Next in Line: Academy Prodigy Mpho Padime Promoted to Orlando Pirates First Team, Takes #38 Jersey
JOHANNESBURG — Orlando Pirates have officially promoted teenage winger Mpho Padime to the senior first-team squad ahead of the 2026/27 Betway Premiership season. In a move signaling immense club faith, the 19-year-old Katlehong-born star has inherited the iconic #38 jersey vacated by Relebohile Mofokeng following his recent transfer to Europe. Padime's promotion comes off the back of a dominant campaign...
“City of Gold” Tribute: Orlando Pirates & adidas Unveil 2026/27 Home and Away Kits
JOHANNESBURG — Betway Premiership champions Orlando Pirates and sportswear giant adidas have officially launched the club’s new 2026/27 Home and Away jerseys, priced at R1,399. The release is anchored by a flagship campaign film paying tribute to Johannesburg, the "City of Gold"—a core element of the club's identity as the Buccaneers begin the countdown to their landmark 90th anniversary in...
“Defenders Are Neglected”: Former PSL Coach Claims Kaizer Chiefs’ Thabo Moloisane Deserved Footballer of the Season Consideration
Former Magesi FC and All Stars head coach Allan Freese has sparked a debate across South African football, claiming new Kaizer Chiefs signing Thabo Moloisane should have been a top contender for the PSL Footballer of the Season award. The 26-year-old centre-back joined Amakhosi as a free agent in June following an impressive stint at Stellenbosch FC. While Orlando Pirates...
Gate Receipts Windfall: Orlando Pirates Eye R3 Million Matchday Revenue in Season Opener
SOWETO — Reigning Betway Premiership champions Orlando Pirates could bank up to R3 million in gate receipts when they launch their title defense against Milford FC on Saturday, 1 August 2026, at the Orlando Amstel Arena. Coming off a historic treble campaign under head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou—winning the Betway Premiership, Carling Knockout, and an unprecedented fourth consecutive MTN8 title—the Buccaneers...
Omega Circle Spark Vital Conversations on Mental Health, Grief, and Faith in New Music Video
South African gospel collective Omega Circle has officially released the emotional music video for their latest single, "Ungasabi"—a powerful visual project confronting depression, unemployment, grief, and financial strain head-on. Featured on their latest EP, Spirit Lift Me, the track moves past polished perfection to showcase the raw emotional realities facing millions daily. The first three minutes depict silent struggles, offering...
“We Need Our 12th Man”: Fernando Da Cruz Issues Passionate Plea to Kaizer Chiefs Faithful
NELSPRUIT — Ahead of his first official competitive match in charge, new Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando Da Cruz has rallied the Amakhosi faithful, stressing that fan backing will be the defining factor in their 2026/27 Betway Premiership campaign. The Glamour Boys kick off their league season against top-flight newcomers Kruger United at the Mbombela Stadium on Saturday, 1 August...
Commercial History: Orlando Pirates Launch Landmark Flagship Store at Mall of Africa
JOHANNESBURG — Reigning PSL champions Orlando Pirates have set a major milestone off the pitch by becoming the first Premier Soccer League club to open a permanent, standalone flagship retail store inside a major shopping center. The Buccaneers officially unveiled the retail venue at the Mall of Africa in Midrand on Wednesday, 29 July 2026. Moving away from the traditional model...
Amakhosi Head to Mbombela: Tickets Live for Kaizer Chiefs’ Season Opener Against Kruger United
NELSPRUIT — The waiting is over for the Gold and Black nation. Kaizer Chiefs will officially kick off their 2026/27 Betway Premiership title quest on Saturday, 1 August 2026, when they travel to Nelspruit to face top-flight newcomers Kruger United at the Mbombela Stadium. Kick-off is set for 20:15 SAST in a blockbuster night fixture that promises fireworks. Match Information DetailMatch OutlineFixtureKruger...
Cape Town Sevens Confirmed: World Rugby Unveils 2026/27 HSBC SVNS Schedule
CAPE TOWN — World Rugby has officially released the full schedule for the 2026/27 HSBC SVNS Series and World Championship, confirming the return of the iconic Cape Town Sevens to Cape Town Stadium on 5–6 December 2026. Following a record-breaking 2026 campaign that drew over 530,000 stadium spectators worldwide and surpassed one billion social media impressions, all host destinations are...
“I’m Happy Here”: Oswin Appollis Pushes Aside FC Porto Transfer Rumours to Focus on Orlando Pirates
Bafana Bafana star winger Oswin Appollis has broken his silence regarding intense media speculation linking him with a high-profile move away from Mayfair, affirming that his immediate focus remains entirely on Orlando Pirates. Rumours have swirled across European and local media outlets suggesting Portuguese giants FC Porto were preparing a major move for the 24-year-old attacker following his spectacular campaign...
