Mtn8: Orlando Pirates v Polokwane City

Pirates through to MTN8 semis after beating Polokwane City

Abdeslam Ouaddou's reign at Orlando Pirates could not have started on a better note with the Moroccan-born coach seemingly on course to do what his predecessor Jose Riveiro did in the MTN8 in the past three seasons.

Orlando Pirates secure MTN8 semi-final spot with 2-0 victory over Polokwane City

Orlando Pirates crush Polokwane to secure MTN8 semi-final spot

Orlando Pirates kicked off the 2025/2026 season in style by cruising to a 2-0 victory over Polokwane City in the MTN8 quarter-finals at a buzzing Orlando Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Abdeslam Ouaddou, leading the Buccaneers for the first time, made bold choices with his starting line-up, fielding Bandile Shandu at right-back, Boitumelo Radiopane in attack, and handing three new signings their debuts in midfield. Sihle Nduli, Sipho Mbule, and O…

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou praises Abdoulaye Mariko’s debut performance after MTN8 win in Johannesburg - TDPel Media

There’s a fresh buzz around the Orlando Pirates camp this season—and much of it is centered on a young forward from Mali who’s already turning heads. Abdoulaye Mariko, just 22 years old, stepped onto the South African football scene with a lively debut that has fans eager to see more. Mariko came off the bench during the Buccaneers’ 2-0 victory over Polokwane City in the MTN8 opener, delivering an energetic performance that sparked cheers and ra…

MTN8 Quarter-Final: Orlando Pirates cruise past Polokwane City

Orlando Pirates began their MTN8 title defense in style, defeating Polokwane City 2-0 in a quarter-final clash at Orlando Stadium. The Buccaneers’ victory, which showcased a mix of new talent and established stars, sees them advance to the semi-finals of the season’s first knockout tournament. The home side, under new head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou, came out with high intensity, dominating possession and creating early scoring opportunities. The pr…