Ouaddou On How He’ll Replace Departing Mbokazi

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Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has spoken about replacing Mbekezeli Mbokazi who’s leaving the club.  The 20-year-old defender is set to join MLS outfit Chicago Fire after the Africa Cup of Nations in January.  Ouaddou admitted he will miss Mbokazi, noting that no coach would want to lose a player of his quality.  However, he stressed that he will work with what he has at his disposal, adding that it is his responsibility to develop players and give them opportunities.  Ouaddou also acknowledged the need for a left-footed centre-back, explaining that Mbokazi’s departure leaves him with only right-footed options, saying

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Sheppard Recalls Beating Man United

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Kaizer Chiefs DStv Diski Challenge coach Dillon Sheppard has recalled their recent trip to the UK, where the young Amakhosi beat Manchester United’s U21 side. Chiefs’ reserves went on the trip to the UK after winning the DDC title last season, and made some positive headlines, beating United 3-1 before drawing 1-1 with Leeds United and finishing the tour with a goalless draw against Queens Park Rangers. Sheppard, who was the coach on the trip in the absence of Vela Khumalo, recalled how his team needed to get used to the change in weather, as well as the pitch conditions,

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Broos Gives Update, 3 Bafana Stars Yet To Join Camp

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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has given an update on Lyle Foster, Sphephelo Sithole and Shandre Campbell, who are yet to join the camp. Foster featured 62 minutes for Burnley in their 3-2 Premier League defeat to Fulham on Saturday. Meanwhile, Campbell made a 13-minute appearance for Club Brugge’s senior side in their 5-1 victory over Dender in the Jupiler Pro League.  And Sithole, who’s a regular for starter for Tondela, is likely to start against Nacional in the Liga Portugal on Monday night. Broos explained that it was decided the three players would travel directly to Morocco, as

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Broos Apologises Over Mbokazi Comments

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has publicly apologised to Mbekezeli Mbokazi for his comments in the previous press conference when he was upset about the player arriving late in camp. Broos had publicly criticised the young centre-back for missing his flight and arriving late in the Bafana camp after being given two extra days off along with other Orlando Pirates players. On Monday, Broos used his press conference ahead of the the friendly match against Ghana’s CHAN team to apologise for his remarks, insisting he wants the best for the young defender and prevent him from “wasting his talent”, while

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Mokoena Reveals Which 2 AFCON Teams Excite Him

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Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena has revealed two teams he’s looking forward to see at the upcoming AFCON. The continental tournament is set to be staged in Morocco, beginning on 21 December 2025 and concluding on 18 January 2026. Mokoena is part of the Bafana squad seeking to leave their mark in this edition once again, following a third-place finish at the previous tournament in Ivory Coast. The Mamelodi Sundowns star says what makes the tournament interesting is “unpredictability”, highlighting how the so-called small teams are also rising to the occasion. Mokoena says he is eager to see how heavyweights such as

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Former Pirates Striker Top Scorer In Asia

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Former Orlando Pirates striker Kwame Peprah has been in superb scoring form as he currently leads the goalscoring chart in Cambodia. Peprah made the switch from Indian side Kerela Blasters to Cambodian side Svay Rieng in August this year and has found the back of the net on a regular basis. The Ghanaian immediately hit the road running scoring in his first friendly match which eventually opened the floodgates and has now scored 16 goals with a further five assists. The 24-year-old is currently the leading top goalscorer in the Cambodian Premier League with 10 goals and his side Svay

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Rulani Reacts To MC Alger’s Cup Progress

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MC Alger head coach Rulani Mokwena reckons that they achieved their main objectives after their Round of 16 Coupe d’Algerie progression. Alger narrowly beat USM Khenchela 2-1 at Stade 5 Juillet 1962 on Friday night to maintain their unbeaten run across all competitions in Algeria as they currently top the league standings in the Algerian Ligue 1 as well. Without looking too far ahead with nine matches scheduled in a space of a month for Alger, the SA tactician believed they had done a great job considering their injuries and suspension issues. “First, congratulations to the boys. I think we

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Ouaddou Reacts To Ndah & Sesane Return

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Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has admitted he is happy with the return of his two defenders, Thabiso Sesane and Olisah Ndah. Sesane made his return to the field of play for the first time since February 2025, while Ndah played his first match since September 2024. Ouaddou was pleased with their performance stating that they needed them and this was the right opportunity to play them, while he also emphasised that the duo worked very hard. “It was so important for them, so important for us. You know that we have big squad. But unfortunately, it’s difficult for

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Why Broos Foresees Danger In Bafana AFCON Group

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has explained why he foresees danger in the AFCON group for his side. The continental tournament, set to be held in Morocco from 21 December to 18 January, will see Bafana Bafana open their campaign against Angola on 22 December.  Broos said that after analysing their opponents, he believes the opening match will be tough, as Angola are stronger than initially thought. He feels not winning that encounter will make things difficult, especially with a clash against Egypt to follow before their final group match against Zimbabwe. “The AFCON group is not bad but a

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