Nabi – Why I Rejected Striker From Portugal

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Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has explained what type of players they want to bring in – as he rejected a striker from Portugal yesterday. Chiefs confirmed the return of Njabulo Blom on loan from Major League Soccer (MLS) St Louis City SC and Bradley Cross from Golden Arrows. They join the likes of Bongani Sam, Inacio Miguel, Gaston Sirino, Fiacre Ntwari and Rushwin Dortley as the new signings at Amakhosi ahead of the new season and their new mentor says it’s a meticulous process to lure only the best to elevate the squad level. “The others are still coming

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Broos Names Bafana Captain

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Hugo Broos has named Themba Zwane as Bafana Bafana captain in the absence of the injured Ronwen Williams. Bafana will face Uganda (6 September) and South Sudan (10 September) in the 2025 African Cup of Nations qualifiers but will have to make due without the injured Williams. Broos had kept his cards as to who will replace Williams as captain close to his chest, but picked Zwane on Tuesday. “Themba Zwane will captain the Bafana Bafana team that will face Uganda and South Sudan in two 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers in the coming days,” SAFA stated. “Coach

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Witbooi & Chiefs Talent Shine As Amajimbos Thump Algeria

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The South African U17 team fought back from 1-3 down to hammer Algeria 7-4 in their opening game of the FIFA U17 TDS 6 Nations tournament in Cote d’Ivoire, with Emile Witbooi, Selwyn Stevens and Neo Bohloko scoring braces. Selwyn Stevens gave Amajimbos the early lead in the seventh minute, but Algeria hit back almost immediately and it was 1-1 in the 9th minute. The Algerians went ahead from the penalty spot, before making it 3-1 with a screamer, and it looked like the North Africans could run away with the result, with South Africa’s defence looking fragile But Neo

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Rulani Collects First Win

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Rulani Mokwena has celebrate his first win in an official match with Wydad Athletic Club coach, beating JSM 2-0 in the Excellence Cup on Tuesday evening. The former Mamelodi Sundowns coach started his reign in Morocco with a 1-0 defeat in their Botola Pro opener against Maghreb Fes on Friday. However, Mokwena and his new side had a chance to make up for the loss just three days later, in the first round of the Excellence Cup. Mokwena handed Cassius Mailula his first start, but it was Oussama Zemraoui who scored the first goal under the South African tactician, making

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MLS Club Confirm Details Of Blom Deal

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St. Louis City SC have confirmed the details of Njabulo Blom’s loan to Kaizer Chiefs, announcing Kaizer Chiefs have an option to purchase their academy product. Earlier on Tuesday, Nasreddine Nabi had confirmed Blom’s arrival during the betway Premiership launch before the club also announced the return of the 24-year-old on loan. Blom’s Major League Soccer side also confirmed the loan, stating it runs until June 2025, and includes a purchase option. “St. Louis CITY SC loaned midfielder Njabulo Blom to South African Premiership club Kaizer Chiefs F.C through the June 2025. Kaizer Chiefs have the option to purchase following

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Broos Discusses Disgruntled Tau After Bafana Snub

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos believes it’s a good sign that Percy Tau is not happy about not being included in the squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Tau, 30, has not made Broos’ final 23-man squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Uganda (6 September) and South Sudan (10 September). Broos had explained that he felt Tau wasn’t in the right head-space for the match due to the constant criticism he has been receiving during previous Bafana appearances and his uncertain future at Al Ahly. The winger, though, insisted that he has no

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Kaizer Jr Explains Blom Return

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Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Junior has explained why the club brought academy product Njabulo Blom back. Blom, 24, came through the club’s youth levels and made his first-team debut in 2019. However in December 2022 he joined Major League Soccer club St. Louis City. He initially featured regularly under Bradley Carnell but somewhat struggled for game-time when the former Chiefs defender got sacked. On Tuesday, Chiefs announced the return of their former midfielder on loan, with Motaung Jr. saying he is a “valuable addition” to Nasreddine Nabi’s squad. “We are excited to welcome Njabulo back to the team.

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Official: Chiefs Sign Bafana Defender

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Kaizer Chiefs have announced the signing of Bradley Cross from Golden Arrows, as first reported by iDiski Times. Cross, 23, has penned a four-year deal at Naturena and was unveiled on Tuesday. “Kaizer Chiefs are delighted to welcome their sixth signings of the current transfer window, Bradley Cross, from Golden Arrows,” the club stated. Cross himself expressed his excitement about joining Chiefs: “I am honoured to be part of such a prestigious Club. I am ready to give my best and help Kaizer Chiefs achieve their goals and objectives,” he stated. Cross came through the Bidvest Wits Academy before joining

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Nabi Confirms Next Marquee Chiefs Signing

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Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi has confirmed the return of midfielder Njabulo Blom. Blom, 24, was a regular under former coach Bradley Carnell, and has featured in 37 games in all competitions for the American club. But he is now seemingly not in the plans of new coach John Hackworth, and was recently suspended by the club for transgressing internal rules. On Tuesday, Nabi confirmed Blom’s move back to Naturena during the launch of the Betway Premiership, as first called by Farpost. “I’m very happy for Njabulo, ex player, he is a boy from the family,” he told journalists. “I’m

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