Orlando Pirates FC (often known as "The Buccaneers") is a professional football club based in Houghton, Johannesburg, South Africa, and playing in the Premier Soccer League (2023), the first tier of the South African football league system. This unofficial Orlando Pirates F.C. fan flag consists of the team's official logo and a black background derived from the logo.
The Orlando Pirates FC logo is rich in symbolism. The black shield in the center features the team name and a skull and crossbones, reflecting the club's nickname, "The Buccaneers." The skull and crossbones motif is often associated with pirates and symbolizes a fearless and bold approach to the game. Above the shield, the gold star signifies the club's numerous championship victories, while below the shield, the founding date reinforces the club's historical legacy and heritage. Altogether, this emblem effectively combines elements of history, success, and a fearless spirit, encapsulating the essence of Orlando Pirates FC in South African football.
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| Team name: | Orlando Pirates Football Club |
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| Team nicknames: | The Sea Robbers, Bucs, Happy People, Buccaneers, Ezimnyama Ngenkani, Ezikamagebhula, Mabakabaka |
| Team abbreviation: | Pirates, OPFC |
| Founded: | 1937 |
| Location: | Houghton, Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Ground: | Orlando Stadium |
| Capacity: | 37,139 |
| League: | Premier Soccer League |
| Team Colors: | Black and White |
| Championships: | 4 |
| Second places: | 7 |
| Seasons in top division: | 28 |
| Mascot: | - |
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