José Riveiro famous his 100. match as head coach Orlando Pirates in a way that will lead the team to a tough fight 1-0 victory Richards Bay Tuesday night.

The win extended the Buccaneers’ flawless start to the Betway Premiership to an impressive seven consecutive victories, marking a historic evening for both club and manager.

All eyes are on me

There’s an old saying: ‘Don’t judge a book by its cover’.

However, in football the opposite is often true.

Football has a tendency to judge people too quickly.

A person like Riveiro was judged before he even stepped on the field.

When Orlando Pirates announced Jose Riveiro as their new coach on June 25, 2022, opinions poured in from pundits and fans alike, many of whom were critical.

Riveiro found himself scrutinized and even undermined by his contemporaries, who even took the time to make sarcastic remarks when his appointment was mentioned.

But instead of being crushed under the weight of these miscreants, Riveiro chose to focus on the task at hand.

He devotes his time and efforts to produce a remarkable body of work.

His journey turned skepticism into admiration and proved that patience and hard work conquer all.

record breaker

With his success on Tuesday night, Riveiro etched his name firmly into the history books of the Orlando Pirates.

After 100 matches, he rose to the elite ranks and became only the second coach of the PSL era. Ruud Krol (119 matches) he reached this milestone with the club.

Orlando Pirates not only secured three points, but also set a new club record, surpassing the previous high of six consecutive league wins; this was a record that had stood since the 2002/03 season.

Seven consecutive league victories not only added a new feather to Riveiro’s squad, but also set a new standard for the club.

The 47-year-old won five trophies in his two-and-a-half years at the club; This makes him the most decorated Orlando Pirates coach of the PSL era (since 1996), but he also equaled the record for most titles by one margin. He has been coaching at the club since Tony Sanderson (1973/74).

Even on a personal level, Riveiro broke new ground.

At his former club Inter Turku, he led his team to 56 wins in 102 matches, giving him a win percentage of 55%.

He currently has 61 wins with the Orlando Pirates, giving him a 61% win rate.

Goals

Orlando Pirates – 178 goals
164 goals in Inter Turku

goals against

Orlando Pirates – 82 goals
109 goals in Inter Turku

Riveiro’s milestone is not only a celebration of his longevity, but also a testament to his resilience, vision and determination to defy the odds.

His leadership has made Orlando Pirates a force to be reckoned with, inspiring fans and leaving his mark on South African football.

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