Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro hugging Miguel Timm

Jose Riveiro, coach of Orlando Pirates congratulates Man of the Match Miguel Timm of Orlando Pirates during the MTN8 Final match between Orlando Pirates and AmaZulu held at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on 05 November 2022 © Gerhard Duraan/BackpagePix

Orlando Pirates closing in on R22.5 million payday!

The joy of winning comes with the satisfaction of a big paycheck and Orlando Pirates could be smiling all the way to the bank soon!

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro hugging Miguel Timm

Jose Riveiro, coach of Orlando Pirates congratulates Man of the Match Miguel Timm of Orlando Pirates during the MTN8 Final match between Orlando Pirates and AmaZulu held at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on 05 November 2022 © Gerhard Duraan/BackpagePix

Orlando Pirates are a three games away from potentially securing a massive pay-out.

The Buccaneers have already secured R8 million in prize money after winning the MTN8 title.

Jose Riveiro’s side are in pole position to finish in second place in the DStv Premiership. Orlando Pirates are two points ahead of third placed SuperSport with two matches remaining.

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There’s another trophy up for grabs for the Soweto giants after they booked their place in the Nedbank Cup final.

Jose Riveiro’s side face Sekhukhune United in the final scheduled to take place later this month.

Orlando Pirates closing in on BIG pay-day

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If everything goes smoothly for Jose Riveiro’s side, the club will be smiling all the way to the bank.

If Orlando Pirates go on to finish in second place in the DStv Premiership, they’ll secure R7.5 million in prize money.

Furthermore, if they go on to beat Sekhukhune United in the Nedbank Cup, R7 million more awaits them.

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Pirates players celebrate a goal. Photo: BackpagePix

In other news, four former Pirates stars are set to enjoy a mini-reunion in Botswana.

Gaborone side VTM is currently home to both Rooi Mahamutsa and Sifiso Myeni.

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And now, both Oupa Manyisa and Brighton Mhlongo have received special invitations from the club.

VTM currently sit atop the log standings in the first division and are in line for promotion to the top flight.

Ex Bucs duo heading to Botswana

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“Former Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Oupa Manyisa is heading to Botswana after being invited by VTM FC in Gaborone.” – a KickOff report read.

“Yes, it’s true. He is coming together with Brighton Mhlongo. Please remember they are also involved in other community development activities through their Foundation.” the club’s chairman told the publication.

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Oupa Manyisa of Orlando Pirates during the Absa Premiership 2013/14 football match Orlando Pirates and University of Pretoria at Orlando Stadium in Soweto, on the 19 December 2013

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