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Yanela Mbuthuma in action for Bafana Bafana

Majoro weighs in on Mbuthuma’s form turnaround and Bafana display

Former Orlando Pirates striker Lehlohonolo Majoro has weighed in on how Yanela Mbuthuma managed to overcome the early-season scrutiny to rediscover his best…
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Yanela Mbuthuma in action for Orlando Pirates

Ouaddou lauds Mosimane for ‘big answer’ to Mbuthuma doubters with Bafana call-up

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has saluted Pitso Mosimane for validating his belief in Yanela Mbuthuma by calling up the striker to the Bafana…
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Orlando Pirates striker Yanela Mbuthuma walking

Three Yanela Mbuthuma qualities that caught Pitso Mosimane’s eye

Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane has revealed the three qualities that convinced him to call Orlando Pirates striker Yanela Mbuthuma up to the…
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Orlando Pirates duo of Yanela Mbuthuma and Boitumelo Radiopane in celebratory mood

Majoro explains why Mbuthuma and Radiopane’s rotation works for Pirates

Ex-Orlando Pirates striker Lehlohonolo Majoro has weighed in on the striking options at the Soweto giants, explaining why the tactical rotation between…
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Sifiso Luthuli at training with Orlando Pirates

Ouaddou pinpoints what Sifiso Luthuli needs to earn a spot at Orlando Pirates

Abdeslam Ouaddou has pinpointed what Sifiso Luthuli needs to do to force his way into the Orlando Pirates starting line-up, revealing the key factor holding…
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Yanela Mbuthuma during Orlando Pirates' warm-up session

Lehlohonolo Majoro explains why Yanela Mbuthuma is key for Pirates

Ex-Orlando Pirates frontman Lehlohonolo Majoro has explained why Yanela Mbuthuma remains a key player in the Buccaneers' setup despite the recent backlash…
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Boitumelo Radiopane of Orlando Pirates celebrates

Abdeslam Ouaddou reveals why he’s tipping Boitumelo Radiopane for success at Pirates

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou believes Boitumelo Radiopane possesses "all the qualities to be successful" after the Buccaneers striker…
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Orlando Pirates winger Oswin Appollis tries to wheel away from Sekhukhune United defender Nyiko Mobbie during an MTN8 tie

Five talking points as Orlando Pirates edge Sekhukhune United in MTN8 tie

Orlando Pirates remain on course for a record-extending fifth straight MTN8 title after beating Sekhukhune United 1-0 in a semi-final, first-leg clash at the…
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Gamphani Lungu celebrating after scoring for Orlando Pirates

Lungu dives into the competition between Orlando Pirates wingers and strikers

Orlando Pirates winger Gamphani Lungu has lifted the lid on the intense battle for starting berths at Mayfair, revealing how healthy rivalry among the club's…
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Yanela Mbuthuma at Orlando Amstel Arena

‘I cannot kill talent’: Ouaddou stands by Mbuthuma amidst criticism

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has come out in strong defence of Yanela Mbuthuma, sending a clear message to supporters calling for the striker…
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Yanela Mbuthuma in action for Orlando Pirates against Milford FC.

Abdeslam Ouaddou praises Yanela Mbuthuma’s impact at Orlando Pirates

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has hailed the impact of Yanela Mbuthuma on the team, despite the striker recently coming under fire from…
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Orlando Pirates striker Yanela Mbuthuma trying to dribble past Gaston Sirino

Ouaddou frustrated by Orlando Pirates strikers, tells them to ‘wake up’ 

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has taken a swing at his strikers, expressing frustration over their lack of potency just two games into the new…
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