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The South African
2 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
PSL club signing THIRD midfielder from Orlando Pirates
Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Miguel Timm is set to follow the same path as Thabang Monare and Linda Mntambo. As reported on Thursday, Orlando Pirates announced that the 33-year-old midfielder Timm has left the Buccaneers. The Durban-born star lost his place to Makhehleni Makhaula and Thalente Mbatha and only made three appearances for the Sea Robbers this season. Orlando Pirates midfielder Miguel Timm trains at the Rand Stadium. Image: FootballSA Timm joined the Sea Robbers from Marumo Gallants in 2022. He has left with three MTN8 titles and two Nedbank Cup trophies. According to iDiski Times' Lorenz Kohler, Timm is joining Sekhukhune United, the club where his former Orlando Pirates teammates Monare and Mntambo moved over the past two seasons. 'Sekhukhune United are set to sign midfielder Miguel Timm after his exit from Orlando Pirates,' the report said. 'iDiski Times understands a one-year deal with an option to extend has been agreed with Timm set to undergo his medical with the club on Friday,' Kohler 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
2 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates say GOODBYE to two players, FIVE others to follow?
Orlando Pirates have released two senior players. A reliable source believes five more players will follow the same path. It's been a few hours since the Sea Robbers announced the departures of Innocent Maela and Miguel Timm. The former is linked with a management job inside the club, while the latter is expected to join Sekhukhune United. In the meantime, veteran football report er Tiyani Mabasa of Unplayable believes that five more players are expected to leave Orlando Pirates. The names are Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo, Zakhele Lepasa, Karim Kimvuidi, Goodman Mosele and Thuso Moleleki. Orlando Pirates team against Stellenbosch FC at the Orlando Stadium. Image: Goal 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
5 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates transfer news: Rulani, Pablo and Mashiloane
Orlando Pirates will announce a new head coach in the coming weeks and, of course, a couple of new players to improve the squad. That is what top clubs do. With the new season coming up in August, Orlando Pirates are yet to announce Jose Riveiro's successor. According to Soccer Laduma, a familiar face could arrive at the Rand Stadium. His name is Pablo Franco Martin, the former AmaZulu coach. Martin is a free agent after a short stint in Saudi Arabia with Al-Faisaly . T he Full Story is here. In case you have missed it, the 38-year-old Mokwena left Moroccan giants Wydad Casablanca after 11 wins, 12 draws and four defeats in the Botola Pro 1 league in Morocco. While the former Orlando Pirates tactician is still without a new club, rumours have suggested a possible return to the Sea Robbers. Rulani Mokwena during his final season with Mamelodi Sundowns before going to Wydad Casablanca. Image: IOL According to the club's great legend Lekgwathi, the name of the next coach is not really material. The most important thing is for Orlando Pirates to sustain its success. The full story is here. 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. 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
5 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates boss to choose another Spanish coach?
Orlando Pirates might replace the great Jose Riveiro with another Spaniard. It's been a month since the Sea Robbers announced Riveiro was leaving. The Spaniard left as a legend after lifting three MTN8 trophies and two Nedbank Cup titles. With the new season coming up in August, Orlando Pirates are yet to announce Riveiro's successor. According to Soccer Laduma, a familiar face could arrive at the Rand Stadium. His name is Pablo Franco Martin, the former AmaZulu coach. Martin is a free agent after a short stint in Saudi Arabia with Al-Faisaly. 'There have been talks between Pablo Franco Martin and Orlando Pirates. An offer has been made but he is not the only coach the club is looking at and there are other candidates,' an insider told Soccer Laduma . Orlando Pirates chairman Irvin Khoza proudly stands next to the club's famous crest. Image: Sowetan 'He is very interested in the Pirates job, and he has since parted ways with the club he was coaching in Saudi Arabia despite being made an offer to increase his salary to renew his contract,' the source added. In the meantime, Egyptian giants Al Ahly are still locked in extended contractual talks with Jose Riveiro. 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
6 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates legend on Rulani rumours
Most Orlando Pirates supporters should be excited about this prospect. Rulani Mokwena back to the Sea Robbers? In case you have missed it, the 38-year-old Mokwena left Moroccan giants Wydad Casablanca after 11 wins, 12 draws and four defeats in the Botola Pro 1 league in Morocco. While the former Orlando Pirates tactician is still without a new club, rumours have suggested a possible return to the Sea Robbers. According to the club's great legend Lekgwathi, the name of the next coach is not really material. The most important thing is for Orlando Pirates to sustain the success. 'Look I don't have a problem with the coach as long as the coach can come and take this team to another level,' Lekgwathi told iDiski Times . Lucky Lekgwathi in action for Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup against Cape Town City FC. Image: Kick Off. 'Look at [Mamelodi] Sundowns. Rulani left, and they got a new coach. That coach has now won the league, and the coach is in the final of the Champions League. 'We played the semi-finals of the Champions League this season, so next season we need someone who is going to take us to the final and challenge for the league as you know now our problem is in the league where we are not consistent. 'No matter who is coming, we as supporters, we just need to make sure we support him. When Jose came people called him a plumber and he surprised everyone. We supported the plumber and look where the plumber is today. 'He's one of the best coaches to have coached Pirates. That's why I'm saying whoever is coming to coach Orlando Pirates, even if he's a plumber, let's support that plumber or carpenter. 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.
