Soweto Derby: Riveiro Reacts After Equalling Baxter's Record Against Kaizer Chiefs

• Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has commented on making history in the Soweto Debry by equalling Stuart Baxter's record in the Buccaneers' win over Kaizer Chiefs
• The Spanish coach also made a record of becoming the first tactician to secure a back to back season double against the Glamour Boys in the Premier Soccer League era
• The Sea Robbers mentor can still set a new record before leaving the Betway Premiership giants at the end of this season

Orlando Pirates manager Jose Riveiro has expressed his joy after equalling Stuart Baxter’s record in the Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs in the Betway Premiership this weekend.

The Spanish coach led the Sea Robbers to a 2-1 victory over the Glamour Boys, despite the home side taking the lead through Glody Lilepo.

This win marked Riveiro’s fifth victory in the Soweto Derby, bringing him level with Baxter on the list of coaches with the most wins in the historic fixture.

Riveiro, who has confirmed that he will leave the Buccaneers at the end of the season when his contract expires, has cemented his place in derby history by becoming the first manager to win five games in a row against Amakhosi in the Premier Soccer League era.

In addition, the former Celta Vigo youth team coach has also become the first coach in PSL history to complete a league double over Kaizer Chiefs for two consecutive seasons.

The Spaniard has enjoyed dominance in the Soweto Derby since joining Orlando Pirates and could set more records if he secures another win against Nasreddine Nabi’s side in the Nedbank Cup final on Saturday.

Riveiro Reflects on Record After Chiefs Victory

According to FARPost, Riveiro is already focused on the upcoming Nedbank Cup final against Kaizer Chiefs but took a moment to acknowledge his derby milestone.

“That’s good [to win five games in a row in the Soweto Derby], definitely,” he said. “But there is still one more to play, and hopefully, we win it.

"So now the target is not about my record, obviously. Actually, I think it’s about the team.

“I remember three years ago, after my first derby here [at FNB Stadium], the first question from my left was something like, ‘Congratulations, you are the first Spanish coach to lose a game at FNB,’ and now we’re sitting here with five victories. So, I’m happy with the performance of the players.”

Riveiro's last match against Kaizer Chiefs before leaving Pirates would be in the Nedbank Cup final, which would also serve as the last final he would be coaching the Bucs.

The Spaniard will hope to end his tenure at the club with a title and also a record in the Soweto Derby.

Pirates legend discusses potential replacement for Riveiro

Briefly News also reported that a Pirates legend has addressed the potential candidate to replace Riveiro as the Bucs new manager next season.

Two former Mamelodi Sundowns managers, Pitso Mosimane and Rulani Mokwena, are currently being linked with the job.

Source: Briefly News