Orlando Pirates will likely discover their PSL fate today as Mamelodi Sundowns, one point away from clinching the title, head to Buffalo City Municipality Stadium to face Chippa United.
It’s been a difficult few weeks for the Soweto giants, who have seen Jose Riveiro ask to leave early following Champions League and Nedbank Cup heartbreak – more sour news could ensue in the offseason.
Relebohile Mofokeng has several giants lining up for his services, including Zamalek FC, who had an R25.8 million bid rejected in January, and Al Ahly, who recently welcomed Riveiro.
The latter insinuates the Egyptian giants’ chances of signing the Bafana youngster to be elevated. Mofokeng has enjoyed a remarkable rise under Riveiro’s command and may follow him to Cairo to maintain development.
What about Saleng and the new coach?
Monnapule Saleng’s professional career has derailed since his exile in December. Severe question marks surround his future at the club, which seems all but finished.
A new chapter, perhaps in a different country, is the right move.
Meanwhile, Orlando Pirates have yet to name Riveiro’s successor but are reportedly monitoring Rulani Mokwena and Pitso Mosimane, among others.
Riveiro bows out
Yesterday’s game was Riveiro’s 301st and last game for Orlando Pirates, who made sure to honour the Spaniard in style.
“They took care of me since day one and still do. Now that I am leaving, they care about me. I am thankful person, so this is something that I really appreciate and I will never forget,” Riveiro said after the Golden Arrows game.
“I will never coach any other team in South Africa. I am a Buccaneer and Orlando Pirates is the only club I could have the motivation and courage, energy and heart to coach in South Africa.”
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