Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro says winning the next final against arch-rivals Kaizer Chiefs matters more than the two previous finals as they remain on course to win a record third Nedbank Cup title in a row.
Orlando Pirates edged Marumo Gallants 1-0 in a Nedbank Cup semifinal clash on Sunday afternoon, booking their place in the final for the third consecutive season and keeping their hopes alive of defending the coveted trophy once again.
Ellis Park disaster survivor Jude van Wyk has reflected on that ill-fated Soweto Derby on 11 April 2001 – a day that remains etched in the memories of many football fans in South Africa.
Marumo Gallants coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says they are not intimidated by the small team tag, heading into this weekend's Nedbank Cup semi-final clash against Orlando Pirates.
Orlando Pirates clocked match number 45 earlier this week when they played a goalless draw against MC Alger to advance to the CAF Champions League semi-final on a 1-0 aggregate score.
Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro refused to allow himself to fully express his emotions after leading the club one step closer to what could be a historic continental title.