Flash a badge with a skull and crossbones on it at almost any South African and they will know you’re talking about Orlando Pirates Football Club. From humble beginnings in 1937, Orlando Pirates Football Club has become more than just one of the most recognisable and successful sporting brands in the country; it is ingrained in the fabric of the country's culture. The Club plays in the Premier Soccer League with its headquarters based in Houghton, Johannesburg. The Club's home matches are played at the Orlando Stadium, which is based in the heart of Soweto.