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Watch VideoMandla Ncikazi on Orlando Pirates job: When I got into this club, I became a servant

Mandla Ncikazi, despite serving as a co-coach and then assistant at Orlando Pirates, is no stranger to the head-coach role, having held the position at Golden Arrows prior to joining the Buccaneers.

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Mihlali Baleka|Published

Ncikazi aims for strong send-off as Orlando Pirates host resurgent Magesi in season finale

Mandla Ncikazi's unbeaten run as Orlando Pirates' interim coach is under threat as they prepare to face Magesi, who have shown significant improvement under Owen da Gama as both teams aim for a strong finish in their Betway Premiership campaign

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Herman Gibbs|Published

Watch VideoMandla Ncikazi says Orlando Pirates have built a foundation for next season

Despite falling short in their pursuit of the league title, the Nedbank Cup, and a CAF Champions League spot, Orlando Pirates still have something to play for in their final league fixture against Magesi.

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Obakeng Meletse|Published

Mandla Ncikazi: Orlando Pirates still have so much to fight for

Orlando Pirates interim coach Mandla Ncikazi says they can't afford to falter, as there's still a lot to play for, despite securing the No 2 spot on the Premiership standings.

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Mihlali Baleka|Published

The players must pick themselves up after Riveiro's departure, says Orlando Pirtates interim coach Ncikazi

Orlando Pirates seem to have taken the departure of former coach Jose Riveiro hard, and that's why the players need to turn up the heat and come to the party in their last three remaining matches.

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Mihlali Baleka|Published

Watch VideoNcikazi must take opportunity to coach Orlando Pirates on interim basis with both hands

Orlando Pirates interim coach Mandla Ncikazi has to ensure that he grabs the chance to coach the team by the scruff of the neck as that could define the extension of his stint at the club.

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Mihlali Baleka|Published

Ncikazi and Co will finish the season on a high, says former Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro

Former Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has backed his former assistant Mandla Ncikazi to finish the season on a high note.

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Mihlali Baleka|Published

Chiefs fresher legs a key advantage over Pirates form, Ncikazi

Orlando Pirates assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi discusses the challenges ahead of the Nedbank Cup final against Kaizer Chiefs, highlighting the historical rivalry and the importance of managing expectations

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Smiso Msomi|Published

Mosimane, Mokwena? Top five candidates to replace Jose Riveiro at Orlando Pirates

With Jose Riveiro set to depart Orlando Pirates at the season's end, we explore five potential coaching replacements who could lead the Soweto giants into a new era.

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Obakeng Meletse|Published

MTN8 Final | Saleng or not, Stellenbosch FC’s Basadien ready for whatever Orlando Pirates throw at him

Stellenbosch FC's Fawaaz Basadien stands confident ahead of the MTN8 final, ready to face Orlando Pirates' formidable attack - with or without star player Monnapule Saleng. As Pirates grapple with injury concerns, Basadien's stellar form adds intrigue to the upcoming showdown in Durban.

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John Goliath|Published