When an unknown Jose Riveiro arrived at Orlando Pirates at the start of the 2022-2023 campaign some labelled him “a plumber”
Orlando Pirates players celebrate their first goal against Cape Town City in their DStv Premiership match at Orlando stadium on April 22 2023. on social media.
Riveiro deserved his constant smile in his post-match conference on Saturday after his side had notched up fifth successive DStv Premiership victory, 2-1 over Cape Town City at Orlando Stadium.The win was their seventh in all competitions as Bucs have two Nedbank Cup victories in that period too.With four league matches to go, Saturday's win puts Bucs in pole position to win the coveted second spot they're chasing alongside Soweto rivals Kaizer Chiefs and SuperSport United.
Wins over Swallows FC , SuperSport United , Richards Bay FC and Chippa United preceded Saturday's against City, who looked good to earn a rare double over Pirates when they took the lead via Khanyisa Mayo.
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