Mngqithi on VAR – ‘Next Season is Too Far’

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Golden Arrows coach Manqoba Mngqithi believes that the implementation of VAR next season is too distant, suggesting that by then, some teams may have already been relegated or lost championships due to incorrect officiating.   Mngqithi shared his thoughts following a 2-1 loss to Mamelodi Sundowns on Wednesday night at Loftus Versfeld.  Earlier that day, South African Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture Gayton McKenzie confirmed that payment had been made to SAFA for the introduction of VAR in PSL matches.  While Mngqithi accepts that the system could be rolled out next season, he emphasizes that officials should receive VAR assistance

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Allende – It Made Me Grow Faster

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Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Marcelo Allende has reflected on his journey towards professional football and how representing his country accelerated his development. Allende, 26, made his senior debut for Chile at the age of 22 under then head coach Martin Lasarte – the highly-rated Uruguayan tactician once also at the helm of Al Ahly. It was an inevitable rise for the talented midfielder who captained the U20 and U17 sides, where he led them to the U17 FIFA World Cup last round of 16 and the South American games title at U20 level. His potential was clear and earned the attentions

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Junior On Two Strikers For Pirates Next Season

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iDiski TV analyst Junior Khanye has urged Orlando Pirates to bring back Tshegofatso Mabasa from his loan stint and sign Ceramica Cleopatra striker Fagrie Lakay. Mabasa was shipped off to Stellenbosch FC on a season-long loan deal while Pirates cashed in on Andre De Jong who went in the opposite opposite direction. The 29-year-old Bucs marksman fell out of favour at the Buccaneers under Abdeslam Ouaddou this campaign. He has, however, had a good start at the Cape Winelands outfit netting two goals in seven matches. Lakay has been in superb form at the Egyptian club making 19 league appearances

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Zwane on Facing Giants Killers Casric

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AmaZulu FC head coach Arthur Zwane has shared his views ahead of their clash with giant killers Casric Stars, the side that stunned Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup. Few expected the Motsepe Foundation Championship outfit to cause an upset at Orlando Stadium, but Casric Stars delivered a shock result by eliminating the Buccaneers to book their place in the quarterfinals. Usuthu will host the lower-division side at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday, with kick-off scheduled for 3pm as both teams battle for a place in the semifinals. Zwane admitted that preparing for Casric Stars will be challenging, as his

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Lorch Continues Fine Form for Al Ittihad

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South African forward Thembinkosi Lorch has continued to impress since moving abroad, scoring his second goal for Libyan giants Al Ittihad as he maintains strong early form at the club. The 32-year-old attacker completed a move to the Libyan side during the January transfer window. This was after leaving Moroccan powerhouse Wydad Casablanca, where he had been a key player.  Lorch was not the only arrival from Wydad. He also reunited with former teammate Stephane Aziz Ki following their joint move to North Africa. Since settling in Libya, Lorch has quickly become an important figure in the team’s attack.  On

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Kaizer Jr On Benni & Pitso Rumours

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Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jr says he cannot talk about rumours linking the club with Pitso Mosimane and Benni McCarthy when he still has the current coaches in the job. Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef took over as co-coaches after Nasreddine Nabi left earlier in the campaign and did well in the first half, collecting 30 points from 15 games, with the club only conceding six goals. However, after losing five of their last six games, Chiefs have dropped to fifth on the log and were knocked out of the CAF Confederation Cup and the Nedbank Cup.

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Baloyi – Which Coach I’d Pick For Chiefs

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Kaizer Chiefs legend Brian Baloyi has endorsed astute South African tactician Pitso Mosimane as the suitable candidate for the Amakhosi coaching job. Current coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef have come under increasing pressure following the team’s poor run of form, with Chiefs losing four consecutive matches across all competitions. The Soweto giants have already missed out on trophies this season, with only the Betway Premiership still mathematically within reach. However, Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates remain the strongest contenders as they continue to battle at the top of the table. Baloyi feels “the bus is too big” for

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Pirates & Sundowns DDC Title Tussle Continues

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The DStv Diski Challenge title contest is set to intensify this week as Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns seek to gain the upper hand, with neither side being able to afford complacency. Pirates have turned the UJ Soweto Campus a fortress this season they as haven’t lost at home so far and take on Golden Arrows on Saturday morning with hope of keeping their lead at the top. Joy Manana is expected to be a key man for Pirates in this fixture being their current top goalscorer with eight goals while Arrows have been struggling currently sitting in 10th place

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Motaung Jnr Clears The Air On ‘Fabricated’ Mdu, Vilakazi Talk

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Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jnr has slammed reports suggesting midfield duo Mduduzi Shabalala and Mfundo Vilakazi were dropped over alleged discipline issues at the club. The academy products were notable absentees from the Soweto Derby squad, where in the build-up to the game, there were reports surfacing on social media over the club disciplining both players for alleged off the field issues. That was quickly denied in the post-match press conference by head coach Cedric Kaze and reiterated by agent Mike Makaab – with an injury for Vilakazi and Shabalala said to have been left out for tactical

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