Ex-Downs Analyst – How Cardoso & Rulani Will Approach CAFCL Clash

Former Mamelodi Sundowns performance analyst Goolam Valodia has shared his views on how he thinks Miguel Cardoso and MC Alger mentor Rulani Mokwena will likely approach their crucial CAF Champions league encounter this coming weekend. Sundowns and Alger meet in a deciding Group C clash on Valentine’s Day in Pretoria with a win for either side qualifying them for the knockout stage. The Algerian side is second in the group with seven points while the 2016 champions are third with six points both from five outings. Valodia spent 15 years at Chloorkop and worked with the two coaches at different

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Magesi Give Official Update On Maduka

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Magesi Football Club Public Relations Officer Abel Rakoma has confirmed that John Maduka has been placed on recess, and the club is currently assessing his performance in the first half of the season. Maduka was suspended by the club and missed the clash against Orlando Pirates which they lost and was absent for the Nedbank Cup clash against Upington City. Alan Freese has been named as leading candidate to replace Maduka, but the club’s PRO insisted they are still assessing the coach’s performance and will hopefully conclude the process by the end of this week. “The club has decided to

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Pitso Shares His View On Badela

Veteran South African coach Pitso Mosimane has shared his thoughts on coach Sinethemba Badela, following the latter’s recent dismissal from Durban City. The 36-year-old tactician was shown the exit door after a brief spell in charge of the KwaZulu-Natal outfit, having overseen just three matches. During that period, Badela recorded two victories and suffered a single defeat. Badela had been appointed head coach in December, at a time when the Africa Cup of Nations was underway in Morocco.  It is understood that the club felt the process of instilling Badela’s new style of play would require more time for the

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Khune – He’s Taken His Game To A New Level

Kaizer Chiefs legend Itumeleng Khune has hailed the incredible transformation of goalkeeper Brandon Petersen and his leadership qualities shining through this season. Petersen, 31, has been among the shining lights of the Chiefs squad this season, with 15 clean sheets in 25 games across all competitions as they in contention for the league and one game from qualifying for the CAF Confederation Cup knockout stages. And Khune, their last goalkeeper who had the armband before Petersen, has now secured this season amidst his impressive form has earned lavish praise from the former Amakhosi stopper. “Being a leader of the team

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All Nedbank Cup Last 16 Teams Confirmed

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After AmaZulu and Milford booked their spot in the Nedbank Cup Last 16, all teams to enter Wednesday’s draw have been confirmed. AmaZulu needed extra-time to beat 10-men Polokwane City on Tuesday evening. Taariq Fielies scored the opener after 10 minutes and Batlhabane Moketsi got sent off for Rise and Shine after 33. However, Lebohang Nkaki equalized from the spot for Polokwane in the 45th minute, and managed to hold onto the draw after 90 minutes, forcing extra-time. But eventually AmaZulu found the winner via Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya in the 113th minute. In the other Tuesday tie, Milford beat Soweto Super

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Ndah Spotted At New PSL Club

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Stellenbosch FC are assessing former Orlando Pirates defender Olisa Ndah after his exit in the recent transfer window. This publication can exclusively confirm that Ndah is being assessed by Stellenbosch FC, he started training this morning with hope of securing a contract under Gavin Hunt. The 28-year old made 81 appearances for the Buccaneers, where he was somewhat of a fan favorite, however he was troubled by injuries. The Nigerian international won three MTN8 and two Nedbank Cup trophies with the Buccaneers, but club and player opted to part ways in the recent transfer window. He last played an official

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Doc – We Can’t Afford To Lose Sundowns

Bafana Bafana and Kaizer Chiefs legend Doctor Khumalo is hopeful that Mamelodi Sundowns get their house in order for the sake of the national team. Khumalo, who is widely considered one of the finest players in South African football history was speaking as an ambassador of Chiefs at their partnership annoucement with Carling Black Label on Tuesday morning, reflecting on an interesting 2025/26 season. With Orlando Pirates, Sundowns and Chiefs occupying the top three, Khumalo was quizzed whether the off the field issues in the Masandawana technical team is something the Soweto giants should take advantage of this season, he

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Mdu On Difficulty Of Playing For Chiefs 

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Kaizer Chiefs attacking midfielder Mduduzi Shabalala has reflected on the challenges and criticism he has faced since breaking into the club’s first team. The 22-year-old made his senior debut in 2022 at the age of 18, featuring against Moroka Swallows.  Since then, his journey has been something of a rollercoaster, marked by impressive performances as well as periods where he came under scrutiny when results or form did not go his way. In the 100 appearances he has made for the Phefeni Glamour Boys across all competitions, Shabalala has scored 11 goals and registered six assists. The midfielder acknowledged that

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Mokwena Candid Ahead Of Crunch Downs Clash

Mouloudia Club d’Alger head coach Rulani Mokwena has refrained from talking about the Mamelodi Sundowns clash after a massive win over Al Hilal SC on Friday night. Following back-to-back wins against DRC side FC Saint Eloi Lupopo and Sudanese side Al Hilal SC, Mokwena’s Alger find themselves in a qualification spot and need only a draw in their last game against Sundowns in Pretoria. Alger have a bad away record in the CAFCL group stages after losing both away games against Al Hilal in Rwanda and suffered a late defeat against Lupopo in Lubumbashi. After the game on Friday, as

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