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Khanye Questions Broos’ Mbokazi Comment

Africa Cup Of Nations, Bafana Bafana, Featured, Local

Former Kaizer Chiefs winger Junior Khanye believes that Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos, should have waited to address Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s disciplinary matter, as it could affect the player negatively at the Africa Cup of Nations. Mbokazi arrived late in the team’s camp last week for reasons Broos didn’t want to disclose to the media however reacted to strongly saying it’s unprofessional. There has since been an outpour of mixed reactions from fans, some political organisations and pundits about how the coach handled the matter. Khanye says he doesn’t promote what the 20-year-old did because it’s denting his image. However,

Ouaddou Makes Bold Claim About Pirates’ Trophy Ambitions

Betway Premiership, Featured, Local

Abdeslam Ouaddou insists there is no reason for Orlando Pirates to hide their goals, with the team aiming to collect all trophies this season after already winning three. The French-Moroccan tactician was speaking after lifting the Carling Black Label Cup with a victory over the Carling All-Stars at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday. The victory marked a third trophy for the Sea Robbers, who already have the MTN8 and Carling Knockout Cup in their cabinet. Ouaddou admitted that winning every competition will not be easy but stressed the importance of maintaining their current performances. “All that is going to be

Manqoba – We Should’ve Had Three Penalties

Carling Knockout Cup, Featured, Local

Carling All-Stars head coach Manqoba Mngqithi felt hard done after claiming his team should’ve been awarded at least three penalties but says he would humbly extend his apology if he’s in the wrong. Mngqithi’s charges became the first All-Stars team to fail in defending their Black Label crown after going down 2-0 to Orlando Pirates at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Late goals from Sifiso Luthuli and Boitumelo Radiopane earned the Buccaneers their third trophy of this season already. Mngqithi bemoaned being denied three penalties which he says was because of the threat they posed at Pirates. “I

Rulani Steers MC Alger Into Last 16 Of Cup Tie

Featured, SA Stars Abroad

SA tactician Rulani Mokwena steered MC Alger into the last 16 of the Coupe d’Algerie after a 2-1 win over USM Khenchela. After beating El Bayadh 1-0 in the previous round, Mokwena’s charges continued their fine form to overcome Khenchela at home. Amine Messoussa opened the scoring for Mokwena’s side just six minutes in, but the home side saw their celebration cut short after Khenchela equalised just five minutes later through Hamid Djaouchi. Alger restored their advantage with Soufiane Bayazid striking in the 49th minute to all but hand his side the all-important win as they advanced into the last

Nemtajela – Why Ouaddou And I Understand Each Other

Betway Premiership, Featured, Local

Orlando Pirates midfielder Masindi Nemtajela has spoken about the strong understanding he shares with coach Abdeslam Ouaddou. Both Nemtajela and Ouaddou arrived at the Buccaneers before the season kicked off, continuing the relationship they had built at Marumo Gallants last campaign. After finding game time hard to come by early in the season, Nemtajela has gradually worked his way into the Pirates lineup and has featured 14 times in all competitions. Nemtajela believes Ouaddou has a deeper understanding of his game because of the time they spent together at Gallants last season. “I worked with him last season, so we

Davids On Maema & De Reuck

African Football, Featured, SA Stars Abroad

Raja Athletic Club Fadlu Davids deeply explained the settling in of Neo Maema and Rushwin De Reuck after joining Tanzanian side Simba SC. Maema and De Reuck left Mamelodi Sundowns permanently at the beginning of the season and both joined Simba during Davids’ time. Unfortunately, Davids left just before they settled and went to join Raja CA. The duo didn’t look back despite Davids leaving Simba, they kept on having fantastic performances with Maema scoring in the CAF Champions League despite them losing the first two games. “I was, unfortunately for them, and had that meeting with him, where I

Hotto Reveals What He’ll Do With R100k Carling Cheque

Carling Knockout Cup, Featured, Local

Orlando Pirates wingback Deon Hotto has revealed what he will do with his Carling Black Label Cup winnings. The veteran Buccaneers speedster walked away with the Champion of the Match accolade thus pocketing R100,000 as he provided an assist for the opening goal which saw Pirates beat the All-Stars team 2-0 for their second silverware in just a week and three overall this season. The Namibian international who has not been secretive about his love for livestock farming back in his native country revealed that he would be investing his winnings towards upscaling more of his livestock. “To be honest

Pirates See Off All Stars To Clinch Black Label Cup

Betway Premiership, Carling Knockout Cup, Featured, Local

Orlando Pirates became the first Carling Knockout Cup champions to lift the Carling Black Label Cup after they beat the Carling All-Stars 2-0 at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Mfundo Vilakazi created half a chance for the All-Stars team as he whipped in a cross inside the Pirates box in the 10th minute which forced Melusi Buthelezi to punch it away from danger. The live-wire winger was then clutched from the back moments later by Makhehleni Makhaula in the 18-yard box, but the referee waved play on. In the 67th minute, Mduduzi Shabalala as his effort from close

SAFA Response On Broos’ Alleged ‘Racist & Sexist’ Remarks

Bafana Bafana, Featured, Local

The South African Football Association (SAFA) have released a statement in order to clarify growing misconceptions in the media suggesting that Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos is allegedly ‘racist and sexist’. This comes after Broos publicly expressed his dissatisfaction of defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s conduct after the player arrived late in camp. ALSO READ: Broos Sets Record Straight On AFCON TargetDoc’s Advice To Mbokazi About MLS SAFA has since leapt to the Belgian mentor defense that his strongly worded comments were misconstrued. The South African Football Association (SAFA) has moved to address growing misconceptions in the media suggesting that Bafana