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5Feb

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Banyana Banyana Troops Ready for WAFCON

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Banyana Banyana head coach Dr Desiree Ellis has named her squad for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), which will be staged in Morocco from 17 March to 3 April 2026. The senior women’s national team will begin preparations with an alignment camp scheduled to run from 13 February to 2 March 2026, as South Africa gears up for another continental challenge. The Goalkeepers Ellis has selected four goalkeepers for the tournament, drawing from strong domestic clubs to ensure stability between the posts. The goalkeeping department consists of Kaylin Swart (JVW FC), Andile Dlamini (Mamelodi Sundowns FC), Dineo Magagula (TS Galaxy Queens FC) and Casey Gordon (JVW FC). The selection includes two goalkeepers from JVW FC, on...

Siwelele set for historic Nedbank Cup debut against Richards Bay

3Feb

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Siwelele set for historic Nedbank Cup debut against Richards Bay

By Rorisang Rampheteng: (Images: Bongani Hlatswayo) Siwelele FC will make history on Sunday when they face Richards Bay United in their first-ever Nedbank Cup match, to be played at Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium in Mangaung, Bloemfontein. The fixture also marks Siwelele’s first home game of 2026, adding extra significance to what promises to be a special occasion for the club and its supporters. The Free State-based side will be looking to make a strong statement in the country’s most prestigious knockout competition as they welcome top-flight opponents Richards Bay United. Recent form and previous meeting Heading into the encounter, Siwelele will draw confidence from their most recent clash against Richards Bay, where the two sides played to a 1–1 draw in the Bet...

Chiefs Aim to Keep Nedbank Cup Campaign Alive Against Stellenbosch

3Feb

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Chiefs Aim to Keep Nedbank Cup Campaign Alive Against Stellenbosch

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Kaizer Chiefs will launch their Nedbank Cup Last 32 campaign on Wednesday when they face Stellenbosch FC, with Amakhosi aiming to keep their hopes alive in South Africa’s premier knockout competition. Chiefs head into the clash boosted by a 1–0 victory over Zesco United in their most recent CAF Confederation Cup match. According to IOL, Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef praised his players’ determination and work ethic following the narrow win. “It’s not me, but the players. They promised before the game that they would give everything they had in their legs to win this match, so congratulations to them,” said Youssef, quoted by IOL. Momentum Ahead of Knockout Football The Zesco victory highlighted Chiefs’ growing discipline an...

Marumo Gallants Under Pressure After Back-to-Back Defeats

1Feb

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Marumo Gallants Under Pressure After Back-to-Back Defeats

By Rorisang Rampheteng: In a tough period for Marumo Gallants, the Free State club has suffered consecutive defeats in the Betway Premiership, leaving them under increasing pressure as the league season unfolds. On Wednesday, 28 January 2026, Marumo Gallants hosted Kaizer Chiefs at the Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium but were beaten 1-0 by Amakhosi. Chiefs’ Makabi Lilepo scored the only goal in the 67th minute to secure the win and hand Gallants a frustrating home defeat. Then, on Saturday, 31 January 2026, Gallants were again on the wrong end of a 1-0 scoreline, this time against AmaZulu FC at the same stadium. The only goal came from Mondli Mbanjwa in the second half, as Usuthu took all three points and continued their league campaign with momentum. These b...

“Beer FC at Amstel Arena?” Pirates Fans Froth Ahead of Saturday Clash with Magezi

30Jan

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“Beer FC at Amstel Arena?” Pirates Fans Froth Ahead of Saturday Clash with Magezi

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Johannesburg, South Africa —Orlando Pirates will host Magezi FC on Saturday afternoon at 18:00 at the recently renamed Orlando Amstel Arena, with the match already sparking laughter and lively debate among supporters on the club’s official Facebook page. The Buccaneers go into the Betway Premiership encounter sitting third on the log with 29 points, firmly in the title conversation, while Magezi find themselves rooted to the bottom of the standings with 11 points, desperately searching for survival points. On the field, Pirates are clear favourites, having dominated their previous meeting with Magezi earlier this season. Off the field, however, the spotlight has shifted to the stadium’s new name and fans have not held back. ...

Siwelele Open Door for Magidigidi’s European Dream with his possible move to a Belgian Club

13Jan

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Siwelele Open Door for Magidigidi’s European Dream with his possible move to a Belgian Club

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Siviwe Magidigidi is moving to a Belgian side. 9Image: Siwelele FC ) Siwelele FC have confirmed that discussions are at an advanced stage regarding the potential sale of exciting young attacker Siviwe Magidigidi to Belgian First Division B side K. Beerschot V.A. The confirmation was made by Siwelele FC CEO Lerato Kholoanyane, who revealed that talks between the two clubs have progressed positively, although the deal has not yet been finalised. Interest Sparked Late Last Year According to Kholoanyane, Beerschot initially approached Siwelele late last year with an offer that the club felt did not reflect Magidigidi's true value or his importance to the team. “At the time, we believed Siviwe still had a lot to give to Siwelele,” said Kholoan...

Bafana fans call for Broos’ head as they express frustration after AFCON defeat

6Jan

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Bafana fans call for Broos’ head as they express frustration after AFCON defeat

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos. (Image: Lorenz Kohler) Bafana Bafana supporters have called for head coach Hugo Broos to go following the team’s 2–1 defeat to Cameroon on Sunday evening at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The loss has sparked widespread criticism from fans, many of whom believe the team underperformed at a crucial stage of the tournament. Broos’ tenure and mixed results Hugo Broos took charge of Bafana Bafana in 2021 and has enjoyed some success during his tenure. He guided the national team to a bronze medal at the 2023 AFCON, one of South Africa’s best performances in recent years. Under his leadership, Bafana Bafana has also shown improvement in World Cup qualification matches. However, d...

Bafana Bafana set to clash with Ghana in a friendly

16Dec

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Bafana Bafana set to clash with Ghana in a friendly

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto. (Image: Courtesy Bafana Bafana) Bafana Bafana are set to clash with Ghana in an international friendly at Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto on Tuesday. The two sides are expected to go head-to-head in a competitive encounter, with kick-off scheduled for 16h00. In their previous 15 matches, Bafana Bafana have recorded six wins, four draws, and five defeats, a record that provides a confidence boost ahead of the game. Bafana Bafana captain Rowen Williams said the team will treat the friendly as preparation for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON). “We are using this game as a preparation to see how far we are as a team and to test ourselves. We also have good opponents, and it is important for everyone to get minutes,”...

Siwelele Hold Sundowns in High: Drama Draw at Molemela

5Dec

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Siwelele Hold Sundowns in High: Drama Draw at Molemela

By Rorisang Rampheteng: (Image: Bongani Hlatshwayo) Siwelele FC welcomed Mamelodi Sundowns for their Betway Premiership clash following a draw against Chippa United. The match took place at the Dr. Rantlai Molemela Stadium in Bloemfontein, where the atmosphere was electric from the first whistle. Early Pressure From Both Teams In the opening minutes, the stadium erupted as both sets of supporters sang passionately for their teams. In the 10th minute, Masandawana applied early pressure with a headed effort inside the box, but the chance went wide. Four minutes later, in the 14th minute, Siwelele showed their strength. A long ball from the goalkeeper found Vincent Pule on a promising run, but striker Siviwe Magidigidi failed to control the final touch, giving Ronwe...

MATCH: Gallants Determined to Challenge Pirates in Cup Final

3Dec

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MATCH: Gallants Determined to Challenge Pirates in Cup Final

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Marumo Gallants head coach Alexandra Lafitte says his side is fully prepared and approaching the Carling Knockout Cup final against Orlando Pirates with confidence and belief. During a media briefing on Tuesday, Lafitte emphasised that his squad understands the magnitude of the occasion and are ready to give their all. High-Intensity Preparations The coach highlighted that this week’s training sessions have been among the most impressive of the season. The players trained with sharp focus, strong motivation, and positive energy as they geared up for the decisive clash. “The spirit is good, the boys are focused, and everyone knows what is expected. We are going to the final with one goal, to bring the cup home,” said Lafitte. Road to t...