The Soweto giants Orlando Pirates have appointed Spanish coach José Riveiro as their new head coach for the upcoming season.

The Buccaneers have confirmed that Riveiro has signed a three-year deal with their new manager.

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The 46-year-old joins the Buccaneers along with his assistant Sergio Almenara. And he will also be assisted by Mandla Ncikazi.

“First of all, I would like to send a greeting to all the fans of Orlando Pirates.” Riveiro told the Pirates website.

“I am delighted to have joined the club. The Pirates project is an exciting one. And I look forward to what lies ahead. It is an honour for me and my colleagues to have the responsibility to coach such an institution and compete for the highest goals.”

“Along with my support team, we are looking forward to arriving and joining the task force and the group of players to start working immediately.” Continued the newly appointed coach.