Orlando Pirates have successfully claimed their first piece of treasure after six long years of fruitless searching. They won the MTN8 trophy on Saturday evening, repelling the threat of Bloemfontein Celtic.
The 2-1 victory for the Sea Robbers, courtesy of goals from Deon Hotto and a Thembinkosi Lorch penalty, handed them their first piece of silverware since 2014. The last time they won the MTN8 was in the 2011/2012 season.
Josef Zinnbauer, the man who orchestrated the victory for the Buccaneers, was elated.
“I’ve learnt a lot since being here. It’s a good experience for both me and the team,” the German coach told