The anticipation for the new Premier Soccer League season has reached fever pitch as Orlando Pirates officially unveiled the jersey numbers for their latest signings. The Buccaneers, determined to wrestle the title from Mamelodi Sundowns, are making bold moves both on and off the pitch, signalling their intent for the 2025/26 campaign.
This transfer window has seen the Soweto giants bolster their squad with a series of high-profile acquisitions. Among the most talked-about are Sipho Mbule, Tshepang Moremi, and marquee signing Oswin Appollis. The club has now confirmed the jersey numbers these new stars will don:
Sipho Mbule, the dynamic midfielder known for his creativity and vision, will wear the number 39 jersey. Mbule’s arrival is a statement of intent, with many expecting him to play a pivotal role in the engine room.
Tshepang Moremi, he versatile attacker who impressed at Amazulu, has been handed the iconic number 11 shirt. Moremi’s pace and flair should add a new dimension to the Pirates’ frontline.
Meanwhile, Oswin Appollis, the headline signing of the window, will sport the number 15 jersey. His acquisition has excited the Ghost Nation, with hopes that his attacking prowess will be the difference-maker in the title race.
Other new arrivals, including Yanela Mbuthuma, Sinoxolo Kwayiba, Nkosikhona Ndaba, Masindi Nemtajela, Tshepo Mashiloane, and Sihle Nduli, have also joined the squad. Each of them is eager to make their mark in the famous black and white.
The Buccaneers have taken their preparations to Marbella, Spain, where a rigorous pre-season camp is underway. The team, comprising both new signings and established stars, is participating in a series of friendlies against European opposition. This camp is designed to integrate the newcomers and fine-tune tactics ahead of a fiercely contested season.
New coach Abdeslam Ouaddou emphasised the importance of these preparations, stating that the squad is leaving no stone unturned. They aim to be fully ready for the league opener. The Marbella camp is not just about fitness, it’s about building chemistry and instilling a winning mentality throughout the squad.