Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro is on the verge of making Nedbank Cup history as he prepares for what is expected to be his final match in the prestigious competition.
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The Spanish tactician is currently on a 14-match unbeaten run in what is one of the biggest domestic competitions since arriving in South Africa. He has guided Pirates to back-to-back Nedbank Cup titles in 2023 and 2024 and now has the opportunity to make it three in a row when his side faces Kaizer Chiefs in Saturday’s final at Moses Mabhida Stadium.
Riveiro’s record in the competition is unmatched during his tenure.
In addition to consecutive titles, he has not suffered a single defeat in Nedbank Cup action. If he secures victory this weekend, he will become the first coach in South African football history to lift the trophy three times in succession!
His impact at Pirates has been significant since taking over in 2022, with domestic cup success becoming a hallmark of his reign. Along with his Nedbank Cup achievements, he also claimed the MTN8 trophy in back-to-back seasons, underlining his credentials in knockout competitions.
As Riveiro prepares to bid farewell to the Buccaneers, the stakes are high.
A win would not only secure another major title for the club but also ensure he departs with a perfect record in South Africa’s premier cup competition.
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