Jabulani Mokone of Orlando Pirates challenged by Thapelo Sekgobela of Marumo Gallants during the DStv Diski Challenge 2022/23 match. Photo: Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
Orlando Pirates dethroned after Sundowns loss!
Stellenbosch have climbed to the top of the DStv Diski Challenge log standings after Orlando Pirates’ loss this weekend!
Jabulani Mokone of Orlando Pirates challenged by Thapelo Sekgobela of Marumo Gallants during the DStv Diski Challenge 2022/23 match. Photo: Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
Orlando Pirates were dethroned at the top of the DStv Diski Challenge log standings after going down against Mamelodi Sundowns.
The Buccaneers reserve team were leapfrogged by Stellenbosch at the top of the log standings after a 1-0 loss against Sundowns.
The loss leaves Joseph Makhanya’s side in second place on the log standings, one point behind Stellenbosch after 17 matches.
Next up for the Buccaneers is a clash against Golden Arrows next weekend.
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In other news, Orlando Pirates have reportedly decided against chasing Royal AM star Shaune Mogaila’s signature.
The 28-year-old speedster has long been linked with a move to the Buccaneers.
According to the latest reports, Royal AM are fighting tooth and nail to hold on to their star man due to their ongoing Fifa transfer ban!
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Buccaneers throw in the towel?
“Royal AM is doing everything to keep Shaune Mogaila in the team for longer. The club is in a tough situation with the transfer ban and is making everything possible to convince Mogaila to stay. The negotiations are still ongoing.” a source told SoccerLaduma.
The publication further claimed that due to the current situation, Shaune Mogaila won’t be joining Orlando Pirates next season. Does this spell the end of a potential move? Let us know in the comments section below.
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