Rulani Suffers Back-To-Back Defeats

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Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena has suffered back-to-back defeats for the first time since joining MC Alger. Mokwena’s side got knocked out of the CAF Champions League last weekend after losing 2-0 to Masandawana, with the Premier Soccer League advancing to the quarter-finals. On Friday, Alger returned to league football but suffered a last-minute defeat to Oran away from home. The home side opened the scoring after 23 minutes via Boubacar Traore, but Alger equalized before the break thanks to Zinedine Ferhat. However, when it looked like the game would end in a draw, an own goal by Ayoub

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Edition 243 – Sundowns & Phiri

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The 243rd edition of iDiski Times is out now — packed with features, exclusive interviews, and powerful voices from across the football world. Matshelane Mamabolo reflects on Mamelodi Sundowns’ successful qualification for the CAF Champions League knockout stages match for the eighth successive season. Lethabo Kganyago chatted with new Sekhukhune United midfielder Lebo Phiri about the former Bafana Bafana midfielder’s return to South Africa after over a decade. Sinethemba Sithole caught up with former Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana striker Jerry Tshabalala, who has some advice for Bafana coach Hugo Broos. Lethabo also managed to catch up with and chat

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Mourinho Statement Was Very Wrong – Benni

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Legendary former Bafana Bafana striker Benni McCarthy feels that Jose Mourinho should acknowledge he made a mistake with his “very wrong” comments in the Vinicius Jnr saga. The Benfica manager spoke immediately after match saying Vinicius had been “disrespectful” in how he celebrated his goal making mention of the club’s legendary striker Eusebio as proof that the Portuguese outfit is not a racist club. The Real Madrid forward scored the only goal in Los Blancos’ 1-0 Champions League win against Benfica on Tuesday. Vinicius was then booked for his goal celebration with the match further marred by the alleged racist

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Maseko Nets In Away Win For Limassol

On loan Mamelodi Sundowns attacker Thapelo Maseko recorded his name on the scoresheet yet again as AEL Limassol overcame bottom dwellers E.N. Paralimniou 2-0 in the Cyprus League at Tasos Markou Stadium on Friday night. The 23-year-old joined the Cypriot outfit in January 2026 after failing to break into Miguel Cardoso’s star-studded side. ALSO READ: Maseko Set For Downs ExitMaseko Shares Emotions After ‘First Start in 662 Days’ Maseko expressed his desire to leave the club publicly in search of regular game-time with the club later caving in on his request. He also recently came forth to give an emotional

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Sibisi Reacts To Sundowns Defeat

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Orlando Pirates captain Nkosinathi Sibisi has admitted that they were left to rue their missed chances in their Betway Premiership defeat to rivals Mamelodi Sundowns. The two sides clashed in a top-of-the-table encounter at the FNB Stadium on Wednesday night with Masandawana coming out victorious. The Buccaneers faced an uphill task to get themselves back in the game after trailing 2-0 at the break thanks to Colombian striker Brayan León Muñiz’s double. Patrick Maswanganyi did pull one back for the home side but Sundowns held on to claim maximum points and cut the gap at the top to just three

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Tinkler On Teams Who Will Decide Title Race

Sekhukhune United head coach Eric Tinkler reckons AmaZulu, Kaizer Chiefs, TS Galaxy and themselves will have a say in the Betway Premiership title race. Babina Noko find themselves in third place just six points behind league leaders Orlando Pirates. Tinkler’s side still have 36 points to play for which could take them to 68 points if they win all their games and surpass his target of 54 points. Speaking with the media in the Nedbank Cup presser, Tinkler mentioned that Chiefs, AmaZulu and Galaxy will have a say when it comes to who wins the league. “I don’t think the

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Cardoso – Why Khoza Played In DDC

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has explained why Malibongwe Khoza featured in the DDC this past weekend. Khoza has struggled for game time, particularly in the Betway Premiership and CAF Champions League matches. He last featured in the Nedbank Cup clash against Gomora United, where he played the full 90 minutes as the Brazilians secured a 2–1 victory to advance to the next round. Many were surprised when Khoza turned out for the DDC side against Golden Arrows this past weekend. Cardoso explained that there was a need to move him to the reserve team in order to gain valuable

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Ouaddou – What Destabilised Rele Against Sundowns

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has explained what he believes destabilised Relebohile Mofokeng during their clash against Mamelodi Sundowns. The Buccaneers suffered a 2–1 defeat to Masandawana in their Betway Premiership encounter at the FNB Stadium on Wednesday night. Mofokeng was among the players who faced criticism from supporters and analysts for not making a significant impact in the match.  It was a difficult outing for Ezimnyama Ngenkani, who could not assert their usual dominance — something they often display against other opponents in the league. Ouaddou admitted that tactical adjustments may have affected the young midfielder’s performance.  He revealed

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Pirates Give Mbule & de Jong Boost For Casric Tie

Orlando Pirates have provided an update that midfielder Sipho Mbule and Andre de Jong could be handed starts in Saturday’s Nedbank Cup. The Buccaneers are seeking redemption after suffering defeat to Mamelodi Sundowns in the Betway Premiership on Wednesday night. ALSO READ: Ouaddou Addresses Sibisi’s Injury ConcernsOuaddou Explains Makgopa Absence Vs Downs Brayan León Muñiz bagged a brace as the defending champions saw off Pirates 2-1 at FNB Stadium while Patrick Maswanganyi netted the consolation for the hosts. Abdeslam Ouaddou’s charges thus missed out on the chance to extend their lead at the summit of the log to nine points

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