Liverpool Defender Reveals South African Roots

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Promising Liverpool defender Carter Pinnington has revealed that he could represent South Africa due to parental roots. The 19-year-old centre-back, speaking an in interview with the club’s media channels revealed that his father was born in South Africa, which could see him take dual citizenship and represent the country. Having represented England at U15, U17 and U18 level, the towering defender is viewed as a major prospect for the future and has been an ever-present figure in the Premier League 2 side this season, missing only one game. In a candid ‘get-to-know’ interview on the club’s account he stated when asked

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Kaze Sounds Alarm After Consecutive Victories

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Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze has cautioned his players not to get ahead of themselves following back-to-back victories in the Betway Premiership. Amakhosi showed resilience by bouncing back strongly in their last two outings after enduring a difficult spell that saw them lose four consecutive matches across all competitions. They edged Durban City 1-0 in midweek before producing another solid performance to beat Magesi FC 2-0 over the weekend. Despite the improved form and consecutive clean sheets, Kaze has stressed the importance of staying grounded and maintaining focus as the season progresses. “I always believe that the difficult moments that

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PSL Monthly Award Winners Announced

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The Premier Soccer League (PSL) have announced the Player, Coach and Goal of the Month Awards for March. Both Miguel Cardoso and Relebohile Mofokeng won back-to-back awards after being named Coach of the Month and Player of the Month for March, respectively. “Cardoso secures back-to-back Coach of the Month awards after guiding Mamelodi Sundowns to four wins from four matches, all crucial results that have strengthened their bid in the title race,” the PSL stated. “He edged out strong competition from Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou and AmaZulu FC head coach Arthur Zwane, who has guided AmaZulu into the

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Broos – I Was A Little Surprised About This…

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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has weighed in on the 3-4-2-1 formation he explored with at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the criticism that followed. Broos deviated from his usual back-four, which he’s done on a few occasions over his five years at the helm, against Morocco in Rabat, Nigeria in the 2023 AFCON semi-final and the last-16 of the 2025 AFCON against Cameroon. In all three occasions, Bafana has lost, albeit producing impressive displays in the fixtures against the Super Eagles and the Indomitable Lions. Relebohile Mofokeng and Oswin Appollis featured as a double 10 behind

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Benni Responds To Criticism In Kenya

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Kenya national team coach Benni McCarthy says he’s not really bothered by the criticism he has faced at the helm of the East African nation and that if anything he’d be concerned if there weren’t any. McCarthy the all-time top goal scorer for South Africa was appointed the Harambee Stars mentor last March in the middle of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers which the side wasn’t successful at. The coach also oversaw the side’s impressive CHAN campaign held in the region last year where they finished in the quarter-final stage. He’s recorded six wins, five losses and three draws

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Doc Shares Views On Maseko & Hlongwane Returns

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Former Bafana Bafana midfield maestro Doctor Khumalo has welcomed the return of wing duo Thapelo Maseko and Bongokuhle Hlongwane who he believes have earned their places. Maseko is currently on loan in the Cyprus first division with AEL Limassol after struggling for game time at Mamelodi Sundowns this season. The attacker has two goals across all competitions at his new side since joining them in January. The last time he was with the senior national team was in February 2024 and now finds himself in contention for selection of the World Cup as he’s been included in the side to

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Broos Eager To See If Returning Duo Take Chances

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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has urged returning wingers Bongokuhle Hlongwane and Thapelo Maseko to take their chances and offer selection headaches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hlongwane, 25, last featured for the country in 2023 in a World Cup qualifier against Rwanda, the last of his 18 senior international caps, where he’s netted four goals in the process. ALSO READ: Panama Coach – Why We Picked BafanaWhy Matuludi Can Be In Final WC Squad – Mohafe It was due to a lack of form at club level with Major League Soccer (MLS) side Minnesota United, but due to

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Booth Backs Okon As ‘Fantastic Talent’

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Former Bafana Bafana defender Matthew Booth has labelled some reactions to Ime Okon’s call-up as disgraceful and lauded him as a ‘fantastic talent’ for the national team. Okon, 22, returns to the senior national team after gaining five caps at the Cosafa Cup where he scored one goal, but the first full call-up under Hugo Broos. Having missed out on two previous squads due to injury, Okon replaces the injured Siyabonga Ngezana of FCSB, the only change in central defence from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations squad. However, there’s been sections on social media that has not been welcoming

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Tinkler Makes Honest Admission About Sekhukhune’s Recent Run

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Sekhukhune United coach Eric Tinkler has made an honest admission about his team in the second round of 2025/26 season.  Babina Noko were among the standout sides earlier in the campaign, at one stage sitting third and firmly in the top four. However, their form has dipped, with the team now down to sixth place on 34 points after 22 matches. A 1-0 loss to Golden Arrows this past weekend extended their winless run to four league games and five across all competitions.  Tinkler admitted their recent performances have been “disappointing,” noting they are lacking confidence and belief. “We’re having

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