Zwane – What I Told Mbule Before Pirates Move

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Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Themba Zwane has revealed what he told national teammate Sipho Mbule ahead of his move to Orlando Pirates, saying he encouraged the latter to focus. Mbule joined Pirates at the beginning of the current season at the back of widely-reported disciplinary issues he allegedly had on loan at Sekhukhune United and his former side Sundowns. Mshishi, as Zwane is affectionately known, spoke to iDiski Times senior journalist Lorenz Köhler in edition 228 of the newspaper, where he addressed his relationship with Mbule and how he told the ‘Master Chef’ to work hard at his new

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Mokwena On Algeria Transfer Laws & Why Lorch Deal Fell Through

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MC Alger head coach Rulani Mokwena has discussed the strict transfer ruling in place in the Algerian Ligue 1 and explained why the potential transfer of Thembinkosi Lorch was not possible in the off-season. Mokwena is in his first season with the reigning champions and currently lead the table with 22 points in eight games, with three games in hand over second-placed MC Oran, who have amassed 20 points thus far. The club made six signings ahead of the new season; Algeria national team goalkeeper Alexis Guendouz from Persepolis FC in Iran, midfielder Sid Ahmed Aissaoui from CSKA Moscow and

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Mabasa On Reaching Major Pirates Milestone

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Orlando Pirates striker Tshegofatso Mabasa has opened up about his milestone of reaching 50 goals for the club. Mabasa has bern used sparingly by head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou this season – featuring nine time in all competitions, with his milestone goal coming in the league match against TS Galaxy earlier in the season. It has taken the 29-year-old eight goals within Benedict Tso Vilakazi’s 58-goal tally, the highest by any Pirates player in history. Mabasa spoke to iDiski Times senior writer Matshelane Mamabolo in edition 229 of the newspaper where he said he hopes his milestone inspires young players. ‘For

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Miguel Hails Chiefs Recruitment

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Kaizer Chiefs defender Inacio Miguel has praised the club for their recruitment for the 2025/26 season, stating the increased competition has raised the level of performances. The Angola international was lured to Amakhosi at the start of last season from Girabola giants Petro de Luanda and became an ever-present figure in their defence and secured a leadership role in the team. ALSO READ: Motaung Excited About Coaching DuoChiefs Set Clear Long-Term Ambition In Africa His partnership with Rushwin Dortley looked promising, but their defence remained inconsistent without finding the right balance, often rotating goalkeepers and full backs, while Zitha Kwinika

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Broos Sends Message To SAFA Over Risk Of Losing Talent

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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos says it’s imperative to establish an U23 national team set-up every FIFA international break to fast-track the likes of Tylon Smith and Shandre Campbell into the senior set-up. Broos has expressed his delight in the recent progress of the U17 national team currently in the FIFA World Cup and the U20 Africa Cup of Nations winners also partaking in the global event this year, with an impressive talent pool now at the country’s disposal. In years gone by the conversation rate from the junior national team to seniors has increased but not quick enough,

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Cardoso Praises Pirates Depth

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Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has praised Orlando Pirates’ depth after their 1-1 draw in the Betway Premiership earlier this month. Sundowns faced Pirates for the third time this season with the tie ending in a pulsating stalemate with goals from Peter Shalulile and a stunner from Cemran Dansin. ALSO READ: Kekana ‘Not Happy’ About Pirates ExitCardoso Makes League Prediction After Tough Start Cardoso explained how Pirates improved when it comes to signing players as compared to last season as well as those that were regulars last season but don’t even make the bench this season. “I think what

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Nwabali On Eagles Chances At 2025 AFCON

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Nigeria first choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has tipped the Super Eagles to have a successful 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign in Morocco. The Super Eagles finished as runners-up at the last edition in Ivory Coast where Nwabali was one of the breakout stars in the green and white. The Chippa United captain told the media at a CAF event in Johannesburg that African football has improved a lot in recent years and there are no guarantees for the so-called power houses. In as much as he doesn’t feel the group is the toughest one, he knows Nigeria like all

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SAFA President On Amajimbos Reaching WC Last 32

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SAFA President Danny Jordaan is beaming with pride after the SA U17 team created their own history by booking their place in the U17 FIFA World Cup last 32 round. Despite going down 3-1 to Group A winners Italy in their last group match, Amajimbos had beaten Bolivia 3-1 in their tournament opener before holding hosts Qatar to a 1-1 draw to finish second and progress to the next round. Speaking to SAFA.net, Jordaan expressed how Amajimbos have received plaudits from some of football’s greats as well as lessons the team has learnt at the ongoing global showpiece. “You can

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Makgalwa On Living Up To Mosimane Projection

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Sekhukhune United winger Keletso Makgalwa says Pitso Mosimane played a massive role in his rise to professional football and believes he’s close to reaching the potential he projected. Mosimane stated back in 2017 that Makgalwa was the next star of South African football when he was promoted from the reserve team where his dominance earned him the nickname, Aguero, due to his explosive style of play and finishing. However, it’s been a turbulent journey for the player over nearly a decade, as he now looks set to finally make his senior national team debut at the age of 28 –

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