Highlights: Pirates beat Maritzburg to go fourth
Orlando Pirates returned to winning ways in the DStv Premiership after defeating Maritzburg United 2-0 at the Orlando Stadium on Sunday evening.
Orlando Pirates returned to winning ways in the DStv Premiership after defeating Maritzburg United 2-0 at the Orlando Stadium on Sunday evening.
Mamelodi Sundowns co-coach Rhulani Mokwena says it is clear that Orlando Pirates will head into Thursday’s Nedbank Cup quarter-final clash as the fresher of the two teams with possibly a huge advantage.
Orlando Pirates coach Josef Zinnbauer has praised the positive influence of Deon Hotto, saying that since he was moved into central- forward position he is always involved when they score.
Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele says that while his side will come up against one of the continent’s best teams in Mamelodi Sundowns in Thursday’s Nedbank Cup quarter-final, they are also a big side and won’t make it easy for the Brazilians.
Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Denis Onyango admits that while they are braced for an interesting encounter with Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals, his side are used to dealing with the pressure of big games with trophies on the line.
Orlando Pirates coach Josef Zinnbauer believes his side can be considered challengers for continental silverware in the Caf Confederation Cup.
Orlando Pirates boosted their hopes of reaching the Caf Confederation Cup quarter-finals following their commanding 3-0 victory over Al Ahli Benghazi this past Sunday.
The Premier Soccer League has confirmed the dates, venues and kick-off times for the much-anticipated semi-finals of the Nedbank Cup.
Orlando Pirates extended their unbeaten run in the Caf Confederation Group A after playing out to a goalless draw against Al Ahli Benghazi at the Martyrs of February Stadium on Sunday evening.
Orlando Pirates coach Josef Zinnbauer has revealed that star midfield Thembinkosi Lorch should be back in action after the Fifa international break.