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The South African
a day ago
- Sport
- The South African
New Orlando Pirates star fulfils boyhood dream
Orlando Pirates' new winger, Kamogelo Sebelebele, signed from TS Galaxy, was one of last season's standout players. The Tembisa-born star delivered five goals, two assists, and a Bafana Bafana COSAFA Cup call-up that ended with a place in the Team of the Tournament. Now 23, the diminutive attacker has swapped Mbombela for Soweto, becoming one of 13 new arrivals in the Orlando Pirates squad this season. Ngcobo: Kaizer Chiefs to build on Nedbank Cup win 'Obviously, Orlando Pirates is a big team. Everyone wants to play for Orlando Pirates,' Sebelebele told the club's media. 'One of the reasons I chose the club is that I grew up supporting Orlando Pirates. Kaizer Chiefs make announcement on coach Nabi Sebelebele is aiming high: 'I'm so grateful to be here, and looking forward to helping the team and contributing to winning the league, CAF Champions League and many other trophies.' Orlando Pirates forward Kamogelo Sebelebele warms up at the Orlando Stadium before facing Polokwane City in the MTN8. Image: iDiskiTimes He knows the fight for game time will be fierce: 'I know it won't be easy. I have to push and focus on improving and helping the team.' Sebelebele was an unused substitute in the MTN8 quarterfinal win over Polokwane City last weekend. Meanwhile, his eyes are now set on Saturday's league clash against Sekhukhune United at Orlando Stadium, kicking off at 17:30. 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' new signing keen to make his mark
Securing a dream move was only the beginning for Kamogelo Sebelebele, and the new Orlando Pirates recruit is eager to push on and make his mark for the Soweto giants. A confessed Bucs fan, the Thembisa-born winger is one of several new faces in the squad that was assembled ahead of the 2025/26 season. He made the move from Mpumalanga outfit TS Galaxy, where he had risen through the ranks before making his Betway Premiership debut against a team he admired growing up. Sebelebele has had weeks to acclimatise to his new surroundings and had the opportunity to soak in the electric atmosphere of Orlando Stadium from the bench in the MTN8 opener against Polokwane City. Recounting his first few weeks at the club, the 23-year-old shared his delight at donning the famous black and white. 'It has been good,' he said in his first exclusive interview. 'I'm so grateful to be here, and looking forward to helping the team and contributing in trying to win the league, CAF Champions League and many other trophies.' His move came after an impressive season for the Rockets, which earned him a call-up to South Africa's COSAFA Cup squad in the offseason. His performances earned him a spot in the competition's Team of the Tournament, further underlining his consistency. By then, he had already drawn keen interest from a few suitors with the Buccaneers eventually capturing his services. The versatile player revealed that it was his heart that led him to Soweto. 'Obviously, Orlando Pirates is a big team,' he said. Everyone wants to play for Orlando Pirates. One of the reasons I chose the club is because I grew up supporting Orlando Pirates.' A step up to one of the continent's biggest clubs does come with its own unique demands, and Sebelebele is aware that things will not be easy. He revealed that he is looking forward to the challenge that comes with the big change. 'I am looking forward to that challenge,' he said. 'I know it won't be easy. I have to push and focus on improving and helping the team.' A big chance awaits Sebelebele, who has his sights set on Orlando Pirates' next fixture. They face a tricky foe in Sekhukhune United in their Betway Premiership opener at Orlando Stadium. He has emphasised the importance of putting on another good performance in front of the passionate Bucs faithful. 'Every game is tough in this league but obviously, Orlando Pirates is a big team and we can't afford to lose against any team in the league. They are coming to Orlando so we have to win.' A debut could be on the cards for Sebelebele in the all-too-important fixture, which gets underway on Saturday at 17:30. 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
14-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates snatch COSAFA star in stunning transfer coup
Orlando Pirates have officially snapped up rising star Kamogelo Sebelebele from TS Galaxy, bolstering their ranks ahead of a demanding 2025/2026 campaign. Sebelebele made headlines with a breakout season at TS Galaxy, notching five goals in 29 appearances and proving himself one of the league's most consistent performers. His dazzling form earned him a call-up to Bafana Bafana's COSAFA Cup squad, where he didn't disappoint, claiming a Man of the Match award, helping South Africa to a runners-up finish, and earning a spot in the Team of the Tournament. Although the Buccaneers are currently deep into their preseason tour in Marbella, Spain, Sebelebele will not immediately join the main squad abroad. 'Sebelebele will join the group of players who remained in Johannesburg while the selected first team group embarked on their preseason tour in Spain,' the club announced on Monday. This approach allows the 23-year-old Limpopo-born winger to integrate locally while Pirates fine-tune their systems overseas. Despite being a natural winger, Sebelebele showed impressive tactical flexibility at TS Galaxy last season. The club praised his ability to perform at right back and left back, making him a versatile asset for new head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou. 'While naturally a winger, the Limpopo-born star demonstrated his tactical adaptability last season by also excelling at both right back and left back, highlighting his versatility and dynamism he brings to Abdeslam Ouaddou's squad.' Sebelebele becomes Pirates' 10th new signing of the window, joining an exciting group that includes. Sipho Mbule Yanela Mbuthuma Tshepang Moremi Nkosikhona Ndaba Sinoxolo Kwayiba Tshepo Mashiloane Sihle Nduli Masindi Nemtajela Oswin Appollis The Bucs have acted quickly and decisively to add depth and quality to their squad. With Sebelebele's arrival further strengthening their attacking options. Is the new Orlando Pirates star Nkota's replacement? 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
14-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
BREAKING: Orlando Pirates announces their 10th signing
Orlando Pirates have announced Kamogelo Sebelebele as their 10th signing of the new season. The 22-year-old winger joins the Buccaneers from TS Galaxy just a day after Mohau Nkota left the club. Sebelebele featured 29 times for the Rockets last season, scoring five gooals. 'Orlando Pirates Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Kamogelo Sebelebele. The 22-year-old winger joins the Buccaneers on the back of an impressive breakout campaign with TS Galaxy, where he featured in 29 matches and found the back of the net five times – a return that highlighted his attacking prowess and consistency throughout the season,' the club said in a statement. 'Sebelebele will join the group of players who remained in Johannesburg while the selected first team group embarked on their preseason tour in Spain. The Soweto Giants are currently in Marbella, where they have two remaining fixtures against Spanish outfits Las Palmas and Granada before returning home on July 20. While naturally a winger, the Limpopo-born star demonstrated his tactical adaptability last season by also excelling at both right back and left back – highlighting his versatility and dynamism he bings to Abdeslam Ouaddou's squad.' Here are the rest of the new signings: Sipho Mbule, Yanela Mbuthuma, Tshepang Moremi, Nkosikhona Ndaba, Sinoxolo Kwayiba, Tshepo Mashiloane, Sihle Nduli, Masindi Nemtajela, and Oswin Appollis. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
14-07-2025
- Sport
- The South African
OFFICIAL: Orlando Pirates announce surprise winger signing
Orlando Pirates have wrapped up a seventh new signing as their work in the winter window continues, with no signs of slowing. TS Galaxy winger Kamogelo Sebelebele is the latest recruit. Sebelebele is a winger who can also play at right-back. Nkota to Al-Ettifaq confirmed Pirates have wrapped up the signing of 22-year-old winger Kamogelo Sebelebele from TS Galaxy. Last season, he made 26 league appearances, scoring four goals and assisting two. Sebelebele is already a proven PSL performer with 82 league outings in the past three seasons. Miguel Timm (Released) Innocent Maela (Released) Paseka Mako (Kaizer Chiefs) Thabiso Monyane (Kaizer Chiefs) Phillip Ndlondlo (Released) Monnapule Saleng (Loan, Orbit College) Mohau Nkota (Ettifaq) Could Mofokeng be next to leave? At 20 years old, Relebohile Mofokeng is the jewel in the Pirates' crown. There's talk that the Sea Robbers will listen to offers of R32 million for the winger. Make no mistake, Rele Mofokeng is a brilliant player, potentially the South African with the highest ceiling. What message does this send to European clubs wanting to smuggle South African talent if Mofokeng signs for a team in Spain, Italy, France or Germany and then gets sold for roughly five times that number? Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
