Orlando Pirates news: Shandu, Mabasa, Ndah, Dlamini
Orlando Pirates have struggled for goals in their past two matches with some supporters asking for Tshegofatso Mabasa’s return.
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HUGE double boost for Orlando Pirates, double blow for Chiefs
Latest injury news.
Chiefs vs Pirates: Soweto Derby starting XIs revealed?
How would you line up your side?
Orlando Pirates welcome the return of two Bafana stars ahead of Soweto Derby
Orlando Pirates come into the Soweto Derby having beaten Kaizer Chiefs four consecutive times in the Betway Premiership.
Soweto derby edges closer: WHO is going to win?
Kaizer Chiefs will lock horns with arch-rivals Orlando Pirates in a sold-out clash at the iconic FNB Stadium on Saturday, 28 February.
Soweto derby: Everything fans need to know ahead of kick-off
The highly anticipated Soweto derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates takes place on Saturday, 28 February at FNB Stadium.
Golfer falls down lift shaft, out of South African Open
Italy’s Andrea Pavan has withdrawn from the DP World Tour’s SA Open after sustaining injuries in a freak accident ahead of the tournament.
‘My helmet saved my life’ – Zoe Backstedt
Welsh cyclist Zoe Backstedt is preaching the importance of wearing a helmet after a scary training crash.
Orlando Pirates news: Mofokeng has a new role
News roundup ahead of the Derby.
Ex-England prop: Eben Etzebeth is a ‘fake tough guy’
An outspoken former England international has suggested that Springbok enforcer Eben Etzebeth is more bark than bite.
Williams exits Welsh Open as Higgins and Robertson progress
Two-time champion Mark Williams is out of the Welsh Open, while John Higgins and Neil Robertson progress to the quarter-finals.
‘Special feeling’ as Rock hits Belfast nine-darter
Northern Ireland’s Josh Rock says it was a “special” feeling to hit his first Premier League nine-darter at Belfast’s SSE Arena on Thursday.
Nine-try Wigan hammer Leigh to keep up strong start
Wigan Warriors run in nine tries to hammer local rivals Leigh and continue their impressive start to the 2026 Super League season.
Klopp exit talk ‘nonsense’ – Friday’s gossip
Speculation around Jurgen Klopp’s role with Red Bull is dismissed, Chelsea remain in pole position to land Murillo, Wolves’ asking price for Mateus Mane puts off Liverpool and Manchester United, plus more.
Out of Europe – now Celtic face critical fortnight
After exiting the Europa League, Celtic face a season-defining fortnight in the fight for the league and Scottish Cup.
‘No offer has been made’ to Farrell – Saracens
Saracens reject “disrespectful” reports that they have offered Ireland head coach Andy Farrell a coaching role for after the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Singapore to have Premier League streaming service
The Premier League will launch its first direct-to-customer streaming service in Singapore next season – and is looking to see how it could be “replicated all around the world”.
Spurs relegation fight toughest of career – Tudor
Tottenham interim manager Igor Tudor says trying to save the club from Premier League relegation is “probably” the toughest challenge of his career.
Brentford boss Andrews signs new deal to 2032
Brentford head coach Keith Andrews signs a new contract with the club, running until 2032.
Confirmed: Proteas through to T20 World Cup semi-finals
The Proteas have officially qualified for the T20 World Cup semi-finals after beating the West Indies, while India eliminated Zimbabwe.
Edwards and Le Bris condemn racist abuse of players
Wolves manager Rob Edwards and Sunderland counterpart Regis Le Bris condemn the racist abuse their players suffered last weekend.