Orlando Pirates news

The 26-year-old’s rise from the dusty streets of Limpopo to the global stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is the stuff of football fairytales. The Orlando Pirates marksman recently realised a lifelong dream by representing South Africa at the tournament, but his path to the professional ranks was far from conventional.

Ricardo Goss has expressed his deep frustration with the level of criticism aimed at the national team following their difficult start to the 2026 World Cup. Speaking from the team base in Mexico, the shot-stopper directed his ire specifically at television analysts, many of whom are former professionals and ex-teammates of the current squad.

The fallout from South Africa's disappointing 2-0 defeat to Mexico at the Estadio Azteca continues with the finger of blame now pointing directly at the domestic league after claims that a lack of competitive depth is hindering the nation's progress.

The former Buccaneers winger has opened up on the specific moment he realised his former club were destined to break Mamelodi Sundowns' stranglehold on South African football. The Sea Robbers completed a historic treble-winning campaign under Abdeslam Ouaddou. While many were sceptical of the coaching appointment early on, Segolela insists that a particular cup run changed the entire complexion of the season.

The former Sekhukhune United head coach has put his hand up for the South African national team vacancy after Hugo Broos' impending retirement. The veteran coach also took the opportunity to address mounting speculation regarding his next move at club level.

The 30-year-old defender has insisted that South Africa’s World Cup dream is far from over despite a bruising opening defeat to tournament co-hosts Mexico. The Orlando Pirates captain believes the squad has seen enough 'glimpses' of quality to turn their fortunes around in the upcoming must-win clashes.

The Sea Robbers legend has launched a scathing attack on football agents, accusing them of 'snatching' young talent from hardworking academies without contributing to their development. The former Buccaneers left-back expressed his frustration after seeing his developmental efforts undermined by representatives looking for a quick payday.

The Buccaneers have secured the services of the teenage winger but have been warned by his Siwelele mentor that the step up to the Soweto giants will require significant mental and technical growth but the 19-year-old possesses the raw ingredients to succeed if he can handle the immense pressure of the Mayfair spotlight.

The former Orlando Pirates star found himself at the centre of intense speculation after his name dominated headlines amid swirling rumours of a controversial switch to Naturena following his departure from the Buccaneers and subsequent loan spell at Stellenbosch. Now a free agent, and after a spell of silence during a media storm surrounding his future, the forward has broken his silence to set the record straight on the Amakhosi links.

The Buccaneers assistant coach has lauded the club's hierarchy for their foresight and belief during the defender’s rapid rise to the professional ranks. The 20-year-old recently secured a high-profile move to MLS outfit Chicago Fire after emerging as a generational talent in Soweto.

The former Buccaneers defender has officially brought the curtain down on his time with the Sea Robbers to embark on a fresh chapter in the Western Cape. The move to Stellenbosch is being hailed as a defining moment for the versatile star as he looks to reinvent himself away from Soweto.

The 29-year-old forward has spoken out about his departure from the Buccaneers, describing his exit from the Soweto giants as challenging. The Bafana Bafana international was the headline name among several high-profile departures following the conclusion of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season.

The South African winger has given details on the knee injury that derailed his momentum in the Saudi Pro League and cost him a spot in the national team. The former Orlando Pirates starlet provided a detailed update on his surgical procedure and the long road to recovery that now lies ahead.