Orlando Pirates FC Transfer Rumours: 'Monster' Signing
Orlando Pirates FC has been linked with a 'monster' signing, with Sebastian Pedersen reportedly joining the team. The 24-year-old striker has been making waves with his impressive performances, and fans are thrilled at the prospect of him joining the squad.
Oswin Appollis, the 24-year-old Bafana winger, is likely to stay put with the champions for at least another year. Appollis was strongly linked with a move to Porto, but after the sale of Relebohile Mofokeng, the board has dug its heels in and kept the player.
Abdoulaye Mariko, the 24-year-old Malian midfielder, arrived for action at the weekend sporting some stylish gear. The midfielder attracted praise from commenters on Facebook for his pre-match outfit, but several online fans were more interested in his outfit than his new jersey number.
Orlando Pirates FC exits confirmed
New champions Orlando Pirates FC will be a new-look outfit next term after several high-profile departures, notably Relebohile Mofokeng. The following players have left the club:
- Thabiso Sesane
- Selaelo Rasebotja
- Siyabonga Ndlozi
- Gomolemo Khoto
- Sonwabo Khumalo
- Blessing Ngiba
- Seth Green
- Thabiso Lebitso
- Bandile Shandu
- Sipho Mbule
- Tshegofatso Mabasa
- Relebohile Mofokeng
MTN8 quarter-final weekend
Orlando Pirates FC meet Durban City on Saturday, 8 August at 15:00. Sundowns tackle Polokwane later that day at 18:00. Meanwhile, Kaizer Chiefs face Golden Arrows at FNB Stadium on Sunday, 9 August at 18:00.
League standing: 2nd in Premier Soccer League, 3 pts, 1W-0D-0L from 1 games, recent form W.
Goals this season: 2 scored, 0 conceded (+2 goal difference).
Orlando Pirates FC is looking to build on their strong start to the season, with a win over Durban City on Saturday, 8 August at 15:00. The team will be looking to continue their winning form and move up the league table.
