Orlando Pirates striker Kermit Erasmus has hailed coach Jose Riveiro after the Spanish tactician guided the Buccaneers to their third successive cup final win on Saturday in just over a year since his appointment.
Orlando Pirates defender Olisa Ndah was sidelined for so long that reports he wanted to leave surfaced – but the Nigerian centreback says he was quietly working his way back like a true professional.
Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine has praised referee Abongile Tom for his handling of the MTN8 cup final against Mamelodi Sundowns at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban at the weekend.
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro credited the club’s goalkeeping department along with their MTN8 hero in shot stopper Sipho Chaine following their 3-1 win over Mamelodi Sundowns via penalties.
Orlando Pirates claimed their second consecutive MTN8 title by defeating Mamelodi Sundowns 3-1 in a penalty shootout at Durban's Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday.
Orlando Pirates defender Tapelo Xoki says their recent slump of four consecutive defeats is tough to swallow, but the club vice-captain is confident of turning the tide in this weekend’s MTN8 final against Mamelodi Sundowns.