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Yanga Secure Kariakoo Derby Bragging Rights In Davids Debut

African Football, Featured, SA Stars Abroad

Young Africans secured a place in the Community Shield final after a 1-0 win over Fadlu Davids’ Simba SC in their Kariakoo Derby on Thursday evening. In a game that marked Fadlu David’s competitive debut for the Simba since being appointed as head coach, it was a lively display but the experience of their fierce rivals counted in their favour. DR Congo international midfielder Maxi Nzengeli scored the only goal of the game in the opening half and it was enough to secure the bragging rights in the Derby at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium and a place in the final.

Makaringe – Why I Chose City After Pirates Exit

Featured, Local, MTN8

After his exit from Orlando Pirates, Fortune Makaringe has explained his decision to join Cape Town City, and why he chose the Citizens. The 31-year-old midfielder who started his professional career at Maritzburg United, spent five years with the Buccaneers, playing in 149 games in all competitions. Speaking to the media ahead of City’s MTN8 game against Sekhukhune United, Makaringe was asked about joining City, and being greeted by terrible wet and cold weather over the last month. “Well, to be honest with you this was a decision that had a lot of factors in it,” Makaringe said. “And especially

Allende On Not Receiving Recognition At PSL Awards

Betway Premiership, Featured, Local

Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Marcelo Allende is unbothered about receiving no accolades at the Premier Soccer League awards since his arrival at the club. Allende, who turned 25 in April is widely considered one of the finest midfielders on the continent at present and has emerged a vital component of Sundowns’ midfield. Since his reported $3-million transfer from Uruguayan side Montevideo City Torque, the one-time capped Chile international has been a mainstay in the starting line-up with 77 appearances since July 2022. And while they have dominated the domestic scene, several Sundowns players perhaps have been overlooked due to squad rotation

Sekhukhune Star Sends Warning Over Makgalwa

Featured, Local, MTN8, Transfer Centre

Sekhukhune United midfielder Pogiso Mahlangu says South Africa has not seen what Keletso Makgalwa is really capable of. Makgalwa joined Sekhukhune in the off-season after reviving his career in the Motsepe Foundation Championship with Upington City. The 27-year-old has long been touted as a potential star of local football having been one of the standout players in the reserve league during his time with Mamelodi Sundowns. However, he only managed to play 37 times for the first team, scoring seven goals with two assists while embarking on five separate loan moves before his eventual exit. The player admitted to living

Mngqithi Straightforward About Lorch

Featured, Local, MTN8, Transfer Centre

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi says Thembinkosi Lorch is contracted to the club and has a responsibility to deliver for the club. There’s been question marks surrounding the players’ future after the exit of Rulani Mokwena who was said to be the key figure for his signing from Orlando Pirates. Speculation has been overdrive that the club may deem his surplus to requirements as the club’s Sporting Director Flemming Berg was not particularly keen on his transfer. When asked about his head space going into the new season, as he returned from injury, Mngqithi stated he’s looking good and returning

Ralani Turns Down PSL Side

Featured, Local, Motsepe Foundation Championship, Transfer Centre

Former Mamelodi Sundowns forward Surprise Ralani has rejected an offer from Motsepe Championship outfit Maritzburg United. The Team of Choice got relegated to the MFC two seasons ago and will be fighting for promotion to the elite league this campaign after narrowly missing out on qualifying for the PSL/promotional playoffs in 2023/24. After doing so well in the KZN Premier’s Cup, reaching the final where they lost to Royal AM, the KwaZulu-Natal outfit is looking to bolster its playing personnel with more experience. iDiski Times understands that Maritzburg have been hot on Ralani’s heels since he parted ways with Cape

Comitis Makes Surprise Erasmus Claim

Betway Premiership, Featured, Local

Cape Town City boss John Comitis is looking to lure former Orlando Pirates striker Kermit Erasmus back to the club. Erasmus, 34, is currently a free agent and has been without a club since parting ways with the Buccaneers upon the expiration of his contract on June 30. The former Mamelodi Sundowns marksman spent two seasons at Mayfair, winning four trophies – two Nedbank Cups and two MTN8 trophies, and Comitis is keen to once again being reunited with Erasmus who played for the Mother City outfit between 2019-2020 before being snapped up by Masandawana. “I’ve just returned from Europe,

SAFA Make Major Announcement

Bafana Bafana, Banyana Banyana, Featured, Local

The South African Football Association have announced a four-year extension of their partnership with SABC on Thursday. With things on the up for Bafana Bafana under coach Hugo Broos, and Banyana Banyana preparing to defend their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title, controversies around SAFA have also gone quieter for a bit. Earlier in the week, SAFA announced the return of Advocate Tebogo Motlanthe to take up the vacant position of COO. On Thursday, SAFA announced an extension of their partnership with the SABC, which has been existing for 32 years now. “It’s my great honour to announce that SAFA

PSL Make Important MTN8 Announcement

Featured, Local, MTN8

The Premier Soccer League have announced that the draw for the MTN8 semi-finals will take place on Sunday. Two MTN8 quarter-finals were played already, with Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch FC advancing. The defending champions needed extra-time to beat SuperSport United 3-1, while Stellies celebrated their ninth win in 12 clashes with TS Galaxy. This weekend, Sekhukhune United host Cape Town City on Saturday, before the clash between Mamelodi Sundowns and Polokwane City takes place on Sunday. On Thursday, the PSL confirmed the draw for the semi-finals will take place right after the final quarter-final match. “The MTN8 semi-final draw will