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The South African
a day ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates news: Ndah, Mofokeng, Saleng, Zindoga
Orlando Pirates inundated with key injuries last campaign, look set to be reunited with Nigerian international Olisa Ndah. The highly-rated centre-back has been out since last September after sustaining a tibia fracture. Meanwhile, the arrival of Abdeslam Ouaddou has sparked rumours between the Buccaneers and Marumo Gallants striker Junior Zindoga. According to insiders, the Moroccan manager is keen to lure his former attacker. Serious question marks are lingering over the futures of Relebohile Mofokeng and Monnapule Saleng, who are both being linked with moves away. The latter hasn't featured since December 7 following salary demands Orlando Pirates deemed unjust. A four-month hiatus then ensued. No clubs have shown interest this offseason, but many believe he will move this winter. Meanwhile, Mofokeng has several clubs – FC Cincinnati, Al Ahly and Zamalek – vying for his services. However, his father, Sechaba, believes Europe is the ultimate destination. 'My biggest wish is to see Rele overseas in 2025/2026. I'm praying every day. I don't want to see him in the Betway Premiership again this season. I know God will answer my prayers,' Sechaba said '[Whether it's in] Spain, England, Netherlands, France, Denmark, Switzerland — Rele can play. I believe that with all my heart. Take him to Barcelona? He can play. PSG? He can play. Any country. I'll be happy — but not Saudi Arabia,' he added. 'Not yet. He's still young. He needs to compete in UEFA competitions. If he goes to Saudi now, he won't experience that. Yes, he'd be rich — but happiness is more important. You can have all the money in the world, but if you're not happy, it's worthless.' Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
4 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates news: Ouaddou contract details, Mofokeng leaving
After weeks of speculation, Orlando Pirates have named Jose Riveiro's successor Abdeslam Ouaddou. The former Marumo Gallants manager has some big shoes to fill. Following years of despair, the Buccaneers returned to their trophy-winning selves, lifting five domestic cups over three illustrious years under Riveiro's command, who now finds himself at Ah Ahly. According to reports, Orlando Pirates have penned a two-year deal with Ouaddou, keeping him at the club until June 2027 – if all goes to plan. Orlando Pirates winger Relebohile Mofokeng. Image: BackpagePix Alarm bells are ringing around Soweto as several clubs show interest in 20-year-old phenom Relebohile Mofokeng. MLS side FC Cincinnati are the latest to be linked with the Bafana Bafana star. Egyptian giants Ah Ahly and Zamalek are reportedly also in the race. Fuelling further speculation of last season being his last with Orlando Pirates' is the players father, Sechaba, who said, 'My biggest wish is to see Rele overseas in 2025/2026. I'm praying every day. I don't want to see him in the Betway Premiership again this season. I know God will answer my prayers,' Sechaba, Mofokeng's father, said '[Whether it's in] Spain, England, Netherlands, France, Denmark, Switzerland — Rele can play. I believe that with all my heart. Take him to Barcelona? He can play. PSG? He can play. Any country. I'll be happy — but not Saudi Arabia,' he added. 'Not yet. He's still young. He needs to compete in UEFA competitions. If he goes to Saudi now, he won't experience that. Yes, he'd be rich — but happiness is more important. You can have all the money in the world, but if you're not happy, it's worthless.' Orlando Pirates are yet to comment on Mofokeng's future. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
21-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates slap price tag on Mofokeng as North Africa lingers!
Orlando Pirates will surely be feeling several clubs breathing down their neck for the services of starboy Relebohile Mofokeng. That's perhaps why they have finally named their price – around R31.2 million – for the 20-year-old sensation, a whopping R5.5 million more than the bid from Zamalek FC they rejected during the summer window. 'Orlando Pirates [are] demanding about 1.5 million euros (approx. R31.2 million) for the 20-year-old talent, as well as a percentage of any future sale,' SoccerLaduma confirmed. From North Africa to Europe, Orlando Pirates have presumably been inundated with Mofokeng-enquiries. The likes of Ah Alhy, Maccabi Haifa, Barcelona FC and Glasgow Rangers have been linked with the winger. Fueling further speculation off an offseason exit is the player's father, Sechaba, who believes now is the perfect time to flock South Africa and integrate with game's biggest leagues. 'My biggest wish is to see Rele overseas in 2025/2026. I'm praying every day. I don't want to see him in the Betway Premiership again this season. I know God will answer my prayers,' Sechaba said. [Whether it's in] Spain, England, Netherlands, France, Denmark, Switzerland — Rele can play. I believe that with all my heart. Take him to Barcelona? He can play. PSG? He can play. Any country. I'll be happy — but not Saudi Arabia.' 'Not yet. He's still young. He needs to compete in UEFA competitions. If he goes to Saudi now, he won't experience that. Yes, he'd be rich — but happiness is more important. You can have all the money in the world, but if you're not happy, it's worthless.' Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
20-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates get Mofokeng warning from father
Orlando Pirates starlet Relebohile Mofokeng has several suitors vying for his services, but does that mean he will actually leave? Early offseason signs point towards an exit, speculation most recently fuelled by the 20-year-old's father, Sechaba. 'My biggest wish is to see Rele overseas in 2025/2026. I'm praying every day. I don't want to see him in the Betway Premiership again this season. I know God will answer my prayers,' Sechaba said. [Whether it's in] Spain, England, Netherlands, France, Denmark, Switzerland — Rele can play. I believe that with all my heart. Take him to Barcelona? He can play. PSG? He can play. Any country. I'll be happy — but not Saudi Arabia.' 'Not yet. He's still young. He needs to compete in UEFA competitions. If he goes to Saudi now, he won't experience that. Yes, he'd be rich — but happiness is more important. You can have all the money in the world, but if you're not happy, it's worthless.' Orlando Pirates rejected a R25.8 million bid from Zamalek earlier this year, an offer that is likely to be the first of many from North African and beyond Mofokeng's father isn't the only influential individual who see's big things from the Soweto baller. Earlier in the season Bafana Bafana boos Hugo Broos predicted the 2024/25 season to be his last in South Africa. 'I see all the things around, Barcelona and Rangers and… I'm a little bit afraid. I just hope that the people around make the choice of the best sportive solution and not the best financial solution.' 'Okay, I think his parents want the best for him, that's for sure. But there is another guy who wants to win a lot of money also, but that's the problem. But ok, let's hope, maybe I talked too soon about that.' 'We'll see. I think in June, Rele will not be a player of Orlando Pirates anymore, but a good choice is very important.' Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
20-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates news: Mofokeng's father and new coach update
Talk about a present dad. The father of Orlando Pirates superstar Relebohile Mofokeng, Sechaba, has shared his burning desire to see his son leave the Betway Premiership. Expectations are high. Orlando Pirates and Betway Premiership superstar Relebohile Mofokeng has shown enough potential to move to Europe. According to his father, Sechaba, the 20-year-old Sharpville winger should not wear the Orlando Pirates tracksuit next season. Kaizer Chiefs news: West African keeper and Mbule Orlando Pirates star, Relebohile Mofokeng, and his father, Sechaba Mofokeng, shoot an ad for Adidas. Image: @soccerladuma/X 'My biggest wish is to see Rele overseas in 2025/2026,' the player's father, Sechaba, told Soccer Laduma . 'I'm praying every day. I don't want to see him in the Betway Premiership again this season. I know God will answer my prayers…Full story here. Kaizer Chiefs transfer update on Sipho Mbule It's nearly the end of June. Betway Premiership powerhouse Orlando Pirates have yet to confirm coach Jose Riveiro's replacement. Meanwhile, the clock is ticking towards the start of pre-season training. The legendary Spaniard Jose Riveiro, who won three MTN8 titles and two Nedbank Cup trophies in three seasons, left to join African giants Al Ahly. According to local reports, Rulani Mokwena and Pablo Franco Martin are some of the candidates leading the race…Full story here. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
