Orlando Pirates news today: Buccaneers held by Siwelele as Diski side keep title race tight

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Here’s a round-up of the biggest Orlando Pirates stories from the last 24 hours, covering their Betway Premiership stalemate with Siwelele FC, Diski Challenge developments, and standout performances.

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Pirates held to 1-1 draw by Siwelele

Orlando Pirates were held to a 1-1 draw by Siwelele FC at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday. Vincent Pule opened the scoring for the Buccaneers, but Tshepang Moremi equalised for the visitors.

Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou expressed satisfaction with his side’s overall performance, praising their control and chance creation despite conceding the late goal.

Orlando Pirates' Relebohile Mofokeng during their clash with Siwelele FC.
Orlando Pirates’ Relebohile Mofokeng during their clash with Siwelele FC. Photo by Orlando Pirates/X

Goalkeeper Goss stars for Siwelele

Siwelele goalkeeper Ricardo Goss earned Man of the Match honours after making more than 10 crucial saves to keep Pirates at bay. Goss credited his teammates for their disciplined performance, describing the point earned at Orlando as almost like a victory given the Buccaneers’ strength.

Ricardo Goss
Veli, Mothwa, Sipho, Chaine and Ricardo Goss. Photo credit: X

Pirates coach hails Goss’ display

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou described Goss’ performance as “like Jesus Christ in goal,” acknowledging the goalkeeper’s extraordinary impact in frustrating his top-of-the-table side.

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou in a presser
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou in a presser. Image – Courtesy

Diski Challenge sides mirror senior teams

Pirates’ DStv Diski Challenge side maintained their title push with a 5-0 win over Siwelele FC, keeping level on points with Mamelodi Sundowns’ reserves, who beat AmaZulu FC 6-0. The result keeps the race for the Diski title wide open, with Pirates holding a slender goal advantage and a game in hand.

Siwelele coach on tactical success

Lehlohonolo Seema explained how his side neutralised Pirates’ “silent killer” attackers, using structured defending and quick transitions to secure the valuable 1-1 draw.

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