Uganda Coach – Bafana Star Was Playing On An Island

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Uganda head coach Paul Put says Themba Zwane was playing on an island in the first half as South Africa controlled the game. Zwane, who was captaining the side, was central to the impressive opening half display as Bafana Bafana went into the break with a 1-0 lead thanks to Lyle Foster. It should have been more, admittedly from both Put and Broos in the post-match press conference as Uganda fought back with long-range goals in the second half from Denis Omedi and Rogers Mato. “I think we showed too much respect in the opening half, your number 11 [Themba

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Ex-Downs Midfielder Appointed Head Coach In ABC Motsepe

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ABC Motsepe League side FC Ravens have appointed former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Kurt Lentjies as their new head coach. Lentjies, 39, has been without a coaching job for almost a year since leaving Chippa United feeder team Peacemakers FC, after coaching the Chippa first team having been tasked with gaining promotion with Peacemakers. Information received by this publication is that the Eastern Cape-based outfit have roped in Lentjies as the man in charge ahead of the new league campaign. Ravens had a good run in the Nedbank Cup last term but were unfortunately eliminated by the Chilli Boys. Ravens are

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Pirates Target First Win Against Highflying CT City

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Solomon Mahlangu Stadium is the place to be this weekend as round two of the DStv Diski Challenge takes place with mouth-watering fixtures. The celebration of 10 years continues this weekend with “fixture ezivuthayo”, as newcomers Magesi FC reserves take on AmaZulu reserves in the opening match of the day. Highflying Cape Town City reserves face Orlando Pirates reserves in the second fixture after hammering Sekhukhune United 6-2 on the opening day at Malta Park. Meanwhile, Pirates played a goalless draw against young Usuthu. TS Galaxy will finally get their opportunity to play after their game against Royal AM was

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Jomo Cosmos Make Major Announcement

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Jomo Cosmos have announced a new sponsorship with Lucas Batteries ahead of the 2024/25 season. Ezenkosi are one of South Africa’s most historic clubs but they are currently competing in the ABC Motsepe League, battling to find a way back into the professional ranks. Cosmos have been relegated from SA’s top flight in 2015/16 and dropped down to SA’s third tier in 2021/22. But owner Jomo Sono is not giving up on trying to steer his club back into the National First Division, with Cosmos announcing their new sponsorship on Friday. “You need a partner like this because at SAFA

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Broos Gives Verdict On First Dortley Start

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos says it was “a good choice” to include Rushwin Dortley in his starting XI. Dortley, 22, earned his first call-up to Broos’ squad after impressing the Bafana coach during the recent COSAFA Cup. The new Kaizer Chiefs defender immediately earned his first start from the Belgian coach, who insisted they defenders were not to blame for conceding two goals in the 2-2 draw with Uganda. “I think we can’t blame the players at the back, they did what they have to do, they did their job,” he said after the match. “For Rushwin, it was

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Broos – I Don’t Regret Mothwa Decision

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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos says he doesn’t regret starting Veli Mothwa in their 2-2 draw with Uganda on Friday evening. Mothwa was subject to a howler as he conceded the goal that put Uganda 2-1 ahead on Friday evening in their Group K opener in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier. It appeared the East Africans were set to secure a historic comeback win at Orlando Stadium but Thalente Mbatha’s 95th-minute goal on debut secured a point. Mothwa’s inclusion raised eyebrows before the game he’s yet to feature in a competitive fixture this season with AmaZulu, while

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Broos Reacts To Surprise Bafana Draw

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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has reflected on their surprise 2-2 with Uganda in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations opener at Orlando Stadium on Friday evening. South Africa’s Group K opener proved a tricky night for the hosts in a game that promised so much as they looked in full control leading 1-0 at the break. Chances were created at will, there was flair, intricate passing and entertainment for the home supporters with Lyle Foster scoring in the 14th minute on his former home ground. But two long-range efforts from the Cranes in the space of four second-half

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Bucs Star Strike Late To Earn Bafana Draw In Orlando

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Thalente Mbatha rescued Bafana Bafana’s blushes with a 96th minute strike to earn a 2-2 draw against Uganda in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying opener at Orlando Stadium on Friday evening. In a game that looked poised for only one result, a win for South Africa, based on their form in comparison to the Cranes, the visitors pulled off the unthinkable. Hugo Broos’ men, buoyed by their resurgence over the last three and half years under his tutelage, bronze medal finishers at the 2023 AFCON were on full control with a 1-0 lead, which should have been more

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Official: Chiefs Confirm Major Exit

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Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the exit of assistant coach Fernando Da Cruz to take up a position at the Moroccan Football Federation. This publication revealed on Friday that Da Cruz had been approached by the FRMF a fortnight ago with a lucrative offer, and the Naturena-based outfit have now confirmed that the Frenchman has left the club for North Africa. “I would like to thank Kaizer Chiefs, Chairman and all the supporters for the welcome and affection they gave from the first day I landed in South Africa,” Da Cruz told Chiefs’ official website. “Thank you to the players, staff

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