Pirates face season-defining schedule before festive break
Orlando Pirates will have played seven matches in the space of a month just before Christmas, which include their Caf Champions League and Telkom Knockout Cup final fixtures.
Orlando Pirates will have played seven matches in the space of a month just before Christmas, which include their Caf Champions League and Telkom Knockout Cup final fixtures.
Mamelodi Sundowns, Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and Free State Stars all kick-off their quest for continental glory this week in the Caf Champions League and Caf confederations Cup qualifiers.
Kaizer Chiefs registered an initial 24-man squad for their Caf Confederation Cup exploits, with the likes of Bhongolethu Jayiya, Gustavo Paez and Joseph Molangoane missing out on spots.
After defeat in the Telkom Knockout semi-finals at the hands of arch-rivals Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs coach Giovanni Solinas is skating on thin ice at Naturena, writes DEAN WORKMAN.
Kaizer Chiefs coach Giovanni Solinas has insisted that he will not give up on his goals with the club after suffering another damaging defeat to Orlando Pirates.
Kaizer Chiefs captain Itumeleng Khune has questioned if some of his teammates deserve to wear the club’s badge after their disappointing 2-1 loss to Orlando Pirates in the Telkom Knockout.
Orlando Pirates coach Milutin Sredojevic showered praise on Justin Shonga after the Zambian forward netted the winner in the Telkom Knockout semi-finals against Kaizer Chiefs.
Orlando Pirates midfielder Xola Mlambo admits that the midfield battle against Kaizer Chiefs proved to be ‘difficult competition’.
Orlando Pirates booked their spot in the Telkom Knockout final courtesy of a 2-1 victory against Kaizer Chiefs in the Soweto derby courtesy of goals by Thembinkosi Lorch and Justin Shonga.
Kaizer Chiefs captain Itumeleng Khune admits they let their support down following their below-par performance against rivals Orlando Pirates on Saturday.