Orlando Pirates won an unprecedented third MTN8 title on the bounce at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday. Their bank balance has swollen.
Orlando Pirates scoop R22 million, and that figure will risein the 12th minute to put a cat among the pigeons for Stellenbosch, but Pirates hit back through big-game player Monnapule Saleng on 43 minutes. Super-sub Tshegofatso Mabasa put Pirates in front on 91 minutes amid huge controversy after a free kick was taken a few yards ahead of where the foul took place. Referee Abongile Tom allowed the goal.
Pirates are back at the top table of African continental competition following their routine aggregate win over Jwaneng Galaxy. They’ll participate in the 2024-2024 Caf Champions League group stages, and they bank a minimum of. Advancement to the quarter-finals would swell Pirates’ earnings to R15.6 million and the money keeps getting better the further they go.
Stellenbosch coach Steve Barker says the referee made three errors after his side were defeated 3-1 by Orlando Pirates in the MTN8 final. Springbok and Stormers player Manie Libbok has taken time off to wed his bride Verna Arries in a picture-perfect ceremony in Mossel Bay. Bonang’s time to shine? Miss Universe owner Anne JKN has been inundated with requests for SA’s own to host the grand finale next month,
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