Nabi Responds To ‘Negative’ Flavio Comments

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Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has hit back at critics directed at new striker Flávio Silva with the Tunisian mentor pleading for patience in adaptation. Silva, 29, joined the Glamour Boys from Persebaya Surabaya in Indonesia during the offseason on a two-year deal until 30 June 2027 with an option to extend for a further year. His showing in Chiefs colours did not sit well with a certain section of the club’s fans with Nabi leaping to the striker’s defense ahead of this weekend’s opening Betway Premiership clash against Stellenbosch FC. “I was a little bit surprised to hear

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Benni Predicts Kenya Progression After Opening CHAN Win

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Kenya national team head coach Benni McCarthy has backed his charges to further progress in the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship after their grit 1-0 win over DR Congo. The Harambee Stars picked up their first three points in Group A courtesy of Austin Odhiambo’s first-half strike at the sold-out Kasarani Stadium on Sunday. Without getting too ahead of himself, the Bafana Bafana legend urged his troops to keep their momentum the same going into the upcoming fixtures. “We’ve made a good start, but we have to stay grounded. There are tough games ahead. But if the boys keep playing like

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Tinkler On 14 New Signings, Cites Liverpool

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Sekhukhune United head coach Eric Tinkler says he prefers depth over having a large squad as that is not sustainable and creates unhealthy environments. Babina Noko have been one the busiest sides in the transfer market and have so far signed 14 players with Tinkler, who has taken the side to their first MTN8 semi-final admitting that the club is not really done with signing as something valuable may still come up. However, he emphasised that depth doesn’t always translate to big numbers citing English Premiership champions Liverpool who used a far less number of players than they had in

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Siwelele Announce New Partnership

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Betway Premiership outfit Siwelele FC have announced Macron as their official technical sponsor. Siwelele joins a long list of partners, like UEFA, Crystal Palace, Wrexham AFC, Blackburn Rovers and Bologna FC to team up with the Italian performance sportswear brand. The Bloemfontein-based outfit confirmed of the partnership on Wednesday afternoon. Did you know that the iDiski Times Digital Newspaper is completely free! Download it now by clicking the button below or fill in the form to have it sent to you every week.

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Why Saleng Returned To Orbit

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Orbit College head coach Pogiso Makhoye says Monnapule Saleng wanted to return ‘home’, leading the team and looking sharp for the start of the 2025/26 season. After one of the most dramatic and drawn-out sagas in recent history in South African football, Saleng’s move to Orbit still caught many by surprise as one of the leading talents in the country returning to his boyhood club on loan upon their debut season in the top-flight. Saleng, 27, was among the stars of the Buccaneers, a player who made the difference on so many occasions with his individual brilliance and clear fan favourite

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Ex-Chiefs Defender Ngcobo Spotted At New Club

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Former Sekhukhune United and Kaizer Chiefs defender Njabulo Ngcobo has arrived in Cape Town to undergo assessment at Cape Town City. Latest update received by iDiski Times is that Ngcobo stopped training with Chippa United a few days ago and is currently in the Mother City to try it out at the Citizens under the watchful eye of head coach Jan Vreman and his technical team. The Citizens are possibly preparing for life in the Motsepe Foundation Championship after being relegated last season, but they still have a pending case which will be heard and concluded in the not-so distant future.  The

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Pirates Make Major Sponsorship Announcement

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Orlando Pirates have unveiled Amstel Lager as their new official beer partner. The Buccaneers recently announced Suzuki as their official vehicle partner and they have bagged yet another sponsorship with the Dutch Brewery Brand. Pirates made the announcement on Wednesday in a press release as follow: “This is more than a sponsorship, it’s a celebration of the people and connections that define South African football. Amstel’s focus on quality friendships and authentic fan connection aligns seamlessly with Pirates’ history, heritage, and future. This partnership reflects a new era rooted in mutual respect and a shared belief in quality over compromise,”

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Chippa Announce New Signings Including Ex-Pirates Stars

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Chippa United have announced eight new signings including former Orlando Pirates duo Goodman Mosele and Azola Tshobeni. The Chilli Boys have already shaken things up in the technical set-up by roping in former Wydad Athletic Club assistant coach Sinethemba Badela as head coach assisted by Musa Nyatama while Sinesipho Mali has taken over the Sporting Director role. Mosele and Tshobeni both return to the Eastern Cape-based outfit on a season-long deal and permanent basis, respectively, after the Buccaneers opted not to extend the latter’s contract. Chippa also made an announcement of Khanya Mfecane who is a 24-year-old defender and is

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PSL Announce Stellies vs Chiefs Fixture Change

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The PSL has confirmed that Stellenbosch FC’s opening 2025/26 Betway Premiership clash against Kaizer Chiefs has now been moved to Athlone Stadium. Stellies were initially scheduled to take on Amakhosi at DHL Stadium in Greenpoint, but the match has now been moved back to the Cape Flats. This is the third time the clash had been moved after Athlone was the first preferred venue before the two latest changes though this publication could not get any intel into the reason behind the fixture change by time of publishing. Did you know that the iDiski Times Digital Newspaper is completely free!

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