We have to keep believing, says Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou after Sekhukhune defeat
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says his side wasn't decisive enough in their 1-0 Betway Premiership opening day defeat to Sekhukhune United.
Orlando Pirates drawn to face Lioli FC in CAF Champions League
The Buccaneers secured their place in this season's continental competition with a second-placed Betway Premiership finish last term.
They have competed in the competition for a number of consecutive campaigns, and last season made it to the semi finals where they lost to eventual winners Pyramids FC.
Lioli, meanwhile, have won the Lesotho Premier League for the past seven years.
Mamelodi Sundowns, who secured their eighth successive top-flight title in the 2024/25 campaign, have a bye for the first round. They lost to Pyramids in the Champions League final.
Miguel Cardoso's side will either face Nigeria's Remo Stars or the Comoros side US Zilimadjou in the second preliminary round.
Sekhukhune hold firm to shock Orlando Pirates in Betway Premiership opener
Sekhukhune claimed a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Orlando Pirates in their Betway Premiership opener at Orlando Stadium on Saturday, delivering a setback to new Buccaneers coach Abdeslam Ouaddou.
Kamogelo Sebelele living his boyhood dream at Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates' new signing Kamogelo Sebelele has revealed that joining the Buccaneers was a dream come true, having supported the club since childhood.
Betway Premiership: Pirates to unleash new firepower against Sekhukhune in league opener
The 2025/26 Betway Premiership season kicks off with a blockbuster clash as Orlando Pirates host Sekhukhune United at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on Saturday at 15h30.