Neymar Weighing Options After Chiefs Trial

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Mozambique international playmaker Amânsio ‘Neymar’ Canhembe is biding his time for his next move after his recent trial at Kaizer Chiefs. Chiefs have yet to make an official offer for the free agent after his trial period at Naturena Village, while Botola Pro outfit Olympique Club de Khouribga have since tabled an offer. But with the Moroccan club languishing 15th in the 16-team division, the former Sporting Lisbon youth player is seemingly not too keen on the idea of relocating to North Africa due to the precarious position at present. Several inquiries have also been made from his homeland about the

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Pitso Collects Another Important Win

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Pitso Mosimane’s Al Ahli have collected back-to-back wins after beating second-placed Al Hazem 1-0 on Wednesday. The South African tactician has remained unbeaten in his 11th game in Saudi Arabia and collected another important win that put his side back into the promotion spots. Al Ahli backed up their 2-1 win over log leaders Al-Faisaly with a 1-0 win over second-placed Al Hazem. It was another tight affair but a goal by Abdullah Al-Mogren in the 73rd minute was enough for Mosimane’s men to secure the three points. The victory sees Al Ahli climb back into the promotion spots after

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SuperSport TV CEO Explains Vernac Commentary Changes

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SuperSport TV CEO Marc Jury spoke to iDiski Times regarding the recent news that local language football commentators would be doing more work from an office base as opposed to live at match venues. In an open discussion Jury walked us through the move, explaining that in the long run, it allows SuperSport to broadcast more matches for fans, while also ensuring more work for  commentators. He also pointed out that the plan for these changes would be across other sporting codes too. A few weeks ago, SuperSport confirmed that all vernacular commentators in football would no longer be commentating

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Motsepe Foundation Championship Round-Up

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Polokwane City got back to winning ways and returned to the top of the Motsepe Foundation Championship after midweek action. City had dropped down a spot on Tuesday after Casric Stars moved temporarily top after beating Cape Town Spurs 1-0. City beat Platinum City Rovers 3-1 on Wednesday thanks to goals from Puleng Marema, Simon Ramabu and Lebohang Nkaki, while Rovers’ goal was an own goal by Bulelani Nikani.  Stanley Muishond grabbed a late winner as Hungry Lions beat La Masia 1-0, while it ended 1-1 between Venda Football Academy and Uthongathi. Meanwhile, bottom-placed Pretoria Callies picked up a morale-boosting

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Folz Addresses Mhango Absence Vs Chiefs

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AmaZulu coach Romain Folz says it is part of the job to make tough decisions to sideline some players when he was questioned about the absence of striker Gabadinho Mhango against Kaizer Chiefs at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Friday. Mhango, who puts his heart on the sleeve when he plays, was surprisingly absent against Amakhosi, with Folz currently seemingly favouring other players over the Malawi international. The former Orlando Pirates striker’s place was taken by Junior Dion, who rewarded the Frenchman coach with a goal, netting the third as they hammered Chiefs 4-0. Bongi Ntuli, who is returning from a

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PSL Makes Nedbank Cup Announcement

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The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has revealed the dates, venues, and kick-off times for the opening round of the Nedbank Cup. The draw took place last week, when some juicy fixtures were drawn out of the glass bowl, with defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns facing Richards Bay, while Kaizer Chiefs will travel to Maritzburg. On Wednesday, the PSL confirmed that the Nedbank Cup last 32 fixtures will kick off on Tuesday, 07 February 2023 with the last fixture being played on Tuesday, 14 February 2023. “Defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns will kick-off proceedings on Tuesday evening when they welcome Richards Bay FC

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Skelem Spotted At Galaxy

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Former Maritzburg United forward Lelethu Skelem is training with TS Galaxy. Skelem recently parted ways with the Team of Choice after spending two seasons at the club and making 28 appearances during which he scored two goals. The 24-year-old won National First Division promotion with Western Cape-based side Stellenbosch FC and that’s where he enjoyed most his football, making 52 appearances and scored five goals. This publication has learnt that Skelem has started training with TS Galaxy but nothing has been negotiated contract wise as yet. Siyadumza recently played to a goalless draw with relegation threatened Swallows this past weekend

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Jali Agent – If Sundowns Don’t Want Him…

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Andile Jali’s agent Mike Makaab has insisted Mamelodi Sundowns need to make a call on the future of the midfielder or else he will look elsewhere. The 32-year-old joined Downs in July 2018 as a free agent after spending four years abroad with KV Oostende but his current deal is coming to an end in June. He has won seven trophies with the Tshwane giants including four league titles. Sundowns head coach Rulani Mokwena has continuously pointed out Jali’s importance to the team and revealed that he’s even using him as an assistant. However, the Matatiela-born midfielder has seen little

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Moseamedi Close To New PSL Club

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Former Stellenbosch FC forward Judas Moseamedi is set to sign with Marumo Gallants, iDiski Times can confirm. Moseamedi recently parted ways with Stellenbosch FC after spending one-and-half seasons with the Cape Winelands side. The 28-year-old made 32 appearances and scored six goals. Before his time at Stellies, the ‘Tzaneen Express’ enjoyed his football at Maritzburg United where he he scored 15 goals in 74 appearances, with of them coming against Kaizer Chiefs and famously earning him the nickname ‘Chiefs Slayer’. This publication has now learnt that Moseamedi will join Marumo Gallants imminently. Bahlabane Baba Ntwaa recently lost Junior Sede Dion

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