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EZEKIEL PHALANA
Orlando Pirates Football Club is set to host Magesi FC on Saturday, 31 January 2026, in what promises to be a memorable Betway Premiership encounter at the club’s newly renamed Orlando Stadium — a venue steeped in history and now entering an exciting new chapter.
The fixture marks one of the first competitive matches played under the stadium’s new name, symbolising progress, ambition, and renewed energy for the Buccaneers and their supporters. Playing at home in Soweto, Pirates are eager to honour the occasion with a performance worthy of the badge and the legacy of the ground.
Speaking ahead of the match, the Club emphasised the importance of maintaining focus and professionalism despite the celebratory atmosphere surrounding the stadium’s rebranding.
“This is a special moment for the Club and our supporters, but our responsibility remains the same — to compete with intensity, respect our opponents, and give everything on the pitch,” the Club noted. “Magesi FC are a competitive side and we expect a demanding match.”
Orlando Pirates view the encounter as a crucial opportunity to build momentum in the league and to connect with supporters in a setting that continues to define South African football culture. The team is determined to use the familiarity of home conditions and the passion of the fans to drive a disciplined and committed performance.
Magesi FC arrive in Soweto looking to make a strong statement of their own, and Pirates have acknowledged the challenge ahead, stressing that no fixture can be taken lightly in the Premiership.
Kick-off details and broadcast information will be communicated through official Club platforms.
Orlando Pirates Football Club invites all supporters to be part of this historic occasion and to rally behind the team as they take the field in a stadium that reflects both tradition and a bold future.
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