Orlando Pirates played to a goalless draw against Madagascar champions Disciples FC in Madagascar in the CAF Champions League preliminary round first-leg on Sunday afternoon.
The good news for Orlando Pirates, as they head to their opening preliminary round, first-leg fixture against Malagasy’s Disciples in Saint Pierre, Mauritius, tomorrow, is that the opponent will not be a closed book to them.
As Orlando Pirates begin their CAF Champions League campaign this weekend, goalkeeper Sipho Chaine has stressed the need to once again become regular features among the continent’s best.
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro believes that they have signed a gem in Stellenbosch FC’s former captain, Deano Van Rooyen, and says he comes to Bucs at the peak of his career.
SABC Sport can reveal that winger Azola Matrose is on the verge of rejoining Chippa United following two seasons at Orlando Pirates.
Orlando Pirates will start their 2024/2025 campaign in the CAF Champions League as they travel to Madagascar to face national champions Disciples in the first leg of the Preliminary stage.