Banyana Don’t Get The Credit They Deserve – Ellis

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Banyana Banyana head coach Dr Desiree Ellis reckons that her charges don’t get the credit they deserve ahead of their WAFCON defence opener this evening. The team and by extension women’s football in South Africa has endured much on the journey to the top from lack of sponsorship, facilities and resources to the non-professionalization of the women’s game. However, they have they still managed to get to the top qualifying for two Olympic Games, two FIFA Women’s World Cup events and being able to reach out the knockout phase in one edition, winning the WAFCON and practically dominating the COSAFA

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Tso – What Mbule Must Do To Become A Success At Pirates

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Former Orlando Pirates captain Benedict Vilakazi believes that if the club’s new signing Sipho Mbule can take the advice of the chairman and focus on the field, he will be successful at the club. Mbule signed for the Sea Robbers last week as a free agent having parted ways with Mamelodi Sundowns recently and the former SuperSport United man’s challenges off the field have been reported wildly with that being the biggest concerns among some club fans and pundits. Speaking to iDiski Times senior writer Matshelane Mamabolo in edition 211, ‘Tso’ highlighted the 27-year-old’s qualities also saying he believes ‘Master

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Janine – My One Banyana WAFCON Worry

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Former Banyana Banyana captain Janine Van Wyk has revealed that her biggest worry about the WAFCON champions is the little time they’ve spent together. Banyana are in Morocco ahead of the start of the defence of their African title they won in 2022 and are in Group C with Ghana, Tanzania and Mali. Desiree Ellis’ squad has a good balance of experience and new blood with the core of the group having played at the last edition. ALSO READ: Sasol Make Shock Announcement Before WAFCONTeamwork Can Help Banyana Defend WAFCON Title – Mogolola The highest capped African player spoke to

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Sakala Spotted At Pirates Training

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Zambia striker Enock Sakala has been training with Orlando Pirates since the start of their pre-season. The 23-year-old striker is currently a free agent after leaving Chippa United after a short-term deal, where he featured six times, scoring one goal after joining them in February after a stint in Egypt with Modern Sport. It’s been a tumultuous two seasons for the Zambian striker since leaving ZESCO United for the Egyptian Premier League side after becoming one of the leading strikers in the Zambian top-flight and in the junior national teams. As a teenager, he also turned heads when they won

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Official: Pirates Add New Coach To Technical Team

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Orlando Pirates have strengthened their technical team by bringing in former SuperSport United DStv Diski Challenge coach Roscoe Krieling. The latest information landed on the iDiski Times desk is that Pirates appointed Krieling as the DDC head coach ahead of the new season. “I’m proud to officially announce that I’ve joined Orlando Pirates Football Club,” Krieling stated. “It’s a privilege to be part of such an iconic institution in South African football, and I’m fully committed to contribute to the club’s continued success. “Exciting times ahead — let’s get to work!” Krieling is expected to travel with the Buccaneers to

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Kaizer Jr – Why Chiefs Went To Netherlands

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Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Junior has explained why the club’s leadership decided to take this year’s pre-season camp to the Netherlands. Amakhosi have arrived in Netherlands on Friday and have had several high-intensity training sessions already. Chiefs will also test themselves against several Dutch sides, the first being SBV Vitesse on Tuesday and Motaung Jr insists facing European sides will take their players out of their comfort zones. “It’s about cross-cultures and about having a pre-season at a higher level than we are used to, which also has to do with having really competitive training matches,” he told

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Official: Downs Announce 5 Exits

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Mamelodi Sundowns have continued to release players and announced five exits on Monday. After already confirming the departures of Rivaldo Coetzee and Lebohang Maboe on Sunday, Sundowns confirmed five more departures. Those already well know are Lucas Suarez, who had already returned to CA Talleres after Downs opted not to extend his loan, while Sipho Mbule has already been unveiled by Orlando Pirates. In addition, Thabang Sibanyoni, Sifiso Ngobeni and Sanele Tshabalala have also been released after Miguel Cardoso stated they want to trim the squad ahead of the 2025/26 season. Did you know that the iDiski Times Digital Newspaper

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Pirates Win Legends Derby & Tournament

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Orlando Pirates have won the Kwa-Ndebele Legends tournament this weekend, beating Mamelodi Sundowns in the final after defeating Kaizer Chiefs in the semi-final. The Buccaneers met their eternal rivals 3-2 in the semi-final at the Kameelrivier Stadium in Ga-Morwe. Lebogang Mokoena, Katlego Mashego and Joseph Ngake scored for Pirates, while Jimmy Jambo netted twice for Amakhosi. Meanwhile, Mamelodi Sundowns Legends booked their spot in final after beating Kwa-Ndebele Legends in the other semi-final. In the final, Pirates left no doubt about the best team in the day, beating Sundowns Legends 3-0. Katlego Mashego netted a brace, while Mpho Makola was

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Petersen Opens Up On New Chiefs Players & DDC Youngsters

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Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Brandon Petersen is excited and looking forward to rubbing shoulders with the club’s new signings as well as the DDC graduates ahead of the new term. Amakhosi are currently in the Netherlands as they sharpen up for the upcoming campaign with four high-profile friendly matches lined-up. Petersen, who is no stranger to the Netherlands surroundings, having traveled there during his Ajax Cape Town junior days, admitted that his was excited about the new guys and more minutes for the club’s graduates as well. “Especially, the younger boys. We know most of them. We’ve seen them play and

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