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Monnapule Saleng of Orlando Pirates challenged by Rushine de Reuck of Mamelodi Sundowns during the 2022 MTN8 Semifinals 2nd Leg match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates at the Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane on the 22 October 2022 Photo: Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix

The latest Orlando Pirates news: Wednesday 26 October 2022

Orlando Pirates are in the thick of their preparations for the massive Soweto Derby this weekend read all about it.

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Monnapule Saleng of Orlando Pirates challenged by Rushine de Reuck of Mamelodi Sundowns during the 2022 MTN8 Semifinals 2nd Leg match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates at the Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane on the 22 October 2022 Photo: Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix

Orlando Pirates are in the thick of their preparations for the massive Soweto Derby this weekend.

Here we wrap all the latest news, views and analysis brought forth from Mayfair.

Will Orlando Pirates humiliate Kaizer Chiefs at the Calabash?

TheSouthAfrican.com’s Dean Boyle believes that Orlando Pirates will undoubtedly humble Kaizer Chiefs this weekend.

He has three reasons.

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Soweto Derby sold out

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Chiefs and Pirates fans. Photo: Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix

Chiefs media department have let the world know that the Soweto Derby at FNB Stadium this weekend is sold out.

Fans without tickets are urged not to turn up to the ground.

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Coach Jose Riveiro has provided an update on Thembinkosi Lorch.

The player has been linked with a move away from the club and his absence from the team.

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Zwane praises Riveiro

Arthur Zwane has offered praise to his Soweto Derby rival, Jose Riveiro.

Zwane has been paying attention to Riveiro’s effect on the Sea Robbers.

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Orlando Pirates superfan makes bizarre offer of his daughter

A Pirates’ superfan has offered his daughter’s hand in marriage to one of the club’s newest stars.

What an especially odd impression.

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Have Bucs found their next Benni McCarthy?

A Pirates legend believes the club have found their next Benni McCarthy.

Like McCarthy he has joined Pirates’ later in his career.

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‘Cheat note’ explained

Star Orlando Pirates midfielder Miguel Timm has clearly explained the tactical change coaches made against Mamelodi Sundowns.

The hardworking midfielder was also captured on TV screens receiving a ‘cheat note’ from technical members during the match.

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A Nickname for Saleng? Pirates fans offer suggestions

Orlando Pirates‘ Monnapule Saleng evidently has his name on everybody’s lips.

PSL footballers clearly have to have a nickname to boot but what have fans suggested for the Sea Robbers’ new strike weapon.

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Orlando Pirates stumble on more booty

Pirates are without a doubt having a great time right now. 

Also, a new sponsor has joined forces with the Soweto giants.

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