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Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso

Miguel Cardoso: Mamelodi Sundowns won’t play for a draw

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says they will not be playing for a draw when they face AS FAR in their final CAF Champions League Group B clash at Loftus Versfeld Stadium this evening.

Orlando Pirates v Al Ahly

Orlando Pirates secure top spot in CAF Champions League group

Orlando Pirates made sure of top spot in their CAF Championship League group after a late winner from substitute Tshegofatso Mabasa gave them a 2-1 victory against Al Ahly in Cairo.

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro

Jose Riveiro: Orlando Pirates will be active in transfer window

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro says they won’t miss the opportunity to strengthen their squad following their progression to the CAF Champions League quarter-finals.

Thalente Mbatha of Orlando Pirates during the CAF Champions League match between Orlando Pirates and CR Belouizdad at Orlando Stadium on January 12, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

The inspiration behind Thalente Mbatha’s long-range strike

Bafana Bafana and Orlando Pirates midfielder Thalente Mbatha says his trademark long-range strikes result from a special shooting practice programme that he undergoes at training.

Jose Riveiro of Orlando Pirates during the CAF Champions League match between Orlando Pirates and CR Belouizdad at Orlando Stadium on January 12, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Jose Riveiro avoids the favourites tag, as Orlando Pirates reach CAFCL quarterfinals

A fulfilled Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro is not entertaining the favourite’s tag yet in the CAF Champions League after leading the Buccaneers to the quarterfinals in this competition for the first time in 12 years.

Orlando Pirates takes the field during the CAF Champions League match between Orlando Pirates and CR Belouizdad at Orlando Stadium on January 12, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Orlando Pirates claim top spot with Champions League win

Orlando Pirates secured top spot in Group C with a 2-0 CAF Champions League victory over CR Belouizdad on Sunday.