundowns rejected Pirates star Mofokeng

The Brazilians are known for snapping up the best talent in South Africa, but they will be kicking themselves after details emerged of how they let a future superstar slip through their fingers. The Ghost's midfield sensation is now the talk of the PSL, yet his career could have taken a very different path at Chloorkop.

Relebohile Mofokeng and Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates

POTS debate ramps up as new contender rises to challenge Appollis & Mofokeng

The race for the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League individual honours is reaching boiling point as a new name enters the conversation to challenge the established frontrunners. While the spotlight has largely remained on teenage sensation Relebohile Mofokeng, Richards Bay head coach Ronnie Gabriel has thrown a domestic spanner in the works by touting one of his own rising stars for a major accolade.

Pule Mmodi and Kamogelo Sebelebele, Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates

Sebelebele reflects as Pirates drop points in Chiefs draw - 'Opponent came to defend'

The Buccaneers star, who ensured the Sea Robbers salvaged a point in the Soweto Derby, did not attempt to hide his frustration after Sunday’s stalemate. The result dealt a painful blow to the log leaders’ title ambitions, as they missed the chance to pull clear at the summit, with the defending champions, still holding a game in hand, now breathing down their necks, just a single point behind.

Kaizer Chiefs, TS Galaxy, April 2025

Ex-PSL coach opens up on painful dismissal ahead of cup final

Former top-flight head coach has broken his silence following his sudden departure from the club, admitting that being denied the chance to lead his team into a cup final is a bitter pill to swallow. The 43-year-old tactician was relieved of his duties by the chairman this week, ending a nearly two-year tenure just as the club reaches the business end of the season.

Siyabonga Ndlozi, Magesi FC vs Durban City, April 2026

PSL Wrap: Magesi shine in seven-goal thriller as Galaxy sink and Richards Bay leapfrog Siwelele

As the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League hurtles toward a nail-biting finale, the race for the best possible finish and survival is reaching a boiling point. Dikwena tša Meetse delivered a statement performance, blowing City away to ease the heat on their top-flight status. Meanwhile, the Rockets’ slump rolls on with wins hard to come by, while the Natal Rich Boys keep knocking on the door, determined to muscle their way into the top-eight conversation.

Frequently asked questions

Andries 'Pele Pele' Mkhwanazi and Bethuel Mokgosinyana are considered the founding fathers of the club which was formed in 1937.

Dr Irvin Khoza took over as club secretary and owner in 1991.

The club plays home fixtures at Orlando Stadium in Soweto with the ground being owned by the City of Johannesburg.

They are known by several nicknames, including: The Sea Robbers, The Bucs, Happy People and Buccaneers.

33 official domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (1995) and one Caf Super Cup (1996).

Nine times under different auspices. PSL (4), NSL (1), NPSL (4).

Happy Jele made 401 appearances for the club

Bendict Vilakazi scored 52 goals for the club.