US EditionOnce, always – Jose Riveiro bids emotional farewell to Orlando Pirates and The Ghost
- Spanish coach José Riveiro parted ways early with Orlando Pirates in May 2025, with his last game on Tuesday at Orlando Stadium against Lamontville Golden Arrows.
- Riveiro requested early release from his contract, originally ending June 2025, after signing with Egyptian club Al Ahly, which lacks official confirmation.
- Under Riveiro's nearly three years, Pirates finished runners-up in the 2023 Premiership and 2025 Nedbank Cup, while his farewell match ended with a 3-0 win over Golden Arrows.
- The chairman of Orlando Pirates, Dr. Irvin Khoza, acknowledged Riveiro’s significant impact on the club and noted that the experience was mutually beneficial for both the coach and the team.
- Assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi will act as interim coach, as Orlando Pirates prepare to move on without Riveiro amid hopes to maintain top league performance.
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