Orlando pirates fc latest news
Orlando Pirates FC is a South African professional soccer club based in Johannesburg, Gauteng. Here are some of the latest news and updates about the team:
Recent Results:
- Orlando Pirates lost 2-1 to Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 quarterfinals on August 14, 2022.
- The team drew 1-1 with Kaizer Chiefs in the DStv Premiership on August 21, 2022.
- Orlando Pirates defeated Sekhukhune United 2-0 in the DStv Premiership on August 28, 2022.
Transfers:
- Orlando Pirates signed midfielder Thembinkosi Lorch from Mamelodi Sundowns on August 10, 2022.
- The team signed defender Nkosinathi Sibisi from AmaZulu FC on August 17, 2022.
- Orlando Pirates signed striker Evidence Makgopa from Baroka FC on August 24, 2022.
Injuries:
- Orlando Pirates midfielder Thembinkosi Lorch is expected to miss several weeks due to a hamstring injury.
- Defender Nkosinathi Sibisi is also out with a knee injury.
Coaching Staff:
- Orlando Pirates head coach Josef Zinnbauer has been under pressure due to the team's poor form in recent matches.
- Assistant coach Fadlu Davids has been acting as the head coach in Zinnbauer's absence.
League Standings:
- Orlando Pirates are currently 7th on the DStv Premiership log with 14 points from 8 matches.
Cup Competitions:
- Orlando Pirates are still in the MTN8 competition, where they will face Golden Arrows in the semifinals.
- The team is also participating in the Nedbank Cup, where they will face TS Galaxy in the round of 32.
Other News:
- Orlando Pirates have been involved in a controversy surrounding the team's finances, with reports suggesting that the club is struggling to pay its players and staff on time.
- The team has also been criticized for its poor performance in recent matches, with fans calling for the head coach to be sacked.
Please note that the information provided is subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest news and updates, I recommend checking reputable sources such as the Orlando Pirates official website, social media accounts, or sports news websites.