Ncikazi Issues Warning To Pirates Ahead Of Orbit Clash

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Orlando Pirates assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi has warned his charges of the experience Orbit College has at their disposal despite them being newbies. The two sides lock horns eSgodini later this evening as the Buccaneers look to pick up their second home victory having beaten Stellenbosch FC 1-0 in their last outing. Orbit on the other hand make their maiden visit to Orlando Stadium in search of a rare win in order to move up the Betway Premiership standings. Ncikazi has since spoken about how Pirates need to make their mark tonight and not take Orbit lightly. “The importance of

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Latest Mudau Update

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Khuliso Mudau has returned to training at Mamelodi Sundowns ahead of their clash against Kaizer Chiefs on Wednesday. Mudau, 30, had been absent from Chloorkop since the beginning of pre-season and is yet to feature in any game this campaign. Sundowns have reportedly received a few offers for the right-back but they were rejected, which has unsettled the player, according to SABC Sport. Mudau has just one more year running on his contract with Masandawana and his return to training is seen as an indication he could perhaps agree onto a new deal. His club have remained silent on the

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Downs Appoint Technical Team Member From Europe

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Mamelodi Sundowns have appointed Gonçalo Barbosa as new analyst, who joins the club from Europe. Barbosa has previously worked in Portugal with Vitoria Clube and Braga, but now started his new role at Masandawana, he confirmed on LinkedIN. Barbosa arrives at the club after several backroom staff changes during the off-season, with performance analyst and scout Goolam Valodia set to leave the club. Valodia’s exit comes after Prinil Deen joined Chippa United, while Yardaan Valodia linked up with Manqoba Mngqithi at Golden Arrows. Sundowns are back in action on Wednesday, when they will face Kaizer Chiefs in their next Betway

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Did Mabasa Handle The Ball For Pirates’ Goal? Hlungwani Responds

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Referee Eugene Mdluli made the correct call to not penalize Tshegofatso Mabasa in his assist to Kamogelo Sebelebele for Orlando Pirates‘ equaliser, according to former FIFA official Victor Hlungwani. Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams as well as a certain section of the Masandawana faithful felt that Mabasa used his hand to assist Sebelebele who slotted into the empty net to make it 1-1 in their MTN8 semifinal 2nd leg tie. ‘The Principal’ has since dissected the incident and applauded Mdluli for not succumbing under the pressure but rather staying calm and correctly awarding the goal to Pirates. “Mabasa is alleged

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Riveiro’s Farewell Speech In Pirates Dressing Room

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Former Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro was emotional when he bid farewell to his former players after his last game in charge of the side. This was revealed by the footage of episode 4 of the on-going docu-series Giants airing on Mzansi Magic and SuperSport PSL channel 202 aimed at showing personal lives of players, their families, their faith and performances from the previous season. Riveiro enjoyed a successful two and half year stint at Pirates where he won five domestic Cup titles, helped the side finish second in the league and also reach the semi-finals of the CAF Champions

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Khoza – What Really Stops SA Clubs From Making Money

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PSL chairman Dr Irvin Khoza says among the things that are contributing to South African clubs from making money is the lack of facility ownership. Most South African clubs rent facilities from municipalities for training and match days for lots of money while others have sought support in form of sponsorships or entered beneficial agreements with stadium owners. In most instances, clubs do not even get to make money from the match day gate keepings as it is used to pay for the stadiums also considering the low costs of tickets. ALSO READ: Khoza On Claims He ‘Owns PSL’Khoza Shares

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A Good Time To Face Sundowns? Kaze Responds

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Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Cedric Kaze has insisted his side need to focus on themselves and make sure they perform at their best despite the noise around Mamelodi Sundowns at the moment. Sundowns enter the game on the back of their elimination from the MTN8 final, while there have also been a lot of transfer noise, with players such as Lucas Ribeiro, Kutlwano Lethlaku and Khuliso Mudau linked with exits. Amid suggestions there is no better time to face Sundowns, Kaze insisted his side need to be at their best if they want to keep their own 100% start record

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Ouaddou Rallies Behind ‘Important’ Tito

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Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has thrown his support behind Patrick Maswanganyi, stating he remains one of their best players at the club. Maswanganyi was hauled off by Ouaddou in the 38th minute in their MTN8 second leg semi-final against Mamelodi Sundowns but went on to eliminate the reigning league champions 4-1 on penalties after the match finished 2-2 over the two legged two. It was a bold move, as he reshuffled the team, with Bandile Shandu brought on to move into the right back role, Kamogelo Sebelebele into right-wing and Relebohile Mofokeng into the 10 role that Tito

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Ngcobo – We Have Shown We Can Beat Sundowns

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Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Nkosingiphile Ngcobo says they are in a buoyant mood as a squad and have shown in the past they are capable of beating Mamelodi Sundowns. The 25-year-old has become an ever-present figure in Chiefs again, after struggling with form and game time at the start of the previous season – slotting into a role alongside Thabo Cele. However, he admits he’s still looking for improvement, as he’s now playing in deeper midfield role than the 10 and inverted midfield roles from wide he used to be fielded in earlier in his career. “We’re preparing well, as we do

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