Official: Former Chiefs Defender Sam Lands New PSL Club

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Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Bongani Sam has been snapped up by Chippa United. The 28-year-old has been in the football wilderness since parting ways with the Glamour Boys in July 2025. Upon arriving at Naturena, the former Orlando Pirates left back was struck by injury and saw his tenure at the club come to an abrupt end without making a single competitive appearance. Though his last club appearance came as far back as December 2023, he featured for Bafana Bafana’s CHAN squad which was during their first-leg qualifier against Egypt. On Saturday afternoon, the Chilli Boys confirmed his capture, with

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Pirates Starting XI Announced

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Orlando Pirates have named their starting line-up for this afternoon’s Betway Premiership clash against Magesi FC at the newly dubbed Orlando Amstel Arena. With both Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs picking up league wins in mid-week, the Buccaneers will be eager to grab maximum points which will see them move into second spot. Abdeslam Ouaddou’s charges did not manage to claim all three points in their last league outing against Sekhukhune United last Saturday with the tie ending in a 0-0 stalemate. Dikwena Tša Meetse on the other hand sit rooted at the base of the league standings. They are

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Ncikazi On Pirates Readiness For Magesi Clash

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Orlando Pirates assistant Coach Mandla Ncikazi believes that their preparations have gone well which should enable them to get maximum points when they take on Magesi. The Buccaneers entertain Dikwena Tša Meetse later this afternoon at the newly dubbed Orlando Amstel Arena. Pirates are still in search of a win in 2026 and could only settle for a share of the spoils against Sekhukhune United, but Ncikazi reckons they have put in the work to come away with a victory from eSgodini. “First game of the new year at home, it’s important that we get a positive result,” he told

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Kaze Gives Update On Dortley, Sirino, Cele, Frosler & Co.

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Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze has provided an update on the injury status of his players ahead of their upcoming CAF group stage clash against Zesco United. Amakhosi faced Zesco United last weekend in Zambia and secured maximum points away from home, thanks to a decisive strike from Pule Mmodi.  The two sides are set to meet again in their fourth group stage encounter on Sunday, 01 February, at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban. Kaze expressed his satisfaction with the availability of Gaston Sirino, who is fit and ready for selection.  However, he confirmed that George Matlou, Thabo Cele,

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Burnley Coach Makes Bold Foster Admission

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Burnley head coach Scott Parker has made a bold admission regarding Bafana Bafana’s primary striker, Lyle Foster. The 25-year-old made a significant impact in Burnley’s previous match, coming off the bench to inspire a spirited performance from The Clarets.  Foster was introduced in the 69th minute, replacing Albanian striker Armando Broja, and had little time making his presence felt. In the second half, Foster found the back of the net to give Burnley a crucial 2–1 lead against Tottenham Hotspur. His goal injected belief and energy into the team. However, Spurs responded late on, scoring an equaliser to secure a point

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Pirates Opens Up Huge Lead At Top & Chiefs Stumble

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Orlando Pirates have opened up a seven-point lead at the summit of the DStv Diski Challenge table after beating Sekhukhune United 2-1 on Saturday morning. The Buccaneers’ serious title challenge is starting to eventually take shape after 17 matches. Defending champions Kaizer Chiefs have now gone winless in their last two matches after playing to a 0-0 draw against TS Galaxy. This has now left Amakhosi in fifth position and with a huge mountain to climb if they are to defend their crown. Stellenbosch FC picked up the biggest result on Saturday as they ran riot over Magesi FC hammering

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Exclusive: Nku’s Sekhukhune Contract Details Revealed

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Former Mamelodi Sundowns winger Lesiba Nku officially completed a move to Sekhukhune United this week, with details of his contract now revealed to this publication. The 29-year-old attacker was transfer-listed alongside Lehlohonolo Mojela by Stellenbosch FC towards the end of last year. Nku had joined the Cape Winelands outfit midway through the 2024/25 season after parting ways with Betway Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns, where he had previously enjoyed domestic success. During his time at Stellenbosch, the winger made 35 appearances across all competitions, contributing two goals and four assists, also offering depth in the attacking department. According to his agent,

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Amajita Star Signs For Brazilian Giants

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Brasileiro Serie A outfit Fluminense have announced the signing of 18-year-old attacking South African midfielder Kgomotso Madiba until 2029. Madiba joins from the renowned Stars Of Africa Academy but will however turn out for Fluminense’ Under-20 team and is already training in Xerém. The Amajita AFCON winner has expressed his desire to take his football to the next step in Brazil. “I am very grateful to Fluminense for the opportunity to do what I love most and become one of the few South Africans in history to play in Brazil. “I believe I can contribute to the team, so the

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Chiefs Star – We Want The League

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Kaizer Chiefs midfielder George Matlou has made a bold declaration regarding the Betway Premiership title, stating that the team’s ambition is to walk away with the championship this season. Amakhosi have enjoyed an impressive run in the league so far and, for the first time in many years, appear to be genuine title contenders.  They currently occupy second place on the standings with 30 points collected from 15 matches, highlighting a bit of consistency that has been missing in recent campaigns. Chiefs last lifted the league title in the 2014/15 season under the guidance of head coach Stuart Baxter.  Since

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