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The South African
14-05-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates new coach: Ex-Sundowns coach becomes the favourite!
Orlando Pirates are in the market for a new coach with Jose Riveiro heading out. Orlando Pirates will be appointing a new head coach. This is because current head coach Jose Riveiro will be leaving the Soweto giants. So, now Bucs management must turn their attention to recruiting the next Pirates head coach. Some big names have been linked with the Pirates job ever since Riveiro's departure was made public. Pitso Mosimane, Benni McCarthy, Rulani Mokwena and Manqoba Mnqithi names have all come up. However, Mosimane and his agent have not commented on these links. Meaning, at the time of publication, there's are purely hopeful rumours. This could change given the fact that Mosimane is currently unattached and is in SA. BIG READ: BENNI MCCARTHY TO ORLANDO PIRATES – LATEST McCarth, like Mosimane, is one of the dream picks for Bucs fans. However, this is merely speculative with McCarthy having just signed up with Kenyan outfit, Harambee Stars. Meaning, he will not be returning to SAa to coach in the PSL any time soon. Former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach, Mokwena, is now the favourite. He has just parted ways with Wydad Casablanca, just days after rumours emerged linking him with the Bucs job. Mokwena may also have a point to prove following an unsuccessful stint with the Bucs back in 2019. He is currently the front-runner based on availability and previous links. Furthermore, another ex-Sundowns coach, Mncqithi has also been linked with the Sea Robbers but this is also based on rumours. Meanwhile, within their ranks, Carlos Nodar Paz and Mandla Ncikazi are both in line to step up. Earlier reports claim that the Soweto giants will be appointing internally. Therefore, if these reports are true, Nodar Paz and Ncikazi have a good chance of replacing Riveiro as the next Bucs coach too. 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.
The South African
29-04-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs gunning for MLS flop, struggling in Morocco
Kaizer Chiefs are prepping an audacious swoop for ex-Sundowns star Cassius Mailula. Looking at the numbers, is this worth the risk? Cassius Mailula, now 23 years old and playing on loan with Wydad AC from USA MLS side Toronto FC, could be returning to SA. The former Sundowns man has three goals and six assists in 24 Moroccan Botola Pro League outings this term. For Toronto FC, where he's still on the books, Mailula only managed two goals in eight appearances before being shipped out. Injuries to key central defensive trio Given Msimango, Rushwin Dortley and Inacio Miguel meant that Nabi had a patchwork pair of Zitha Kwinika and Bradley Cross. Dillan Solomons and Happy Mashiane are hardly a full-back duo to breed much confidence. Meanwhile, utility man Edmilson Dove is sidelined. Click for details These sworn Soweto Derby rivals meet in the Betway Premiership on Saturday, 03 May at 15:00. They meet again the following Saturday, 10 May in the Nedbank Cup final. That match also kicks off at 15:00. It's crunch time! Rwanda National Team manager Adel Amrouche has confirmed French interest in Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari. The 25-year-old was a regular in the Chiefs first team when he arrived, but inopportune injuries have pushed him down the pecking order. Ntwari, who came from TS Galaxy in July 2024, has only made seven appearances for Chiefs. 'There is a second division club from France; they also asked me about him,' Amrouche told FARPost . Would a move for Mailula excite the Kaizer Chiefs fans? 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.
The South African
22-04-2025
- Business
- The South African
REVEALED: How Orlando Pirates can secure Rulani Mokwena
Orlando Pirates have Rulani Mokwena in their crosshairs. A move for the ex-Sundowns man sounds audacious, but it's not impossible. Outgoing Orlando Pirates boss Jose Riveiro earns roughly half of what Rulani takes home with Wydad AC. Mokwena is unlikely to ease his wage demands, so Pirates would have to significantly increase that number on their balance sheet to secure the 38-year-old tactician's signature. How can they secure those funds? Player sales could help, but the best way to inject some cash into the club is to win the Champions League. The eventual winners of this season's competition will take home $4 million (R75 million). That number has grown from $2.5 million in 2022. Orlando Pirates must negotiate a tough second-leg semi-final clash in Egypt against Pyramids after a hard-fought 0-0 draw in the first leg. If they advance to the final, either Mamelodi Sundowns or defending champions Al Ahly await them. Not only does the money help, but a second star can only add to the allure and prestige of the job. Click for the story 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.
