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Pirates vs La Cure Waves: How to watch, kick-off, venue, squad news, form & predictions

GOAL brings you all the available details on the continental qualifying clash between the Buccaneers and the Waves at the Orlando Stadium in Soweto. The Bucs are still firm favourites to beat the Mauritius Super League title holders despite being held to a 0-0 draw in the away leg in Mauritius.

Kabelo Dlamini, Orlando Pirates, November 2025

Ouaddou compares Dlamini to Zidane

Bucs coach has hailed the unique creative qualities of the talented midfielder, drawing a lofty comparison to Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane. As the Buccaneers prepare for their crucial CAF Champions League encounter, the French-Moroccan tactician believes the returning midfielder possesses the rare vision required to unlock the continent's most stubborn defensive lines.

Ouaddou update on Nkota's injury

The highly-rated coach has given the much-needed update on when the Bafana Bafana winger is likely to make his first appearance for the Soweto giants in the 2026/27 season. The 21-year-old is on a season-long loan with Bucs after a challenging spell in Saudi Arabia.

La Cure Waves issue warning to Pirates - 'We are going there with one clear objective'

The Soweto giants face a high-stakes battle to keep their continental dreams alive after a resilient La Cure Waves side touched down in South Africa with a clear message of intent. The Mauritian minnows proved they are no pushovers during a gritty first-leg stalemate, leaving the Buccaneers with plenty of work to do in front of their home crowd.

Truter hopeful of Sundowns upset

The Chilli Boys tactician has expressed cautious optimism ahead of his side’s daunting league fixture against the Brazilians. While the KuGompo City-based side have proven difficult to beat in recent weeks, the coach is fully aware that his side must sharpen their edge in front of goal to stand a chance against the continental giants.

Ndlovu & Cardoso name check Mngqithi for fast adaption - 'Coach Manqoba is absolutely correct'

The Brazilians' head coach has lauded the immediate impact of the 22-year-old following his impressive start to life at the Pretoria club, with both the coach and the player identifying the former Golden Arrows boss as laying down the blueprint for the player's tactical flexibility and technical quality.

Pos	Takım	P	K	D	L	F	A	+/-	Puan	Form
1	Chengdu Rongcheng FC	26	15	7	4	51	30	21	52	B K K K K
2	Dalian Yingbo	26	12	4	10	38	42	-4	40	K B K B K
3	Beijing Guoan	26	11	10	5	49	33	16	38	B B B K K
4	Yunnan Yukun	26	11	5	10	54	51	3	38	K K B K K
5	Qingdao West Coast	26	8	14	4	31	32	-1	38	B B K B B