Orlando Pirates Reveal Team News & Kit Numbers Ahead Of New Season!
Orlando Pirates Reveal Team News & Kit Numbers Ahead Of New Season! The Buccaneers have had a busy two weeks or so. Orlando Pirates announced player outgoings and incomings while publishing their new kit numbers for the season.
Orlando Pirates kick off their PSL season against Cape Town City this evening. They will give minutes to their new players this season.
But ahead of this, Orlando Pirates had to confirm their team news before the season begins.
“Orlando Pirates Football Club has parted ways with goalkeeper Joris Delle as per the player’s request.
“After spending a year in South Africa, Delle has submitted a request in writing citing his inability to adjust to his new surroundings and wants to return to Europe. The Club met the player this morning and has acceded to the 30-year old’s request.
“His contract has been terminated with immediate effect.
“The Club can also confirm that striker Justin Shonga has also left the Club and will be joining TTM.
“We would like to wish both Justin and Joris the best of luck in their future endeavours.
“Defender Ntsikelelo Nyauza has put pen to paper on a new deal that will see the 30-year old extend his stay on board the Bucs ship for a further three seasons.
“Meanwhile, the Club is still in talks with 33-year old Luvuyo Memela over extending his stay at the Club, however the two parties are yet to reach an agreement.” Orlando Pirates said on their website.
The Buccaneers also confirmed their kit numbers for the new season. They are as follows:
2 Thabiso Monyane
3 Thembinkosi Lorch
4 Happy Jele
5 Ntsikelelo Nyauza
6 Ben Motshwari
7 Gabadinho Mhango
8 Siphesihle Ndlovu
9 Tshegofatso Mabasa
11 Deon Hotto
12 Collins Makgaka
14 Thulani Hlatshwayo
15 Fortune Makaringe
16 Thabang Monare
17 Wayde Jooste
18 Kabelo Dlamini
19 Bongani Sam
20 Luvuyo Memela
21 Nkanyiso Zungu
23 Innocent Maela
25 Zakhele Lepasa
26 Austin Muwowo
30 Wayne Sandilands
32 Linda Mntambo
40 Siyabonga Mphontshane
44 Abel Mabaso
45 Vincent Pule
Orlando Pirates Reveal Team News & Kit Numbers Ahead Of New Season!