Former Chiefs Defender Spotted At New PSL Club

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Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Bongani Sam has resurfaced at Chippa United as he hopes to impress Luc Eymael.  Sam, 28, left Chiefs at the end of July after spending one season at the club during which he failed to make an official appearance due to injuries. The former Orlando Pirates left-back has been troubled by injuries in the past few seasons which led to him to struggle for game-time. This publication can confirm that Sam has been spotted in the Chippa training kit and training with the Chilli Boys, with hope of impressing head coach Eymael. Should Chippa decide to

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Nabi Breaks Silence On Chiefs Exit

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Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi has broken his silence after his exit from Amakhosi, sending a heartfelt farewell message. Earlier on Friday, Chiefs had announced that both parties had finally “mutually agreed to conclude their professional relationship on an amicable basis” after Nabi had initially been suspended, as first reported by iDiski Times. Nabi, who ended the club’s 10-year trophy draught, now took to Instagram to thank his players, the club’s management, especially Dr. Kaizer Motaung, Safi Majdi and Elyes Mzoughi from his technical team and the club’s true fans. However, he did not mention his former assistants Cedric

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Doctor Defends Mbokazi Over Red Card

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Bafana Bafana legend Doctor Khumalo has defended Mbekezeli Mbokazi over his late sending off against Zimbabwe. Mbokazi was sent off late in the game after picking up two yellows in the 95th and 97th minute, meaning he will miss the final qualifier against Rwanda. After the match, Khumalo argued that the young Orlando Pirates captain “took one for the team” but also admitted that let himself being provoked. “He took one for the team,” he stated on SABC. “He’s been ruffled and he wants to push – that I don’t condone, because it’s retaliation. “This boy provoked the situation. Can

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Updated Group C Log

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While Bafana Bafana dropped points on Friday, both Benin and Nigeria won their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Bafana were frustrated by Zimbabwe, who kept their first clean sheet in 11 games despite playing nearly 30 minutes with 10 men. Meanwhile, Benin beat Rwanda 1-0 thanks to an 80th-minute goal by Aiyegun Tosin to move two points clear at the top of Group C. Nigeria also kept their chances alive after beating Lesotho 2-1 to move the gap on Bafana to just one point. The Super Eagles now need to beat Benin at home and hope Bafana won’t beat Rwanda

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Bafana Suffer Major Blow Vs Zim

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Bafana Bafana were held to a goalless draw by 10-men Zimbabwe, suffering a huge blow to their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Bafana line-up notably included Sphephelo Sithole, who was returning to the side after an injury layoff, having last featured for the team in September of last year. South Africa began aggressively, aiming for an early goal. They utilized the pace of wingers Mohau Nkota and Oswin Appollis to quickly get behind the Zimbabwe’s defence, but the Warriors stood firm and defended deep. As the game progressed, the home side grew in confidence and

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Sithole – We Had A Meeting Amongst Each Other…

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Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo Sithole says the squad had a meeting amongst each other and fully understand what is at stake in their final 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. South Africa are currently in a position where both games; Zimbabwe and Rwanda in the next week are potentially must-win games after having three points deducated and droppoing to second in Group C on goal difference, with Benin on top. While the Cheetahs face Rwanda and Nigeria away, Bafana will be confident they could get the job done, as the Super Eagles are three points behind, it will be a tense

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Zimbabwe & Bafana Starting XIs Confirmed 

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Zimbabwe and Bafana Bafana have confirmed their respective starting lineups for this evening’s much anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers clash at the Moses Mabhida Stadium. The Warriors come into clash nothing to fight for in terms of qualification rather than preparing for the upcoming AFCON which will be held in Morocco. Zim accumulated only four points in eight games they played. After losing 3-1 to South Africa back in June last year they would want to get a revenge which could be the sweet one as Bafana Bafana aim to get a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 

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Mashego On Sundowns Pressure: ‘If You Mess Up…’

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Terrence Mashego, who’s currently on loan at Durban City, has discussed the pressure of playing for his star-studded parent club, Mamelodi Sundowns. The left-footed defender moved to ‘The Citizens’ at the start of the season with the aim for more playing time, having struggled to feature regularly for the Tshwane giants. He has become a regular for Gavin Hunt’s side, featuring in four of five Betway Premiership matches that the club has played since he joined. Mashego says Sundowns’ immense quality creates intense competition in both training and matches, making it not easy for players to secure a regular position. He says the quality depth means every spot is highly contested that if

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Mbokazi’s Former Coach On OJ Mabizela Comparisons

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Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s academy coach Wonder Mnguni has joined the voices that are comparing the Orlando Pirates centre-back to the side’s former player Mbulelo ‘OJ’ Mabizela. Mbokazi has shown his defensive prowess for the Ghost and Bafana Bafana since being promoted from the Pirates development side in January. The Langalibalele Sports Academy senior coach echoed the sentiments of the similarities that include their leadership qualities and age between Mbokazi and Mabizela when he spoke to iDiski Times journalist Sinethemba Sithole in edition 225 of the newspaper.  “He reminds me of Mbulelo ‘OJ’ Mabizela, even though he has retired,” Mnguni told iDiski

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