Maswanganyi Reveals New Nickname

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Orlando Pirates midfielder Patrick Maswanganyi has revealed his new nickname is Travis Scott. Maswangangyi, 27, is known as ‘Tito’ to many fans of the Buccaneers, but in the squad he seems to have received a new nickname, as revealed during a conversation with Thomas Mlambo in Spain. “I heard the masterchef [Sipho Mbule] calling you Travis Scott?” Mlambo asked. “That is my new nickname. I just like Travis Scott a lot, I play his music, so that’s why they call me Travis Scott,” Maswanganyi replied. The skilful attacking midfiielder also dons a new haircut, admitting it was also inspired by

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Ouaddou – What Pirates Must Improve To Win League

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Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has discussed where his side need to improve if they want to win the league title. Pirates are currently en route to Spain where they are set to begin their pre-season preparations, with their new head coach, who succeeded Jose Riveiro, with the Spaniard heading to Al Ahly – after the expiry of his three-year deal. Ouaddou was somewhat of a surprise appointment, having only managed 12 games in South Africa with Marumo Gallants before being headhunted by the club, where he has reportedly signed a two-year contract to continue the ‘five year project’

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Banyana Salvage Point Against Tanzania

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Banyana Banyana came from behind to salvage a 1-1 draw with 10 woman Tanzania in their second Group C match at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Oujda on Friday evening. Tanzania drew blood first through Captain Opa Clement in the first half while Bambanani Mbane got the equaliser for the defending champions. Banyana coach Desiree Ellis made four changes to the side that won 2-0 against Ghana. Kaylin Swart started ahead of Andile Dlamini, Lonathemba Mhlongo for Tiisetso Makhubela, Sibulele Holweni for Amogelang and Kgalebane Mohlakoana for Lebo Ramalepe. South Africa could have scored as early

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Banyana vs Tanzania Starting XI Announced

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Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis has announced her starting XI for this evening’s tricky WAFCON Group C clash against Tanzania at the Stade d’Honneur d’Oujda in Oujda. The defending champions currently top the group after a convincing 2-0 victory over Ghana in their opening clash. Tanzania on the other hand suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat at the hands of Mali. A win will see Banyana all but confirm their spot in the knockout stages while Tanzania will be hoping to get an upset over the reigning champions so that they can enhance their chances of reaching the next stage.

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Pirates Promote Another Youngster

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Orlando Pirates have decided to promote young winger Neo Mokoena to the senior team ahead of the 2025/26 season. This publication has been reliably informed that Pirates are set to hand the youngster a first-team contract after a successful DStv Diski Challenge season under Joseph Makhanya. Mokoena, 22, trained with the senior side towards the end of last season and the Buccaneers saw his potential and were keen for him to sign a senior contract. The speedy winger is known for his unique skills and pace, and he also has goals in his game. He is expected to play a

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Chiefs Suffer Second Preseason Defeat

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Kaizer Chiefs succumbed to their second preseason defeat going down to a 4-0 thrashing at the hands of FC Utrecht at Sportpark Driel on Friday afternoon. Nasreddine Nabi rang just one change to his squad after losing their first tie with Glody Lilepo replacing Mfundo Vilakazi upfront. Chiefs fell behind after the defence failed to clear their lines as Utrecht marksman Siebe Horemans capitalized with an easy tap at the far post to make it 1-0. Amakhosi came close to the equalizer shortly after but Lilepo’s freekick was deflected out for a corner. Mduduzi Shabalala then tried his luck from

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We Fear Nobody At This Tournament – Dlamini

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Ahead of their second Group C match at the WAFCON against Tanzania, Banyana Banyana goalkeeper Andile Dlamini says the defending champions respect everyone but fear no one. Banyana opened the tournament with a 2-0 victory over Ghana to go top of the group with three points while Tanzania lost 1-0 to Mali and sit in third place in the pool. South Africa could qualify for the knockout stages with a victory over the East African opponents on Friday evening. Dlamini says she and her teammates haven’t focused on the pressure of having a target on their back but their own

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Ellis On Banyana’s Plan To Overcome Tanzania Physicality

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Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis maintains that they will not go up against the physicality of Tanzania but will rather stick to their strengths. The defending African Champions got their title defence off on a good note as they dispatched Ghana 2-0 courtesy of Linda Motlhalo and Jermaine Seoposenwe’s first-half strikes. Speaking to the media ahead of their Group C clash this evening, Ellis urged her charges not to get physical with their opponents which could go against them. “Well, we’ve played teams like that before, but we know they still have their physicality in the squad. Especially in

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Sekhukhune Secure Former Pirates and Chippa Winger

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Sekhukhune United have secured the signing for former Orlando Pirates and Chippa United winger Ronaldo Maarman, as their 2025/26 unveilings continue. After confirming the arrivals of Sphiwe Mahlangu, Bradley Grobler and Miguel Timm, the 25-year-old winger was next on the agenda on Friday evening. Eric Tinkler’s side have secured the player after he featured 64 times for Chippa United over the past three seasons, with five goals and six assists to his name. Maarman also had a stint on loan in the second-tier with All Stars from Pirates, where he never made a senior appearance for the Soweto giants. Did

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