Lacklustre Pirates held to goalless draw by Arrows
Orlando Pirates failed to bounce back from their derby day defeat as they were held to a goalless draw by Golden Arrows on Saturday afternoon.
Pirates, AmaZulu held to goalless draws in continental action
Orlando Pirates and AmaZulu were both in continental action on Friday evening with the Buccaneers held to a 0-0 draw away to Diables Noirs in the second preliminary round of the Caf Confederation Cup, while Ushutu were played to a goalless draw by Congolese giants TP Mazembe in the first leg of their CAF Champions League second preliminary round tie.
Mokwena: I would think Pirates have a huge advantage
Mamelodi Sundowns co-coach Rhulani Mokwena says it is clear that Orlando Pirates will head into Thursday’s Nedbank Cup quarter-final clash as the fresher of the two teams with possibly a huge advantage.
Zinnbauer praises Hotto while revealing positional change
Orlando Pirates coach Josef Zinnbauer has praised the positive influence of Deon Hotto, saying that since he was moved into central- forward position he is always involved when they score.
Jele: Pirates won’t make it easy for Sundowns in Nedbank Cup quarter
Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele says that while his side will come up against one of the continent’s best teams in Mamelodi Sundowns in Thursday’s Nedbank Cup quarter-final, they are also a big side and won’t make it easy for the Brazilians.
We are used to such challenges – Onyango says Downs are ready for Pirates clash
Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Denis Onyango admits that while they are braced for an interesting encounter with Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals, his side are used to dealing with the pressure of big games with trophies on the line.
Hlatshwayo revels in realising Pirates dream
New Orlando Pirates defender Thulani Hlatshwayo has outlined his ambitions following signing for a club he dreamt of playing for while growing up in Soweto.
Khoza: Tyson and Hotto will complement Pirates team
Orlando Pirates chairman Irvin Khoza believes that the international pedigree of new signings Thulani Hlatswayo and Deon Hotto will complement the team they have assembled at the Soweto giants.
‘In life anything is possible’ – Pitso still hopeful of Hlatshwayo signing
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has seemingly revealed that Masadawana are not out of the race for Bafana Bafana defender Thulani Hlatshwayo despite the strong rumours linking him to Orlando Pirates.
Mhango, Shalulile share Golden Boot award
Orlando Pirates star Gabadinho Mhango and Highlands Park hitman Peter Shalulile will share the PSL Golden Boot award after they both hit the back of the net on the final day of the season, taking their respective tallies to 16 goals.