Official: Chiefs Announce First January Signing

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Kaizer Chiefs have announced their first January signing after DRC striker Christian Saile Basomboli joined the club from Zambia Super League side Nchanga Rangers. The forward bid farewell to his former club’s supporters and teammates last week Saturday after scoring two goals in a 2-1 win over Zanaco. He impressed Arthur Zwane and the Chiefs technical team on trial during the 2022 FIFA World Cup break, as previously reported by iDiski Times, and was not officially announced. “Kaizer Chiefs are pleased to announce the signing of Congolese 22-year-old left-footed striker Christian Saile Basomboli,” the club said via a statement. “Basomboli

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Nteo’s Days Numbered, Could Maduka Return?

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Abram Nteo’s days as the head coach of Royal AM could be numbered, with John Maduka considered for a potential return, according to iDiski Times sources. This comes after Royal AM boss Shauwn Mkhize was left unimpressed with the loss 3-1 to Maritzburg United at Harry Gwala Stadium on Sunday. MaMkhize, according to our sources, held a meeting with the club’s technical staff at Beverly Hills hotel in Umhlanga on Tuesday and “things were very tense”. The discussions were about how the club can improve the results, as they have won two of their last 12 games in all competitions.

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Ralani Downs Exit Looming?

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Mamelodi Sundowns forward Surprise Ralani is in the last six months of his contract and could be leaving the club by the end of the season. The 35-year-old joined Sundowns in January 2022 from Cape Town City and signed an 18-month contract. Since then he has made 21 appearances in all competitions for Sundowns, and scored five goals. The former Helsingborgs IF winger won two trophies with Downs which included the league title. But he has struggled for game-time at Chloorkop, as he only made five appearances this season in all competitions, scoring one goal and assisting on one occasion.

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Zwane On Threat Of Losing Chiefs Job

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Kaizer Chiefs head coach Arthur Zwane has addressed the pressures of potentially losing his job due to their inconsistent run of form. Chiefs start to 2023 has epitomised Zwane’s reign since replacing Stuart Baxter as head coach – a promising 2-0 away win over Golden Arrows, followed by defeats to Sekhukhune United at home and a 4-0 trouncing against AmaZulu at Moses Mabhida Stadium last week. It’s brought widespread frustration within the club’s fan base and visibly within the squad as they get to grips with the inconsistencies that come with building a squad with limited experience of winning silverware.

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De Jong Poised For PSL Switch

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Royal AM forward Andre de Jong looks poised for a switch to Stellenbosch, iDiski Times understands. Stellies parted ways with DR Congo winger William Likuta earlier this week and while it’s yet to be officially confirmed by the club – they are looking at his replacement already. There lack of goals (16) in 17 DStv Premiership outings have seen them turn their attention to the New Zealand international – who started the season off in impressive form but lost his place in the starting eleven under co-coaches Khabo Zondo and Abram Nteo. Before Zondo was redeployed into the development structures

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Pitso Sends Message To Tau

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Pitso Mosimane has sent a message of encouragement to Percy Tau after his return to team training with Al Ahly. Tau had just returned from injury and re-earned his place in the Al Ahly starting with two goals before a muscle injury once again disrupted him in December. He has now returned to team training and seems edging closer to take to the field again, with Mosimane wishing him injury-free 2023. “Top player. I wish 2023 keeps you away from injuries,” he wrote on social media. “Don’t worry too much, you are still a quality player to be play at

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Official: Pirates Announce Marquee Signing

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Orlando Pirates have announced the signing of Cameroon striker Souaibou Marou on a two-year deal. The Buccaneers finally completed the signing of the 22-year-old striker, who was part of Rigobert Song’s World Cup squad with Cameroon, despite being upset about details of the deal being leaked to the media. Marou himself had already announced his deal in December, but Pirates now stated they concluded his signing on Wednesday and he will his first training session on Thursday. “Orlando Pirates Football Club is pleased to announce the signing of Souaibou Marou from Coton Sport,” the club said via a statement. “The

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Zwane Praises ‘Beast’ Downs Ahead Of Chiefs Clash

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Kaizer Chiefs head coach Arthur Zwane has praised Mamelodi Sundowns as a club which built their success on continuity over the last few years to become the “beast” they are today. Masandawana currently lead the DStv Premiership log, sitting currently 14 points ahead of second-placed Richards Bay and 19 points ahead of Chiefs. Sundowns have also won 11 games in a row and could set a new Premier Soccer League record should they beat Zwane and his men on Saturday at FNB Stadium. With Downs being runaway leaders and in line to lift their sixth successive league trophy, Zwane insisted

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Official: Moseamedi Lands New PSL Club

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Marumo Gallants have announced the signing of Judas Moseamedi on a six-month contract. Moseamedi recently parted ways with Stellenbosch FC after spending one-and-half seasons with the Cape Winelands side, where made 32 appearances and scored six goals. At Gallants, Moseamedi will be a direct replacement for Junior Sede Dion, who joined AmaZulu earlier this month, as reported earlier on Wednesday by iDiski Times. “Marumo Gallants F.C. is delighted to secure the services of the former Stellenbosch F.C striker, Judas Moseamedi,” “The Limpopo-born goal poacher couldn’t hide his excitement after penning down a six month contract with Bahlabane ba Ntwa which

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