Shandu scores, but frustration boils over as Orlando Pirates held by TS Galaxy

Shandu scores, but frustration boils over as Orlando Pirates held by TS Galaxy

Orlando Pirates coach Riveiro: ‘I didn't sleep’

Orlando Pirates have lived through a horror spell. Coach Jose Riveiro described the profound effects of losing titles. JOSE RIVEIRO ON THE LOST TROPHIES Within two weeks, Orlando Pirates lost the CAF Champions League, Betway Premiership, and Nedbank Cup. “Each and every game that we lose – if you ask me or the players – it feels the same,” Riveiro told the media. “Every game is an opportunity to beat someone, and when you don’t, and you’re compe…

Post-Riveiro era starts with draw for Bucs after late Galaxy goal

Orlando Pirates started life after Jose Riveiro on a rather sour note. TS Galaxy snatched a point at the death to end their Betway Premiership campaign with a 1-1 draw at the Orlando Stadium on Saturday. Thanks to a stoppage-time equaliser from Galaxy substitute Mpho Mvelase, who caught the Pirates defence napping and found the back of the net. Bandile Shandu was the goal scorer for the Buccaneers, with an easy tap-in from a Mohau Nkota pass in …

Pirates Start Post Riveiro Era With A Draw

Orlando Pirates started their post Jose Riveiro era with a 1-1 draw with TS Galaxy at Orlando Stadium in their Betway Premiership clash. Their was not much changing in terms of personel from interim coach Mandla Ncikazi who said there wasn’t time to chop and change and alter the line-ups, while praising the excellent work of Riveiro who received a heroes send off at the same arena mid-week. The Spaniard is set to be unveiled by Al Ahly in the co…