In a letter addressed to Pirates chairman Irvin Khoza, Amakhosi MD Kaizer Motaung says: "On behalf of Kaizer Chiefs FC we would like to congratulate the players, technical staff and management on your glorious achievement.

"We know that it is through sacrifice, determination and sheer hard work that you have managed to clinch the 2002/2003 Premiership title.

"In the year of the club's 65th Anniversary, this victory comes as a blessing to the many successful years to come.

"From one great team to another, well done and keep up the hard work."