Orlando Pirates are reportedly working on completing a transfer deal before the June-July window even opens. The target? A direct, goal-scoring number 10 who plays with the aggression and style of a number 9.
Sinoxolo Kwayiba on His Way to Orlando Pirates?
After a standout season with Chippa United, scoring seven goals and contributing one assist in 22 games, 25-year-old Sinoxolo Kwayiba is set for a move to Orlando Pirates. According to iDiski Times‘ Sinethemba Makonco, both clubs have already reached an agreement, pending an official contract offer.
If the Gqeberha-born attacker joins the Sea Robbers, he’ll add to the competition in the number 10 role, battling it out with Patrick Maswanganyi and Kabelo Dlamini for a starting spot. Meanwhile, players like Karim Kimvuidi, Azola Tshobeni, and Thuso Moleleki could be loaned out to make room for new additions.
Jose Riveiro’s Quest for Three Consecutive Nedbank Cups
Orlando Pirates are now just one game away from securing a historic third consecutive Nedbank Cup title, with coach Jose Riveiro focused on the task at hand.
Despite the potential record-breaking achievement, Riveiro insists his team is not preoccupied with making history but with winning the final. “The next cup final is what matters now, not the past,” Riveiro told Citizen. “We’re not here just for the party or fireworks; we’re here to compete and win. It’s all about focusing on the present and pushing to be better than our opponents.”
While Riveiro downplays the significance of the record, he emphasizes that the team’s job is to keep improving and striving for more success.
