Amakhosi Legend – Why Chiefs Have Signed So Many Defenders

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Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Morgan Gould says he understands why his former side has signed mostly defensive players, saying it’s about building a solid foundation. Chiefs announced seven new players in the last transfer window in Fiacre Ntwari, Gaston Sirino, Bongani Sam, Rushwin Dortley, Bradley Cross, Angolan international Inacio Miguel and welcomed back Njabulo Blom on loan from MLS outfit St Louis City. Talking to iDiski Times senior writer in the latest edition of the newspaper, Gould said getting defenders is about foundation because the less a team concedes the better their chances of getting goals. “Ja, your foundation needs

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Doctor Praises 2 Pirates Stars After Late Bafana Win

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Bafana Bafana and Kaizer Chiefs legend Doctor Khumalo has praised Thalente Mbatha and Relebohile Mofokeng for their heroics from the bench against South Sudan. South Africa were drawing 2-2 with the hosts in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier when Hugo Broos made some crucial changes by bringing on Mbatha, Mofokeng and Elias Mokwana in the 72nd minute. Mbatha ended up scoring the late winner, but Khumalo was also left impressed by Mofokeng’s cameo. “This game was a very difficult game, I thought we were just sail and that’s it,” Khumalo said on SABC1. “What made us to be

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Chiefs Star With Man Of The Match Display Vs Nigeria

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New Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper put in a Man of the Match performance to hold Nigeria to a goalless draw in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Ntwari joined Chiefs this window and could make his first start for the club in their Betway Premiership opener. He came up with a massive performance against the Super Eagles in Tuesday’s 0-0 draw, receiving a massive 9.4 Sofascore rating. Ntwari made nine saves, eight from inside the box to secure Rwanda an important point against the favoured Nigerian side. Rwanda currently sit in second place in Group D, with two points from

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Mbatha Rescues Bafana Again

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Bafana Bafana recorded their first Group K 2025 AFCON Qualifiers win with a come-from-behind 3-2 win over South Sudan at Juba National Stadium on Tuesday afternoon. The home side were awarded a penalty in the 15th minute which Tito Odong Okello tucked away to make it 1-0 after Siyabonga Ngezana brought him down. Bafana responded almost immediately with Oswin Appollis finding the top corner in the 20th minute after being teed up by Aubrey Modiba. Lyle Foster missed an opportunity to give Bafana the lead in the 27th minute, directing his header at Majak Mawith. In the 33rd minute, Teboho

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Edition 171 – Mngqithi, Williams & Riveiro

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In this latest edition, Velile Mnyandu speaks with Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi about their new ambitions, and who he feels will be their biggest rival this season. Also in this edition, Velile spoke to Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro about challenging Sundowns this season, reaching the MTN8 final and CAF Champions League football. Rob Delport brings us more regarding the incredible news that Ronwen Williams was nominated for a Ballon d’Or Yashin Award, with Aaron Mokoena and Darren Keet amongst those to congratulate him. Velile also caught up with MTN8 ambassador, former Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates striker Lehlohonolo

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Royal AM Make Shock Announcement

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Royal AM have announced that Sinky Mnisi has returned from his family responsibility leave and is back at the club. Mnisi had placed himself on “special leave” at the club after initially being suspended by owner Shawn ‘Ma’ Mkhize in July 2022, following some controversy regarding John Maduka leaving to join Maritzburg United and the appointment of coach Khabo Zondo, amongst other things. But he only officially left the club in January 2023 after a first return “from special leave”. In August 2023, he was unveiled as new CEO by Marumo Gallants but he resined just three months later and

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Bafana Announce Starting XI For South Sudan

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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has announced his starting XI for this afternoon’s must-win 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifications tie against South Sudan, with Sipho Chaine replacing Veli Mothwa in goals. South Africa was held to a disappointing 2-2 draw by Uganda in Orlando in their Group K opener on Friday last week and will be out to get maximum points after Sudan lost their tie 1-0 to Congo Brazzaville. Following the Cranes’ 2-0 victory over Congo on Monday, Broos’ charges find themselves in third place on the standings but could leapfrog the former into top spot should

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AmaZulu Coach Bemoans Aim For Perfect Betway Prem Start

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AmaZulu head coach Pablo Franco admits that his charges are aiming for a perfect start despite a strange and long pre-season. Franco is in his second season with Usuthu having finished in 11th place last season, after winning just one out of their first five opening league fixtures. The former Simba SC coach also mentioned that it is strange for him to have such a long pre-season, something he has never witnessed in his entire career, but will try to use it effectively. “We are expecting a challenging beginning of the season,” Franco told the media. “Not only because we

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How To Watch Bafana Vs South Sudan Live

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Bafana Bafana‘s 2025 AFCON Qualifiers clash against minnows South Sudan at Juba National Stadium this afternoon will once again be shown live by the public broadcaster. South Africa needed an 85th-minute strike by Thalente Mbatha to salvage a 2-2 draw against Uganda at Orlando Stadium on Friday and are looking to take control of top spot after the Cranes dispatched Congo Brazzaville 2-0 on Monday. On Tuesday, they will face no 169 in the world away from home and the match will be shown on SABC 1 and is also available on SABC Sport. Kick-off is set for 15:00 SA

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