Orlando Pirates

Orlando Pirates release van Heerden and promise to unveil even more new players

Orlando Pirates have confirmed the departure of defender Marc van Heerden. His release is part of the club’s strategy to bolster and strengthen and enlarge its playing squad ahead of the CAF Champions League next season.

Trigger happy Orlando Pirates player Thamsanqa arrested for firing his gun

Orlando Pirates midfielder Thamsanqa Sangweni was arrested on Monday after randomly shooting off his firearm seven times in a public place. The soccer player spent a few hours in jail and was released on R1 000 bail.

Mom to Bheki Cele: Please put Orlando Pirates player in jail

An Orlando Pirates striker, whose name is being withheld by the police, stands accused of sexually violating a young girl. He allegedly forced himself onto the girl during a family lunch held at the house of the girl's grandmother

Orlando Pirates only sign players with a spiritual connection to the club

Pirates assistant coach Rhulani Mokwena has revealed certain key aspects of the glamour club’s recruitment policy. Mokwena said an important part of signing new players was ensuring they would fit into the culture of the club.

Mokwena says he is quite at home at Pirates

Rulani Mokwena has shrugged off rumours that other clubs are showing an interest in him. He has said he is more than happy at Orlando Pirates and that he is looking forward to a long and happy future with the club.

Pirates interested in Ndlovu, AmaZulu want Josephs at any cost and Bidvest could dump 16 players

We bring you the latest transfer news from the local soccer scene. Bidvest Wits are clearing out their team, up to 16 players are thought to be on the chopping block, AmaZulu desperatly want Moneeb Josheps and Pirate want Ndlovu.

Soccer super star Justin Shonga: ‘I am still a police officer back home in Zambia’

Zambian international and Orlando Pirates striker Justin Shonga says he remains a police officer back in his home country aside from being a professional soccer player here in South Africa, but says it is extremely challenging.

Separating men from boys: Which are South Africa's most successful football clubs?

South Africa's football clubs have legions of fans as well as long and rich histories dating back decades. Briefly.co.za compiles a list of five of the most successful clubs in terms of trophies won. Check the list out here.

Orlando Pirates Issa Sarr's wife arrested for fraud

It is alleged that Felicia Kotze, she also goes by Felicia Sarr, spend the night behind bars after being implicated in an attempt to defraud the bank where she works out of R200 000. She spent last Thursday night in jail.

Haawu shame: Watch as Chiefs fan cries like a baby during Soweto derby

The Soweto derby soccer game between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates is one of the biggest matches of the PSL year. The match attracts passionate and loyal fans from both clubs who provide a dramatic backdrop for the game.

Juju celebrates 37th birthday with 75 000 Orlando Pirates fans

EFF leader Julius 'Juju' Malema celebrated his 37th birthday in style on Saturday. Juju a well-known Orlando Pirates fan attended the match between Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs and celebrated with a crowd of 75 000 people.

Orlando Pirates fans are livid at Bernard Morrison for kissing his teammates

Orlando Pirate's fans are upset with Bernard Morrison for kissing his teammates in videos which were posted to social media by the club. The videos were part of a marketing campaign aimed at increasing the clubs online presence.