Riveiro: I\u0027m extremely proud to be Orlando Pirates coach
DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - OCTOBER 07: Pirates celebrate winning during the MTN8 final match between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns at Moses Mabhida Stadium on October 07, 2023 in Durban, South Africa. ,]1z
Riveiro, who has also won his second successive MTN8 trophy, says they had to suffer difficult moments but he's happy they managed to win the cup."Just happiness, nothing else, I don't think it's a moment to analyze the game. We went through a difficult period recently, so the way that these guys today fought for the trophy, for the club, for the Pirates family, for our fans," Riveiro told SuperSport TV.
The Spanish coach continued and explained that playing that wind factor affected the quality of the game and that when they were pressurized by Sundowns, they struggled not because the Brazilians were too good but that the wind made things difficult for them.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Spanish mentor José Riveiro under fire from bullish Orlando Pirates fans ahead of MTN8 finalSaturday’s MTN8 final between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns at Durban’s Moses Mabhida Stadium promises to be enthralling, and there are subplots to sprinkle more intrigue on the encounter.
Read more »
Riveiro’s bad Pirates record vs SundownsIt's not a great time for Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro. Mamelodi Sundowns coming in the MTN8 final on Saturday.
Read more »
Riveiro’s bad Pirates record vs SundownsIt's not a great time for Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro. Mamelodi Sundowns coming in the MTN8 final on Saturday.
Read more »
Riveiro hails mutual respect between Pirates and SundownsPirates and Siundowns meet in the final of the MTN8 at a sold-out Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday.
Read more »
Orlando Pirates coach SUSPENDED for MTN8 final!Orlando Pirates will be without the services of a key coaching staff member for tonight's MTN8 final due to suspension!
Read more »
Orlando Pirates vs Sundowns: What time is kick-off?Orlando Pirates will be hoping to retain their MTN8 title this evening, but standing in their way is a formidable Mamelodi Sundowns team
Read more »