Mokwena On Cardoso’s Zwane Snub

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Former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Rulani Mokwena has shied away from commenting on Themba Zwane not featuring in the CAF Champions League final, opting to give respect to the player for being a top professional. Despite playing a pivotal role in Sundowns winning an unprecedented eighth consecutive Betway Premiership title, the silky maestro, did not taste a single minute in the final. Mokwena, who recently parted ways with Wydad Athletic Club, gave a hint that he would have given Mshishi a run because he represents the township football that a lot of kids can relate to. “Yeah, it’s always has

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Broos – He Deserved The Man Of The Match Award

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos believes Khulumani Ndamane deserved his Man of the Match award on his debut against Tanzania. The TS Galaxy defender was one of five debutants on Friday, as a youthful Bafana side were held to a goalless draw by the Taifa Stars. The 21-year-old, though, showed his qualities and was rightfully awarded with the Man of the Match cheque, according to Broos. “It means that he made a good performance,” the Belgian mentor said when asked by iDiski Times. “I’m don’t always agree with the Man of the Match, sometimes when I’m seeing the Man of

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Bafana Held To A Draw By Tanzania

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Bafana Bafana played to a goalless draw with Tanzania in an international friendly at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Friday evening. Bafana coach Hugo Broos named three debutants in the starting line-up Deano Van Rooyen, Khulumani Ndamani, and Simphiwe Selepe, while Renaldo Leaner and Mohau Nkota came off the bench for their debuts in the youthful side. The home side had an early chance to get a goal through Oswin Appollis but his effort was cleared at the goal mouth in the opening five minutes. Appollis could have also scored at the stroke of half-time but his shot was tame

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Bafana Starting XI vs Tanzania

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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has named his starting line-up for this evening’s friendly international against Tanzania at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane. With Broos opting not to select Mamelodi Sundowns players due to the FIFA Club World Cup in the US in a few days’ time, the Belgian mentor made use of the opportunity to have a look at several new faces. Tonight’s encounter will be the first of two friendlies (they also play Mozambique) as they gear up preparations for the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers later this year. The last time Broos’ charges were

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Official: Ahly Unveil Marquee Signing For FIFA CWC

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Al Ahly have confirmed the signing of Ahmed Sayed Zizo who joins in a controversial free transfer from fierce rivals Zamalek SC. Zizo, 29, emerged as one of the leading performers in African football and an ever-present figure in the national team since joining the White Knights from Portuguese side Moreirense six years ago. With over 150 goal contributions in 260 games, he was the proverbial king of Cairo and considered the finest talent in the Egyptian Premier League, making his switch to the Red Devils all the more antagonising for the Zamalek supporters. He won two league titles, Egypt

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Official: Pirates Confirm Duo Exit

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Orlando Pirates have confirmed the exit of defensive duo Paseka Mako and Thabiso Monyane. Mako, 31, joined the Buccaneers from Chippa United in July 2018 but will not see his stay extended with his contract set run down at the end of June. He featured 173 times for the Buccaneers, scoring twice and laying eight assists. Monyane on the other hand is a youth product of the club’s reserves having tasted first team football in July 2019 with the 25-year-old going on to play 94 times for Bucs scoring four goals with a further four assists. Pirates confirmed on Friday

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Maphangule – Rele’s Bafana Gesture Was Special

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Bafana Bafana midfielder Ndamulelo Maphangule has reflected on his senior national team debut saying his teammates including Relebohile Mofokeng made it special. The 28-year-old made Hugo Broos’ squad for the first time in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin in March, coming on as a substitute in the 2-0 win over Likwena in his hometown. Maphangule has since been part of the Bafana squad that qualified for the CHAN tournament and is also in the team that’s preparing for the international friendlies against Tanzania and Mozambique this week. Maphangule spoke to iDiski Times writer Lethabo Kganyago

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Broos – We Don’t Have Yamals & Messis

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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has cautioned that it’s too early to thrust young U20 players into the senior team despite their U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) glory. South Africa won the continental youth crown and also qualified for the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile where they have been drawn in Group E with the USA, France and New Caledonia. The coach was asked if these players have impressed enough to stay in the senior team or if they are being sharpened for the youth world show piece and he said he is careful with how

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Lakay’s Future At Pyramids Hangs In The Balance

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South Africa international Fagrie Lakay will return to his mother club Pyramids FC following the end of his season-long loan spell at Ceremica Cleopatra with his future yet to be decided. The 28-year-old joined Pyramids on a two-and-a-half-year deal back in January 2022 but was shipped out on loan the following year following the arrival of star striker Fiston Mayele. During his loan spell at Cleopatra, Lakay made 27 appearances in all competitions, scoring four goals and contributing with seven assists, helping his side finish in sixth place. The Bafana Bafana forward will return to Pyramids FC as his one

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