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Siwelele Hold Nedbank Cup Champions to a Draw
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Siwelele Hold Nedbank Cup Champions to a Draw

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Siwelele FC and Durban City shared the spoils in a 2–2 draw in their Betway Premiership clash at Dr Rantlai Molemela Stadium, with kick-off at 19:30 on Tuesday evening. In the 6th minute, Jean Lubumba gave Richards Bay FC an early lead with a goal for the visitors. Just minutes later, Bohlale Ngwato equalised for Siwelele FC, bringing the score level for the home side. After the second half began, Siwelele FC came out stronger, with Gamphani Lungu scoring to give the home side the lead. However, Richards Bay FC showed resilience, as Jean Lubumba found the net again to equalise for his team. Coach Lehlohonolo Seema said the team’s vision is to finish in the top eight. "Our team is currently focused on breaking into ...
RECOVERY ENCOUNTER: Siwelele FC set to welcome Chippa as both attempt to recover from defeats
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RECOVERY ENCOUNTER: Siwelele FC set to welcome Chippa as both attempt to recover from defeats

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Dr Rantlai Petrus Molemela Stadium in Bloemfontein. (Image: Kick-Off Online) Siwelele FC will welcome Chippa United tomorrow (Friday) at the Dr Rantlai Molemela Stadium in Bloemfontein for their Betway Premiership clash. Both teams head into the match eager to recover from recent defeats and gain crucial points. Recent Form and Log Standings Siwelele FC enters the fixture after a 2–0 loss to AmaZulu FC, a result that placed them 12th on the league table. Chippa United also suffered a 2–0 defeat to Orlando Pirates, which pushed them to the bottom of the standings. The pressure is mounting on both sides as the league begins to tighten. Possible Log Movements If Siwelele secure a victory at home, they could climb as high as 9th position, d...
Siwelele Make No Justice to Sekhukhune
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Siwelele Make No Justice to Sekhukhune

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Forever green, Siwelele FC in action against Sekhukhune United at Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium on Friday night.  (Image: Becker Semela) Siwelele FC hosted Sekhukhune United in their Betway Premiership encounter on Friday, 31 October 2025, at the Dr Rantlai Molemela Stadium in Bloemfontein.  The much-anticipated match was delayed due to severe weather conditions, as heavy rain and thunderstorms swept across the area. Siwelele's great energy vs Sekhukhune's counter-attack When the game finally kicked off, Siwelele showed great energy and determination. Within the first three minutes, they created a dangerous set-piece opportunity, but Lungu Gampani was unable to convert it. Siwelele continued to dominate possession and later earned a fr...
BACK ON TRACK: Siwelele FC  wins the first-ever historical Bloem derby  
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BACK ON TRACK: Siwelele FC  wins the first-ever historical Bloem derby  

By Rorisang Rampheteng: The football battlefield between Marumo Gallants and Siwelele FC. (Image: Bongani Hlatshwayo) Siwelele FC's losing fever ended when they made history by winning the first-ever Bloem derby against Marumo Gallants at Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium in Bloemfontein on Sunday afternoon.  We are not under pressure at all They came to the game having lost six out of eight games since their arrival in the Betway Premiership campaign this season. Their latest loss was against Orlando Pirates at Toyota Stadium, also in Bloemfontein, last Tuesday.  Coach Lehlohonolo Seema said his team is not under pressure but will play hard to get the great results as they have ended their spate of losses. "As a team, we are not under pressure, we are still watering and...
SIWELELE ARRIVES IN PSL WITH A HAMMER: Golden Arrows feel the pain
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SIWELELE ARRIVES IN PSL WITH A HAMMER: Golden Arrows feel the pain

By Becker Semela: Action Image (supplied by Thami Mogorosi) Siwelele FC reported their arrival in the Betway Premiership by hammering Golden Arrows at the jam-packed Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium on Saturday night.  They could not have asked for a better start to claim an impressive 3-1 victory. From the first whistle, the passionate Siwelele fans created a carnival atmosphere, singing nonstop and cheering their team forward. Their energy seemed to lift the players, who wasted no time in making a statement. After just 20 minutes, the home crowd erupted when Siviwe Magidigidi bundled the ball into the net from close range. The goal came after Vincent Pule’s header was saved by the Arrows' goalkeeper but landed kindly for Magidigidi to finish. Barely a minute ...