How Much Orlando Pirates Banked for Winning the Betway Premiership Ahead of Mamelodi Sundowns
- Orlando Pirates would not be ending the season with only the Betway Premiership title, rather, there's a financial reward attached to it
- The Soweto giants ended Mamelodi Sundowns' dominance of winning the last eight Premier Soccer League titles this year
- The Sea Robbers players are also expected to get huge financial rewards for the part they played in winning the title
Orlando Pirates have finally brought an end to their 14-year drought without a Betway Premiership title. The Soweto-based club wrapped up the 2025/26 league season with the title after defeating Orbit College 2-0 on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
The result also confirmed Orbit College’s relegation from the top flight, with Kruger United set to take their place next season. The Soweto-based outfit will celebrate more than just league glory and local bragging rights following their historic achievement.
It has been a remarkable season for the Sea Robbbers, as they started by winning the MTN8, then went further to add the Carling Knockout Cup, and now the league title.
How much Pirates earn for winning league
According to reports, the champions of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership are expected to pocket R20 million in prize money. That huge amount of money now belongs to Orlando Pirates after dramatically clinching the league title ahead of Mamelodi Sundowns.
Heading into their final match of the campaign, the Buccaneers knew only a victory would guarantee them the championship.
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They rose to the occasion and ended a wait stretching back to the 2011/12 season by finally returning the Betway Premiership trophy to Mayfair.
Pirates players shine in success league season
Several Orlando Pirates players were instrumental in the club’s successful campaign and are expected to dominate the Premier Soccer League award ceremony later this year.
Relebohile Mofokeng and Oswin Appollis have both strengthened their cases for the PSL Player of the Season accolade after delivering impressive performances throughout the year for the Bucs.
In attack, Evidence Makgopa, Tshepang Moremi, Patrick Maswanganyi and Kamogelo Sebelebele consistently troubled opposition defences with their creativity, speed and finishing ability.
Thalente Mbatha played a key role in controlling the midfield, while captain Nkosinathi Sibisi marshalled the defence with leadership and composure.
Goalkeeper Sipho Chaine also enjoyed an outstanding campaign, registering an incredible 21 clean sheets in 30 Betway Premiership matches to underline his status as one of the division’s elite shot-stoppers.
Abdeslam Ouaddou is not left out as he would be expected to win the coach of the season award after finishing the season with four titles.
More uncertainty over Broos’ future at Bafana
Briefly News recently reported that Hugo Broos may still have to formally reapply if he wants to continue as Bafana Bafana coach beyond the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The South African Football Association (SAFA) confirmed that a recruitment process for a new coach is expected to begin soon, although the door has not been closed on Broos remaining in charge.
SAFA technical committee chairperson Jack Maluleke reportedly said the Belgian mentor would have to “make the presentation” if he wants to continue.
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