
Orlando Pirates set to bank close to R40 million this season
Orlando Pirates are smelling the Betway Premiership trophy which comes with a whopping R20 million in prize money.
TUESDAY, 19 MAY 2026, 07:23

Orlando Pirates are smelling the Betway Premiership trophy which comes with a whopping R20 million in prize money.

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