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Deano van Rooyen

Deano van Rooyen

Thabang Matuludi being unveiled by Mamelodi Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns sign another right-back as Matuludi arrival is confirmed

Mamelodi Sundowns have further beefed up the right-back position with the acquisition of another Bafana Bafana star, Thabang Matuludi, from Polokwane City…
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Deano van Rooyen arriving at an Orlando Pirates training session

Cardoso issues Van Rooyen’s Sundowns progress update after shock Pirates departure

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has given an update on Deano van Rooyen’s readiness to make his debut for the Brazilians.  The 29-year-old was…
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Newly signed Mamelodi Sundowns right back Deano Van Rooyen

Miguel Cardoso lifts lid on Sundowns’ Deano Van Rooyen move

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has lifted the lid on the club's acquisition of former Orlando Pirates defender Deano Van Rooyen. Cardoso…
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Deano Van Rooyen at Mamelodi Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns announce Deano Van Rooyen signing

Mamelodi Sundowns have announced the signing of former Orlando Pirates right-back Deano Van Rooyen to beef up their defence for the 2026/27 season. Van…
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Deano Van Rooyen at Orlando Pirates training

Deano Van Rooyen bids farewell to Orlando Pirates

Former Orlando Pirates defender Deano Van Rooyen has bid an emotional farewell to the Buccaneers following his surprise departure a few days ago. Van Rooyen…
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Deano van Rooyen in Orlando Pirates colours

Abdeslam Ouaddou opens up Deano van Rooyen’s exit

Orlando Pirates mentor Abdeslam Ouaddou has opened up on Deano van Rooyen's shock departure following the official confirmation of his exit from the Soweto…
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Deano van Rooyen arriving at training with Orlando Pirates

Orlando Pirates confirm surprise Deano van Rooyen exit

Orlando Pirates have officially parted ways with defender Deano van Rooyen, confirming his sudden departure from the Soweto giants by mutual consent…
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Orlando Pirates on duty at Orlando Stadium

Pirates issue injury update on Mofokeng, van Rooyen, & Xoki

Orlando Pirates have issued an injury update on highly-rated winger Relebohile Mofokeng, right-back Deano van Rooyen, and experienced centre-back Tapelo…
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Olisa Ndah at Orlando Pirates

Latest injury update on Ndah, Van Rooyen, and Sibisi

Orlando Pirates have provided an injury update on Olisa Ndah, Deano Van Rooyen and Nkosinathi Sibisi. The Buccaneers, who booked an MTN8 final place on…
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Abdeslam Ouaddou at Orlando Pirates

‘He will not be available’: Ouaddou confirms defensive setback

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou confirmed an injury blow to one of his defenders, revealing that 'he will not be available' for the Mamelodi…
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Orlando Pirates defender Nkosinathi Sibisi in Bafana Bafana colours

Deano Van Rooyen highlights Sibisi’s key leadership traits

Orlando Pirates defender Deano van Rooyen has praised Nkosinathi Sibisi, highlighting the key leadership traits that make him a formidable presence on the…
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Deano Van Rooyen at Orlando Pirates

‘They say players don’t survive here’ – Deano van Rooyen

Orlando Pirates defender Deano van Rooyen has discussed his big move to the club, revealing that he was warned that players don't survive in Gauteng. Van…
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