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The South African
2 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates transfer news: Nemtajela, and Mashiloane
It's been confirmed. Two new players are coming to Orlando Pirates, while two others have said goodbye. Orlando Pirates are set to make their official announcements in the coming weeks. Some of the names will include Tshepho Mashiloane and Masindi Nemtajela. The duo will fill the right-back and central midfield positions ahead of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership. After finishing second behind the champions Mamelodi Sundowns, the Buccaneers will also play in next season's CAF Champions League. Orlando Pirates team vs TS Galaxy at the Mbombela Stadium. Image: Football SA Tshepho Mashiloane According to SABC Sport 's leading reporter, Mazola Molefe, Baroka FC's 23-year-old Mashiloane is joining the Sea Robbers. Former Baroka FC head coach Dan Malesela says Orlando Pirates have signed a special player. 'Mashiloane is extraordinary. He is a very special and talented right-back.' – Full Story here. Masindi Nemtajela, a 23-year-old from Johannesburg's Soweto, will be unveiled by Orlando Pirates from Marumo Gallants. Nemtejela, with 20 matches in the Premier Soccer League this season, is a holding midfielder coming in to replace the departed Miguel Timm at the Buccaneers. – Full Story here. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
7 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Legend names his Orlando Pirates Player of the Season
Lucky Lekgwathi played 226 games for Orlando Pirates in the Premier Soccer League. He should know what a Player of the Season looks like. With Orlando Pirates finishing second behind Betway Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns in 2024/25, including an MTN8 title, Lekgwathi believes Sipho Chaine was the best player at the Orlando Stadium. Chaine, born in Bloemfontein, Free State, 28 years ago, finished the season with 11 clean sheets for the Sea Robbers, while also earning consistent Bafana Bafana call-ups. Orlando Pirates team against Stellenbosch FC at the Orlando Stadium. Image: Goal 'For me, Sipho Chaine,' Lekgwathi answered after he was asked by iDiski Times to name his Player of the Season at Orlando Pirates. 'He had his best season and even got called up to Bafana Bafana. It shows you that you are doing great when you get a call-up. In defence – Mbokazi. 'I know he came in late; he is a gem, he is something else, we have really invested in him. And [Deon] Hotto as well, most of the time he played at left-back and he excelled there,' the former Orlando Pirates skipper added. 'So for me, Hotto has to win that one. In midfield, it's very tough, but obviously Rele [Relebohile Mofokeng] is topping it. Yes, [Thalente] Mbatha and [Evidence] Makgopa had a good season, but Rele was outstanding and Nkota was coming. 'And in the striking department, it's [Tshegofatso] Mabasa because he scored the most goals,' Lekgwathi added. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
8 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Confirmed: Orlando Pirates replace Miguel Timm
Soweto giants Orlando Pirates have a new player to introduce before the start of the Betway Premiership season in August. Masindi Nemtajela, a 23-year-old from Johannesburg's Soweto, will be unveiled by Orlando Pirates from Marumo Gallants. Nemtejela, with 20 matches in the Premier Soccer League this season, is a holding midfielder coming in to replace the departed Miguel Timm at the Buccaneers. Speaking to the media this week, Nemtajela's coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou, is confident the midfielder will be a success at the Orlando Stadium next season. 'You know, Masindi [Nemtajela] is a very great professional. We are happy for him and wish him good luck in his new endeavour,' Ouaddou told FARPost . 'He and his family should be proud, and we, as coaches, are proud as well. Now, he is going to leave Bloemfontein for Orlando Pirates. It's a big club, and there will be a lot of competition. 'So, he has to be professional and keep working in order to continue improving himself,' the Moroccan coach added. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
12 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates latest transfer news: Mbokazi, Nemtajela, Matuludi
Orlando Pirates are set to go big in the next transfer window as they look to beef up their squad. The Buccaneers had an average season despite a promising start. After winning two trophies in the past two seasons, Pirates finished with just the MTN8 to show after losing out in the Nedbank Cup final. The Sea Robbers' biggest disappointment was their inconsistency in the league, which allowed Mamelodi Sundowns to run away with the title. The team, however, reached the semi-final of the CAF Champions League, but a poor showing in the second leg against Pyramids saw the Soweto giants crash out. Now, Orlando Pirates have no choice but to bring more players as the transfer window opens. One player the club has signed is Marumo Gallants star Masindi Nemtajela. 'You know, Masindi [Nemtajela] is a very great professional. We are happy for him and wish him good luck in his new endeavour,' Gallants coach Abdeslam Ouaddou told FARPost . 'He and his family should be proud, and we, as coaches, are proud as well. Now, he is going to leave Bloemfontein for Orlando Pirates. It's a big club, and there will be a lot of competition. 'So, he has to be professional and keep working in order to continue improving himself,' added the Gallants coach. Another player, Pirates has been linked with Thabang Matuludi. The right-back is reportedly in talks with the Sea Robbers and could be on his way out of Polokwane City. The Buccaneers have already parted ways with Innocent Maela and Miguel Timm this week. With the transfer window opening soon, expect more Orlando Pirates players to exit as they look to make way for more players. The likes of Relebohile Mofokeng and Mbekezeli Mbokazi are also linked to other clubs in Africa, but it's unlikely that the duo would leave for rival teams. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
14 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
English club enter race to sign Orlando Pirates and Bafana star
Orlando Pirates are going to find it difficult to hold onto one of their key attackers. The Buccaneers put on brave performances both domestically and on the continent last season. And despite only lifting one trophy in the process, many of their players are attracting serious interest from abroad! One such Orlando Pirates player that is wanted overseas is hardworking striker Evidence Makgopa! READ MORE • Kaizer Chiefs confirm fourth exit as R19 million star departs! READ MORE • Orlando Pirates complete deal for seven-goal PSL star! According to the latest transfer gossip, Bafana Bafana forward Evidence Makgopa is a wanted man in Europe. The 25-year-old Orlando Pirates striker has already amassed over 140 top-flight appearances in South Africa. Makgopa has bagged 31 goals while assisting 12 more at both Pirates and his former side Baroka FC. And now, reports suggest a club form England are keen on landing the hard-running striker. 'Though the main focus now seems to be on the English side, there has also been enquiries and interst from a North African team. It's too early to be mentioning names now but I can assure you there is a lot of interest there,' an insider told Soccer Laduma . The Orlando Pirates star is also being linked with a move to Belgium, Turkey and North Africa. READ MORE • Pirates sign another Betway Premiership star! Who else should Orlando Pirates allow to leave and sign ahead of next season? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab below this article or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. You can also follow @ TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
