While Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the Netherlands as their pre-season destination, Soweto rivals Orlando Pirates will be returning to Spain to gear up for the 2025/26 campaign.
The Buccaneers officially announced their plans via social media, confirming that Spain will again host their pre-season camp.
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Pirates’ pre-season tours to Spain have become a familiar tradition under the tenure of former head coach Jose Riveiro.
Last year, the Sea Robbers faced top-tier competition including Sevilla, Al Sadd SC, and English Championship side Plymouth Argyle.
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Despite Riveiro’s recent move to Al Ahly, Pirates are maintaining the European pre-season formula introduced under him.
The club’s commitment to a high-intensity, international pre-season schedule signals their ambition ahead of the new campaign, with hopes of building on their strong finish to the 2024/25 season.
