BREAKING: Orlando Pirates confirm exit of Sipho Mbule and four other players

Orlando Pirates have officially parted ways with five players, headlined by midfielder Sipho Mbule, whose promising stint at the club has come to an end after just one season. Nicknamed “The Master Chef”, Mbule made 23 appearances across all competitions for the Buccaneers, scoring once, and quickly established himself as a fan favourite after arriving in Mayfair. He played a key role in the early stages of the season, earning a recall to the Bafana Bafana squad and featuring in the team that qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and competed at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. However, off-field issues