BREAKING: Orlando Pirates part ways with top goalkeeper!

Orlando Pirates part ways with goalkeeper Melusi Buthelezi ahead of Spain pre-season tour

Orlando Pirates have announced the departure of goalkeeper Melusi Buthelezi, who kept 12 clean sheets in 22 games as backup to Sipho Chaine.

BREAKING: Orlando Pirates part ways with top goalkeeper!

Orlando Pirates have announced the departure of top goalkeeper Melusi Buthelezi after three seasons with the club. Buthelezi was Pirates’ second-choice goalkeeper with Sipho Chaine leading the pack under both Jose Riveiro and Abdeslam Ouaddou. Buthelezi, signed from TS Galaxy, arrived as a promising prospect after the stellar season he had with the Tim Sukazi’s team. However, Chaine proved too reliable for the Buccaneers, and he held on to the p…

Official: Pirates Make Buthelezi Decision

Orlando Pirates have parted ways with goalkeeper Melusi Buthelezi, 28, ahead of the 2026/27 season. In three seasons with the Buccaneers, Buthelezi kept 12 clean sheets in 22 outings for the club while conceding 14 in the process. ALSO READ: Pirates Inquire About CTC Sensation Pirates First Five 26/27 Betway Prem Fixtures Buthelezi joined the Buccaneers in 2023 from TS Galaxy after a string of fine performances caught the attention of the Pirat…