Marumo Boss Breaks Silence On Dhludhlu Fake Kidnapping Saga

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Marumo Gallants chairman Abram Sello has broken his silence regarding suspended midfielder Thapelo Dhludhlu’s alleged fake kidnapping. Dhludhlu,27, was reported missing late last month only for him to be reunited with his family early in July after they had alerted the police of the developments. There were claims of a R50, 000 ransom that was demanded from an unidentified person using the player’s phone during his disappearance. Police investigations revealed that the kidnapping was staged and that Dhludhlu owed people money, to which even the minister of Sport Gayton McKenzie posted about on his social media platform X . Sello

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Former Youth Coach – What I Told Rele Before Bucs Exit

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Relebohile Mofokeng’s childhood coach Isaac ‘Ngamla’ Mphashane has revealed what he said to the youngster after helping Orlando Pirates complete a treble last season to move abroad. Mphashane coached the new Royale Union Saint Gilloise attacker in his early years before Mofokeng was identified by the School of Excellence which also paved his path to the Soweto side. The attacker was part of the Bafana Bafana squad that made history by getting out of the group for the first time at the World Cup before signing a four-year deal with the Belgian Pro League side. Mphashane told Rachel Makhura on

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Official: Magesi Announce Exit Of Nine More

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Magesi FC have confirmed the exit of nine players with Kabelo Mahlasela and Thabang Sibanyoni among the notable faces as they campaign in the Motsepe Foundation Championship next season. Dikwena Tsa Meetse lost their topflight status via the PSL Promotional playoffs at the end of the previous season which saw Xanti Pupuma’s Milford FC gain promotion instead. The Limpopo-based outfit has already released six players in the past few days with veteran winger Edmore Chirambadare heading the exit list. Magesi also parted ways with Reagan Van Der Ross, John Mokone, Lehlogonolo Mtshali, Mncedi Vandala and Sifiso Luthuli, Kgothatso Mariba, Samuel

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Former Bafana Analyst Joins PSL Club

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AmaZulu Football Club have announced the appointment of former Bafana Bafana analyst Sinesipho Mali as Head of Football Strategy. Mali brings a wealth of experience to the club, having worked extensively at both international and club levels. His career trajectory includes notable stints at Chippa United and Kaizer Chiefs. Mali also spent four years with the senior national team under Hugo Broos, serving as head of tactical and performance analysis. He played a pivotal role in the team’s bronze medal win at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations and their successful qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. At AmaZulu,

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Ex-Chiefs Player A Step Closer To UCL

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Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Aden McCarthy and his new team Sabah FK have progressed to the second qualifying round for the UEFA Champions League. Sabah eased past Welsh champions The New Saints, beating them 2-1 away from home on Tuesday evening. Both goals were scored before the break, as Sabah progressed 4-1 on aggregate after also winning the home leg 2-0 last week. However, McCarthy remained an unused substitue after making his Sabah debut in the dying minutes of last week’s reverse fixture. Sabah will face Finish champions Kuopion Palloseura, commonly referred to as KuPS, in the second qualifying round for

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Official: Man United Sign WC Star

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Manchester United have announced the signing of Aston Villa midfielder Youri Tielemans on a five-year deal until 2031 for a reported fee of £35m. The Belgian captain, 29, becomes the Red Devils’ second summer signing under head coach Michael Carrick ahead of the resumption of the English Premier League campaign next month. United most recently completed the signing of Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos in a deal worth £37million with the 22-year-old Brazilian putting pen to a five-year contract until June 2031 with the option to extend for a further year. Tielemans’ capture comes after the Old Trafford outfit pulled out

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Tso – Soweto Giants Should Sign Shalulile

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This article was brought to you by Rexona  iDiski TV analyst Benedict Vilakazi is of the opinion that Orlando Pirates should pounce on Peter Shalulile to bolster their attacking department. The Namibian international recently parted ways with Mamelodi Sundowns where he spent six years, making 228 appearances across all competitions, scoring 107 goals and providing 27 assists. It was the striker who requested a clearance from the two-time African champions to seek regular game time elsewhere after struggling for minutes last season. ‘Tso’ hasn’t been particularly impressed with the strikers at Pirates and with the departure of Tshegofatso Mabasa and

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Gallants Announce 8 Exits

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Marumo Gallants have announced eight exits as the club are preparing for a new era under Phuti Mohafe. The latter left his role at Polokwane City to join Gallants in a bid to secure the top eight this campaign, as he revealed exclusively in this week’s iDiski Times e-paper. Paul Matthews was signed as Sporting Director, while Musa Bilankulu and Trevor Mathiane were also added in a complete revamp of the technical team. Gallants have now continued their overhaul in the squad, announcing the exit of Lebogang Mabotija, Washington Arubi, Katekani Mhlongo, Jaison Clifford, Bareng Ledwaba, Edson Khumalo, Siya Nhlapo

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Obrigado Shares Message With Sirino

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Kaizer Chiefs starlet Mfundo Vilakazi has shared a heartfelt message with Gaston Sirino after the latter’s exit from the club was announced. Sirino, 35, left Amakhosi after the club opted against extending his contract. The former Mamelodi Sundowns and Chiefs midfielder is expected to be unveiled by Durban City, as reported by this publication. Meanwhile, Obrigado is with the Chiefs squad in Spain and shared an emotional message on his social media upon the confirmation of Sirino’s exit. “Today is a very sad day for me. It’s hard to put into words how much you mean to me,” he wrote.

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