Orlando Pirates v Sekhukhune: Date, kickoff time in season opener

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Aug 7, 2025 - 09:00
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Orlando Pirates v Sekhukhune: Date, kickoff time in season opener

Orlando Pirates hope to get a glorious title charge underway against Sekhukhune in what should be a high-quality season-opener.

Pirates are hoping to dethrone perennial champions Sundowns, whom they meet in the MTN8 final four.

The Sea Robbers kick things off against another MTN8 semi-finalist, Sekhukhune.

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Orlando Stadium is the venue as Pirates and Sekhukhune do battle on Saturday, 9 August at 17:30. The Sea Robbers have a new skipper too.

Sibisi to captain Orlando Pirates

29-year-old Nkosinathi Sibisi will wear the captain’s armband at Pirates in 2025-2026. He was a key figure last season alongside breakout star Mbekezeli Mbokazi in the heart of defence after Thabiso Sesane was struck down with a long-term injury. What happens when Sesane returns will be fascinating, as he might even dislodge the new captain. That’s a nice problem for new boss Ouaddao to have, though. Sibisi made 42 appearances last season across all competitions, including 25 in the league.

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Sibisi, Sesane and Maswanganyi ponder things at a set piece. Image: FarPost

Will The Buccaneers defeat Sekhukhune this weekend?

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