Parker Provides Update On Future After Coaching Offer

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Premier Soccer League legend Bernard Parker has confirmed his appointment as the new TS Galaxy DStv Diski Challenge head coach. Parker was offered the chance to move into coaching by club owner Tim Sukazi last month, as first reported by iDiski Times. However, the iconic forward received offers to continue his career as a player which left him mulling over his next move. Die Hond has since confirmed on his official social media accounts, he’s accepted the offer from the Rockets and officially retired from professional football. “Thank You for the opportunity Mr chairman Tim Sukazi, TS Galaxy family and

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AmaZulu In Talks With Former Downs & Pirates Defender

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AmaZulu are in advanced talks with experienced defender Kwanda Mngonyama as they look to bolster their defensive options. With the club finishing 11th in the DStv Premiership last season, head coach Pablo Franco Martin will be aiming for a strong start in his second season. With the likes of Ramahlwe Mphahlele and Mbongeni Gumede receiving new deals, Mngonyama has been identified as a prime target to add to the squad. The towering defender who was on the books of Moroka Swallows last season before this month’s status sale to Marumo Gallants, holds extensive top-flight experience. He was spotted at the club’s

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Ex-Downs Defender Resurfaces At PSL Rivals

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Shortly after his exit from Mamelodi Sundowns, defender Brian Mandela Onyango could soon land himself a new club after he resurfaced at SuperSport United. Onyango left the Chloorkop-based outfit at the end of June 2024 after the club opted not to renew his contract upon its expiration. He joined Sundowns from Maritzburg United in July 2019 but was used sparingly during his three-year stay. The 29-year-old made just over 60 appearances and scored two goals in Masandawana colours. He won six trophies during his time in Tshwane, including three league titles and the African Football League. Last season, he was

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Official: Monare Unveiled By New Club After Pirates Exit

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Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Thabang Monare has been unveiled as one of three new signings by Sekhukhune United, as first reported by iDiski Times. Monare, 34, was part of the  South Africa national team squad that secured third place at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. However, he fell out of favour under Jose Riveiro at Pirates and the club announced his exit upon the expiry of his contract. Monare, though, was quickly snapped up by Babina Noko and iDiski Times sources confirmed he’s put pen-to-paper on a two-year deal. Babina Noko will have an option to extend the deal by a further season when his

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Official: Pirates Reveal 24/25 Away Kit

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Orlando Pirates have revealed a teaser for the club’s new away kit for the 2024/25 season. After they already published a teaser for the 2024/25 home kit, which had been leaked on social media, an away kit had also made the rounds online. On Friday, Pirates confirmed on social media they will officially unveil the new home and away kit on 22 July. Let us know your thoughts on the new kit!

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Official: Ex-Pirates Coach Announces Raja Exit

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Josef Zinnbauer’s assistant Fadlu Davids has announced his exit from Raja Athletic Club after their unbeaten double campaign. The former Orlando Pirates co-head coach is set to be unveiled as new Simba coach, as first reported by iDiski Times. For Davids to move to the Tanzanian giants, he had to end his deal with Raja after their ‘Invincibles’ campaign in the technical team of Josef Zinnbauer. Raja won the Botola Pro unbeaten, winning 21 games, drawing nine to beat incoming Kaizer Chiefs coach, Nasreddine Nabi’s ASFAR by one point. A week later, they also beat ASFAR in the Throne Cup

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Kekana On Downs’ CAFCL Hoodoo

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Mamelodi Sundowns defender Grant Kekana has shared his thoughts on why they’ve struggled to win the CAF Champions League, saying great things take time. The Brazilians clinched their first continental trophy in 2016 under the stewardship of Pitso Mosimane, but it has since eluded them. They enjoyed a record-breaking 2023/24 season where they secured a double that included the DStv Premiership title and the inaugural African Football League (AFL) trophy, however exited the continental showpiece in the semi-finals – the second season in a row they could only manage a last four finish, which ultimately led to Rulani Mokwena’s sacking

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Another Downs Technical Team Member Leaves

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Mamelodi Sundowns fitness trainer Sibusiso Mahlangu has submitted his resignation letter at the club, iDiski Times has learnt. The club is currently going through transformation following the shock departure of Rulani Mokwena despite him winning the DStv Premiership title, African Football League and being named Coach of the Season. The likes of Bongani Zungu and Junior Mendieta have also left the club ahead of the 2024/25 season, where the club is also expected to shuffle things up in the technical area. Assistant coach Manqoba Mngqithi is currently running the rule over things at the Chloorkop-based outfit ahead of their pre-season

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Ex-Bafana Midfielder Spotted In Cape Town

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A former Bafana Bafana midfielder has been spotted at Cape Town Spurs as they prepare for life in the Motsepe Foundation Championship. In what could be a ‘double reunion’, former Maritzburg United midfielder Daylon Claasen has been training with Ernst Middendorp’s recently relegated side. It would not only be a reunion with his former Maritzburg coach, but also at Ikamva, with Claasen having come through at Ajax Cape Town (now Spurs) before moving to Ajax Amsterdam. Spurs returned to training this week as they look to bounce back to the DStv Premiership immediately under the German mentor. Claasen, 34, has

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