Orlando Pirates enter a critical period in the Absa Premiership challenge what a test of their credentials against Mamelodi Sundowns this weekend.

Orlando Pirates head coach Ruud Krol has set his side a target this season of qualifying for the African Champions League in 2012.

Orlando Pirates have learned from the mistakes of the past and are not prepared to get carried away with their surge to form.

Moroka Swallows will take a psychological advantage into their Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates on Sunday, claims the Birds assistant coach.

Orlando Pirates could be without Teko Modise when they play BidVest Wits in a local Johannesburg derby at the Milpark Stadium on Saturday.

Orlando Pirates supporters and officials are hoping that new coach Ruud Krol has finally turned the corner after a disappointing start to the season.

Orlando Pirates could be forced to face arch enemies Kaizer Chiefs in the Absa Premiership Soweto derby at the Mmabatho Stadium on Saturday afternoon without their midfield…