According to iDiski Times, the total prize money earned by Orlando Pirates across all competitions in the 2025/26 season stands at R36.8 million, following their success in the Betway Premiership, MTN8, and Carling Knockout Cup.
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The Soweto giants wrapped up the Betway Premiership title on 69 points, finishing just ahead of Mamelodi Sundowns to finally end the defending champions’ eight year grip on the league. That triumph alone secured a R20 million prize from the league’s sponsors.
It was the headline achievement in a season where Pirates dominated across all fronts, with the financial rewards already flowing earlier in the campaign.
Their MTN8 success at the start of the season added R10 million to the club’s coffers, setting the tone for what became a highly profitable and trophy laden year for the Sea Robbers.
Further success followed in the Carling Knockout Cup, where Pirates added another R6.8 million after lifting the trophy before the turn of the year. That cup run reinforced their consistency in knockout competitions and contributed significantly to their overall earnings.
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Betway Premiership winners: R20 million
MTN8 winners: R10 million
Carling Knockout winners: R6.8 million
Beyond the trophies, the financial returns highlight a season where Pirates reasserted themselves as one of the most successful and commercially rewarding sides in South African football.
With silverware secured across multiple competitions, the Buccaneers restored their place at the summit of the domestic game and significantly strengthened their financial position heading into the next campaign.
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