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Former Orlando Pirates defender Happy Jele
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Terrible news for Orlando Pirates legend Happy Jele and Royal AM!

Shauwn 'MaMkhize' Mkhize Royal AM
Premier Soccer League

Mam’Mkhize ready to snap up former Orlando Pirates star?

Kaizer Chiefs
Premier Soccer League

Orlando Pirates legend linked with big return to Mayfair!

Former Orlando Pirates defender Happy Jele
Premier Soccer League

Terrible news for Orlando Pirates legend Happy Jele and Royal AM!

Shauwn 'MaMkhize' Mkhize Royal AM
Premier Soccer League

Mam’Mkhize ready to snap up former Orlando Pirates star?

Kaizer Chiefs
Premier Soccer League

Orlando Pirates legend linked with big return to Mayfair!

Pirates
Premier Soccer League

Pirates signing of the day – 25 January

By Siseko Gwegwe25-01-2023 10:50

Orlando Pirates know how to work the player transfer market as few clubs can. Here’s Bucs’ transfer signing of the day.

Former Orlando Pirates defender Happy Jele
Premier Soccer League

REVEALED | Why Orlando Pirates legend rejected Irvin Khoza’s offer 

By Yolulwe Qoshe28-12-2022 07:00

At the start of the season Orlando Pirates took the decision to release their longest serving player in captain Happy Jele.

Happy Jele Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

Happy Jele: Orlando Pirates legend gives update on his future

By Ernest Makhaya01-12-2022 12:32

Former Orlando Pirates skipper Happy Jele has given an update on his future as the January transfer window is fast-approaching.

Jabu Mnguni says Pirates will regret letting Happy Jele go
Premier Soccer League

Orlando Pirates legend ready to return – and play for new club

By Dean Boyle01-12-2022 12:15

One of the most widely respected and famous Orlando Pirates legend is ready to play for a new club after months of being one of the hottest free agents in the PSL.

Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

Former Orlando Pirates star set to make major decision on future

By Zaahid Nanabhay20-11-2022 22:04

Orlando Pirates legend Happy Jele will soon have to take a major decision regarding his future after struggling to find a new club

Orlando Pirates fans trolling Kaizer Chiefs?
Premier Soccer League

Orlando Pirates news wrap: Sunday 20 November

By James Freemantle20-11-2022 09:37

Good morning Orlando Pirates fans! What’s making headlines in the world of your beloved Buccaneers today? Here’s a Sunday roundup.

Happy Jele Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

Orlando Pirates legend begins coaching journey!

By Zaahid Nanabhay19-11-2022 13:48

A former Orlando Pirates star looks set to venture into coaching after struggling to find a new team following his shock Bucs departure!

Orlando Pirates legend offered
Premier Soccer League

Orlando Pirates legend offered job with the Bucs! – reports

By Dean Boyle19-11-2022 09:04

An Orlando Pirates legend could return to Soweto very soon after being offered job with the Bucs!

Orlando Pirates fans trolling Kaizer Chiefs?
Premier Soccer League

Orlando Pirates news wrap: MTN8 injury update, legend set to retire?

By James Freemantle03-11-2022 07:44

Orlando Pirates are fully focused on the MTN8 final. Here are the latest injury updates ahead of that clash, as well as news around Happy Jele.

Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele and Thulani Hlatshwayo
Premier Soccer League

Orlando Pirates legend may be forced to hang up his boots!

By Dean Boyle02-11-2022 18:22

An Orlando Pirates legend and true PSL great finds himself on the brink of hanging up his boots earlier than expected… Much like the legendary Hlompho Kekana!

Happy Jele, Itumeleng Khune and Keagan Dolly walking out for Warriors FC.
Premier Soccer League

Full list of players Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates can still sign!

By Dean Boyle26-09-2022 13:03

An Orlando Pirates legend heads the list of players that could still be signed after the transfer window. He is joined by several former Kaizer Chiefs stars!

Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

Orlando Pirates top stories: Senzo trial, Jele, players tipped to leave

By James Freemantle14-09-2022 12:28

Orlando Pirates have been earning plaudits from supporters for their attractive football. What else has been in the news for the past 24 hours?

Former Orlando Pirates defender Happy Jele
Premier Soccer League

Augusto Palacious gives his opinion on Happy Jele’s depature

By Sinethemba Sithole14-09-2022 11:13

Former Orlando Pirates coach Augusto Palacios has said his piece on the departure of Happy Jele who recently left the Buccaneers.

Jabu Mnguni says Pirates will regret letting Happy Jele go
Premier Soccer League

‘They should have kept Happy Jele’ says Orlando Pirates legend

By Sinethemba Sithole21-08-2022 14:46

Former Orlando Pirates star Jabu Mnguni says the Buccaneers will regret letting Happy Jele go and he’s called for the club to re-sign him.

Happy Jele Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

REPORT: Why Happy Jele’s move to Royal AM may have stalled

By Craig Lewis15-08-2022 11:07

It remains to be seen whether Royal AM remain in the market to snap up the services of former Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele.

Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

Orlando Pirates legend confirms he’s ready to return to Bucs but…

By Zaahid Nanabhay31-07-2022 14:29

Happy Jele has confirmed positive talks between him and Chairman Irvin Khoza over an Orlando Pirates return in the future!

Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

‘I said bye… left the WhatsApp group’ – Pirates legend Jele

By Siseko Gwegwe27-07-2022 13:25

This doesn’t sound good. Departed Orlando Pirates legend Happy Jele obviously sounds unhappy with his former club.

Happy Jele Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

Happy Jele deserves testimonial match at Orlando Pirates says former coach

By Garrin Lambley24-07-2022 09:35

Former Orlando Pirates coach Augusto Palacios says Happy Jele deserves something special from the club in recognition of his contribution.

Happy Jele Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

Happy Jele comments on Royal AM links

By Craig Lewis22-07-2022 13:28

There has been talk that Royal AM could be interested in Happy Jele, but the former Pirates star has admitted he isn’t aware of this.

Former Orlando Pirates captain Edward Motale not surprised Happy Jele left. Photo: Soccer Laduma
Premier Soccer League

Orlando Pirates legend Edward Motale: ‘I’m not surprised that Jele left’

By Ernest Makhaya21-07-2022 10:19

Former Orlando Pirates captain Edward Motlale has weighed in on the departure of legendary defender Happy Jele from the club.

Happy Jele Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

REPORT: MaMkhize’s Royal AM could snap up Happy Jele

By Craig Lewis19-07-2022 09:03

There is continued talk that Royal AM owner Shauwn Mkhize could be interested in Happy Jele after his departure from Orlando Pirates.

Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

Closer look: Orlando Pirates tweak profile logo for Jele

By Siseko Gwegwe18-07-2022 20:51

It’s really a big deal. Happy Jele has left Orlando Pirates after 16 years with Bucs. Check out the club’s iconic gesture here.

Happy Jele Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

‘Shocked’ Happy Jele opens up after Pirates exit

By Craig Lewis18-07-2022 18:05

Happy Jele has shared his thoughts after his shock departure from Orlando Pirates that ended an illustrious career at the club.

Happy Jele Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

REVEALED: Why Happy Jele and Pirates couldn’t agree to terms!

By Craig Lewis18-07-2022 15:55

A difference in opinion effectively led to Happy Jele’s departure from Orlando Pirates after an illustrious career at the club.

Orlando Pirates
Premier Soccer League

BREAKING: Orlando Pirates announce Jele departure!

By Siseko Gwegwe18-07-2022 12:20

Wow, what a massive story. Orlando Pirates have announced that Happy Jele is leaving the club after 16 years. Who would have thought?

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