ZAKHELE-LEPASA

Orlando Pirates striker Zakhele Lepasa

Orlando Pirates coach issues update on Zakhele Lepasa following Bafana Bafana withdrawal

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro says it will be touch and go on whether striker Zakhele Lepasa is available for their Carling Knockout cup tie against Cape Town Spurs on Friday.

Bafana Bafana striker Zakhele Lepasa

Hugo Broos denies sinister reasoning behind Zakhele Lepasa’s withdrawal

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has vehemently denied there was a clash between himself and Orlando Pirates striker Zakhele Lepasa.

Monnapule Saleng and Zakhele Lepasa celebrates during the DStv Premiership match between Orlando Pirates and Royal AM at Orlando Stadium on August 08, 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Lucky Lekgwathi impressed with in-form Zakhele Lepasa

Former Bafana Bafana and Orlando Pirates captain Lucky Lekgwathi insists playing for the national team is what has improved Zakhele Lepasa’s game.

Zakhele Lepasa of Orlando Pirates celebrate after scoring a goal during the MTN8 semi final, 1st leg match between Stellenbosch FC and Orlando Pirates at Athlone Stadium on September 03, 2023

Jose Riveiro reflects on the decision to recall Zakhele Lepasa and managing a big squad

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro says it was a joint club decision to recall the runaway leading goal scorer so far in all competitions Zakhele Lepasa from his loan move at SuperSport United.

Zakhele Lepasa of Orlando Pirates during the DStv Premiership match between Orlando Pirates and Cape Town City FC at Orlando Stadium on August 29, 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Jose Riveiro encourages enough supply for his forwards like Zakhele Lepasa

Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana international striker Zakhele Lepasa is a man on form and his coach Jose Riveiro says part of their offensive line objectives is to supply their forwards with adequate scoring chances.

Monnapule Saleng and Zakhele Lepasa celebrates during the DStv Premiership match between Orlando Pirates and Royal AM at Orlando Stadium on August 08, 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Jose Riveiro appeals to Orlando Pirates fans to judge Zakhele Lepasa fairly

Zakhele Lepasa’s role at Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana is more than just about scoring goals as a striker, but also helping in all other areas where he’s needed.