Edition 209 – Mofokeng + Makaringe

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The 209th edition of iDiski Times is out now — and it’s packed with compelling features, exclusive insights, and powerful voices from across the football world. This week, Matshelane Mamabolo delves into the story behind one of South Africa’s brightest young stars, Relebohile Mofokeng, offering a rare and intimate perspective through a heartfelt conversation with the Orlando Pirates sensation’s father about his son’s rising career and what lies ahead. Rob Delport sits down with Fortune Makaringe, as the Cape Town City midfielder looks to help steer his team through the high-stakes promotional playoffs — a challenge the experienced campaigner is

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Dove Sends Message After Chiefs Exit

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Edmilson Dove has shared a farewell message after his exit from Kaizer Chiefs upon the expiry of his contract which was confirmed by the club. Dove, 30, has become the fourth player the club has parted with since the end of the 2024/25 campaign after Sabelo Radebe and Ranga Chivaviro, while Njabulo Blom returned to his mother club St. Louis City. Many were surprised by Amakhosi’s decision to not extend Dove’s contract, but the player has now thanked the club’s leadership, fans and technical team. “Dear DR KAIZER MOTAUNG, Thank you Mr Chairman for allowing me and my family to

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City Targeting Away Win After Disappointing Home Draw

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After their goalless draw against Orbit College, Cape Town City interim coach Diogo Peral says they’re feeling suitably prepared for their Promotional playoff opponents. While City’s matches are broadcast every week, those of Motsepe Foundation Championship opponents Orbit and Casric Stars are rarely shown, but Peral says that they were able to get access to games to watch and also attended matches of both teams. This was in response to a question about whether the MFC teams have an advantage by being able to see City on TV regularly. “I think in terms of watching them, analysis, I think it’s

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Rulani On Missing Out On Facing Pep

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Former Wydad Athletic Club coach Rulani Mokwena admits being disappointed at missing out on an opportunity to face his role model Pep Guardiola at the FIFA Club World Cup however he doesn’t believe this is the only opportunity he’ll have. Mokwena’s former Moroccan side take on Guardiola’s Manchester City side, Juventus and Al Ain in Group and the 38-year-old has been open about how much he looks up to the Spaniard. He told iDiski Times Digital Editor David Kappel in edition 208 that the 18 June meeting of the sides would have been like a practical exam between student and

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25/26 EPL Fixtures Released

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The release of the 2025/26 English Premier League opening weekend fixtures was announced on Wednesday with defending champions Liverpool kickstarting their title defence against Bournemouth on Friday, August 15, at Anfield. The new season gets underway exactly 84 days since the 2024/25 campaign concluded, and will run until Sunday, May 24, 2026, with all the matches kicking off simultaneously as per usual. League runners-up Arsenal will be travelling to Old Trafford to take on Manchester United on Sunday, 17 August, while Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City have a trip to Wolves on Saturday, 16 August. Europa Conference League winners Chelsea have

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Cardoso – I Was Not Forced Into Zwane Decision

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Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso says Themba Zwane was immense over the past two weeks and deserved his start in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup opener against Ulsan HD this evening. Zwane, 35, was a surprise inclusion in the starting line-up as they beat the K-League champions 1-0 to move top of Group F ahead of Borussia Dortmund and Fluminense who played to a goalless draw earlier in the day. It comes off the back of Cardoso being hammered in the media and by former players of the club for not offering the influential playmaker a minute of

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Lorch Opens Up On Rulani Relationship

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Wydad Athletic Club winger Thembinkosi Lorch has opened up on his relationship with former coach Rulani Mokwena, who he has worked with at three clubs already. Lorch, 31, joined Wydad from Mamelodi Sundowns in January on a six-month loan and is part of their 2025 FIFA Club World Cup squad alongside compatriot Cassius Mailula, who is on loan from FC Toronto. Both were signed by Rulani Mokwena, who parted ways with the club before the end of the 2024/25 season as they finished third in the Botola Pro. Lorch admits it wasn’t easy arriving in Morocco as an unknown figure

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How Much Money Sundowns Earned After Opening Win

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Mamelodi Sundowns have already secured over R200 million after their win against Ulsan HD on Wednesday morning. Masandawana beat Ulsan HD 1-0 thanks to a goal by Iqraam Rayners to move to the top of Group F after Borussia Dortmund and Fluminense played out a goalless draw earlier. As a consequence, Sundowns have earned R36 million for their first win in the group stages, while a draw would’ve earned them R18 million. In addition, Sundowns and the other three African teams will receive a whopping R174 million in participation fees, meaning overall the Betway Premiership champions have already secured R210

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Sundowns Open CWC Campaign With Win In Orlando

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Mamelodi Sundowns produced an impressive opening performance in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup with a 1-0 win over K-League champions Ulsan HD at the Inter&Co Stadium on Wednesday evening in Orlando, Florida. Sundowns and Ulsan went toe to toe in the opening half of the game which as predicted by several of the players pre-match, was like a boxing match at first, as they felt each other out with contrasting approaches of the game. But Sundowns created the better of the chances, with Iqraam Rayners in particular, very lively – opening the scoring early one, but eventually saw it

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