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Orlando Pirates co-coach Mandla Ncikazi has apologized over comments he made against Simba SC.

They faced Libya’s Al Ahli Tripoli in the penultimate stage and saw them off to book a final ticket against RS Berkane of Morocco. But what you get here are hostility and abuse," he said then. But for the other incidents that really take place in Africa, there is no apology for that.

Thembinkosi Lorch of Orlando Pirates during the DStv Premiership match against Maritzburg United at Orlando Stadium on May 24. Image: Lefty Shivambu/Gallo ...

They need to win both, against Royal AM on Friday (7.30pm) and SuperSport United at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Monday, to end in second place in the Premiership. “I thought we shouldn’t have lost that final based on how we played and how we performed, but football is like that. The 28-year-old playmaker was named man-of-the-match despite the miss.

While he admits they failed to achieve the targets set at the start of the season, Orlando Pirates co-coach Mandla Ncikazi has insisted only the club's ...

But you don’t want to highlight it, exaggerate it or put it under the spotlight but the truth is known by everybody: we have an agenda in front of us that we have to fulfil. "I think the mandate is clear. "But for Pirates we’ve not met the objections.

Orlando Pirates entered the halftime break leading Maritzburg United 2-0 in their DStv Premiershi...

Mabasa could have added a fifth goal for the hosts in the last nine minutes after he went though in the box but his snap shot was parried away by Engelhardt from point-blank range. The sides settled into a passing rhythm early in the second stanza but Pirates were too quick for United, as Hotto made it 3-0 for Pirates on the hour-mark with a strike past Engelhardt in the box after he beat the offside trap from Lorch's cross. However, Kabelo Dlamini restored a three-goal lead for the Soweto giants 21 minutes before time with a diagonal strike beyond the reach of Engelhardt, who was out of his area, into a gaping net after he also broke the line from Lorch's pass. Pirates looked to boost their goal difference further in the dying minutes but the four goals were enough to take them up to sixth on the log, six points behind second-placed Cape Town City with two games in hand. Pirates skipper Happy Jele was unfortunate not to double their lead on the half-hour mark with a free header in the box that crashed against the bottom post after a cross by Hotto from a corner. As the game opened up, Friday Samu pulled a goal back for Ernst Middendorp's charges just after that with a close-range finish after a square pass by Brandon Theron. Pirates introduced fresh legs a couple of minutes later with a double change as Tshegofatso Mabasa replaced Peprah and Fortune Makaringe came on for Dlamini. Maritzburg played a high line in the opening exchanges and should have been punished in the eighth minute after Lorch beat the offside trap to go clear on goal but he fired his shot straight at goalkeeper Marcel Engelhardt, before the former PSL Footballer of the Year rattled the frame of the goal minutes later from the edge of the box. However, the Bafana Bafana forward eventually broke the deadlock in the 21st minute as he perfectly picked out the far corner a neat finish after a ball over the top by Hotto. The Team of Choice continued to offer the Buccaneers space behind their defence as they threatened to come back into the game, but they went 2-0 down just before the halftime break when Lorch's pass found Peprah, who fired into the bottom corner from the edge of the box. Pirates were unchanged after their CAF Confederation Cup final defeat on penalties against RSB Berkane, as Thembinkosi Lorch continued in the attack alongside Kwame Peprah and Deon Hotto. Thembinkosi Lorch played a starring role as Orlando Pirates thrashed Maritzburg United 4-1 to keep their CAF Champions League hopes alive.

Orlando Pirates star Thembinkosi Lorch grabbed his first DStv Premiership goal of the season and you can watch it below!

“We disappointed Malawians and people all over the world. If you don’t put the ball in the back of the net, you can lose. “Honestly, Orlando Pirates disappointed our fans at home.

A fine season with Cape Town City must surely have made Eric Tinkler a front-runner for the Kaizer Chiefs job?

He’s shown he has the stature to handle the egos and challenges and with six years passed since Tinkler left Bucs, the 51-year-old has added a whole lot of experience. The problem for Chiefs is, neither Cape Town City's management nor their supporters will want Tinkler to leave. The Citizens are at the very least guaranteed third-place and will play in Africa next season.

Orlando Pirates continue with their push to finish the season in the Premier Soccer League top-two when they clash against Maritzburg United at Orlando Stadium ...

But he remains favourite to start on the left side of midfield and he hopes to score hs first goal since his brace in the 3-2 win over SuperSport United in March. Lorch was hero-turned-villain in the last game against RS Berkane after his equaliser sent Pirates to a penalty shootout where he missed his spot-kick. If he starts on Tuesday, it will be his fourth time to be in the line-up in the league and a seventh appearance. He was yellow-carded when Pirates dew 0-0 with Maritzburg in the reverse fixture last October and now he would want to be highly disciplined as the Buccaneers cannot afford to lose him in the upcoming matches. The defender was reverted back to the right-back position in the last match against RS Berkane after a few games playing in midfield. Orlando Pirates continue with their push to finish the season in the Premier Soccer League top-two when they clash against Maritzburg United at Orlando Stadium on Tuesday.

Thembinkosi Lorch (right) of Orlando Pirates celebrates a goal with teammates Ben Motswhwari (left) and Kwame Peprah in the DStv Premiership match against ...

Bucs’ relentless attack spearheaded by Lorch's running provided the second as his low cross found Peprah to place a classy finish form the edge of the box. After missing a penalty that cost the Bucs their only chance to win silverware this season in the Confederation Cup against RS Berkane on Friday, Lorch played like a someone who had a point to prove. The first goal was finally scored by Lorch after 21 minutes from a long pass forward by Hotto. Maritzburg only have themselves to blame for the strike as they tried to set up an offside trap for Lorch but failed.

Orlando Pirates will begin their chase to finish second on the DStv Premiership log when they host Maritzburg United at the Orlando Stadium on Tuesday 24 ...

The Soweto has won eight of their 15 home league matches against their Pietermaritzburg counterparts, suffering two defeats in the process. The Buccaneers have claimed 24 points from 14 home matches this season, with their last result as hosts a 0-0 draw with Chippa United in late April. Pirates have gone three league matches without a win – and suffered their fifth defeat of the league season – when they were beaten 1-0 at TS Galaxy on May 2.

Orlando Pirates coach Ncikazi wary of in-form of Maritzburg United, but believes his team can get three points.

Let’s look forward, we can only get three points on Tuesday, proceed and finish the season by winning the three games,” said the Pirates mentor. “We have Maritzburg United on Tuesday, who have won their past two games and they are very motivated, not an easy game. “We have to be ready, another opportunity to get three points, let’s fight for the three points.

Don't let Amakhosi fans see this article. Orlando Pirates' recent CAF Confederation Cup run has placed the Buccaneers among Africa's elite, where Mamelodi ...

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Contract Revealed For Next Pirates Signing? May 25, 2022 - 10:54 am. By Tshepang Mailwane. Orlando Pirates are believed to have offered ...

The Siya crew has reported over the last few weeks that Pirates are leading the race to sign the Chippa United striker and it appears that the deal has gone over the line. Nga, who has also been a target of Kaizer Chiefs and AmaZulu over the last few weeks, is ready to take the next big challenge in his career, a source confirmed to Soccer Laduma.

Legendary Orlando Pirates defender Lucky Lekgwathi has expressed his disappointment at how Happy Jele has led the Soweto giants.

If he leaves his shy nature, he'll be a good captain." "Happy is shy, even if something happens on the ground, he doesn't talk. "There were people who led Pirates and won things, call them and ask for advice.

Oh no. This former Orlando Pirates midfielder has remembered his self-destructive days with Bennett Chenene in Alexandra.

“We would drive to Pretoria. If not Pretoria, there was someone at UJ [University of Johannesburg]. “We would enjoy Play Station, I was addicted to it but Chenene was not into it,” the former Orlando Pirates player said. “It would be three bottles [spirits], savannahs and other things to put in the fridge for the fun times to begin,” he added.

Former Orlando Pirates captain Lucky Lekgwathi is disappointed the current skipper Happy Jele failed to pick up the phone and seek some counsel on how his ...

Lekgwathi questioned Jele's introverted character on the pitch, bringing an answer as to why Pirates lacked leadership in winnable games. You mustn't be shy to ask for advice," said Lekgwathi. "When I was the captain I used to call [former captain] Edward Motale. We are both from Tshwane, so it was easy for me to ask advice from him. Lekgwathi can say he managed to swim and do well when he was thrown into the deep end.

Marumo Gallants' Ivorian striker Sede Junior Dion is reportedly on the wanted list of a number of PSL clubs.

Marumo Gallants’ Ivorian striker Sede Junior Dion is reportedly on the wanted list of a number of PSL clubs. Marumo Gallants’ Ivorian striker Sede Junior Dion is reportedly on the wanted list of a number of PSL clubs. Marumo Gallants’ Ivorian striker Sede Junior Dion is reportedly on the wanted list of a number of PSL clubs.

Orlando Pirates picked up all three points from their DStv Premiership game against a Maritzburg United outfit that seemed to have started their holiday ...

And that nearly paid off as hit the upright after finding a pocket of space outside the box. If they indeed play continental football, Pirates will have players such as Lorch to thank. Samu pulled one back for the visitors, but Lorch was not done as he continued to crack the whip on Maritzburg with his third assist of the night as he sent free Kabelo Dlamini who picked his spot and slotted home.

Orlando Pirates shift their attention to bouncing back in the DStv Premiership when they host Maritzburg United on Tuesday evening at Orlando Stadium.

The sides could not be separated in the reverse fixture after playing to a goalless draw, as Pirates remained unbeaten against Maritzburg since 2016. The Buccaneers' last encounter in the league was a 1-0 defeat to TS Galaxy almost a month ago and they have since dropped down to seventh on the log, nine points behind second-placed Cape Town City. Pirates are still smarting from their CAF Confederation Cup final defeat against RSB Berkane on penalties last Friday, but they have a chance getting back to the continent as they play the first of their three games in hand. The Team of Choice, meanwhile, will be playing their final game of the season without pressure after sealing their top-flight status with a 1-0 win over Baroka, who were relegated as a result over the weekend. However, the Soweto giants' league form has been patchy over the last couple months, as they have not scored from their last three outings. Orlando Pirates shift their attention to bouncing back in the DStv Premiership when they host Maritzburg United on Tuesday evening at Orlando Stadium.

Orlando Pirates kept up their pursuit for CAF Champions League qualification with a 4-1 victory over Maritzburg United at the Orlando Stadium on Tuesday.

Pirates now face a crucial fixture away to Royal AM on Friday before finishing their campaign against SuperSport United the following Monday. Maritzburg had little but pride to play for in their final match of the season, as they had already secured their league status with a win against Baroka on Saturday. Pirates came into the contest following the heartbreak of losing the CAF Confederation Cup final on penalties against RBS Berkane in Nigeria on Friday.

Thembinkosi Lorch showed glimpses of his scintillating best in Orlando Pirates' 4-1 win over Maritzburg United at the Orlando Stadium.

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Soweto giants Orlando Pirates may have discovered the best way to achieve success - make sure Thembinkosi Lorch scores!

Soweto giants Orlando Pirates may have discovered the best way to achieve success – make sure Thembinkosi Lorch scores! Soweto giants Orlando Pirates may have discovered the best way to achieve success – make sure Thembinkosi Lorch scores! Soweto giants Orlando Pirates may have discovered the best way to achieve success – make sure Thembinkosi Lorch scores!

Thembinkosi Lorch was cheerful following Orlando Pirates victory over Maritzburg United in the DStv Premiership tie at the Orlando Stadium last Tuesday.

But, their support is very important, like today (Tuesday), they pushed us even though it was difficult for us, but just kept on pushing,” he added. “What I would like to say to our fans is that they should continue supporting us and we will always keep on pushing. “It wasn’t an easy game, you can see our bodies were tired, but we kept on pushing.

Orlando Pirates are said to be facing stiff competition for a potential new striker target ahead of next season, according to reports.

“The number of clubs that are showing interest in Sede Junior Dion is growing as the player is likely to move from Marumo Gallants at the end of the season. It is believed that, should they pursue the player, however, they will face stiff competition from fellow DStv Premiership side. Eva Nga is now set to be the striker they have set their sights on, but if the latest proves to be true, he could form part of a new strike partnership at the buccaneers should the club’s transfer plans come to fruition.