Barker Confirms Exit Of Pirates Target

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Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker confirmed the exit of Sihle Nduli, with the midfielder expected to join Orlando Pirates. Earlier this month, this publication reported that Nduli is leaving Stellenbosch FC on a free transfer to join the Buccaneers. The former TS Galaxy midfielder has been one of the pillars for Stellies this season, winning the Carling Knockout Cup and scoring the winning goal in the CAF Conderation Cup quarter-final against Zamalek in Cairo.  After the final league game, where Stellies secured another CAFCC campaign, Barker praised Nduli for his professionalism and wished him good luck on his new

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Doc Makes Zwane Claim After Late Downs Draw

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Kaizer Chiefs and Bafana Bafana legend Doctor Khumalo has insisted Mamelodi Sundowns needed Themba Zwane on the pitch to defend their lead in the first leg of the CAF Champions League final against Pyramids FC. Sundowns suffered a late blow at Loftus Versfeld Stadium when Walid El Karti equalised Lucas Ribeiro’s opener. Before the late equaliser, it had looked as though Sundowns managed to take a crucial 1-0 win to Cairo but they uncharacteristically gave the ball away and were punished by the visitors. After the match, Khumalo stated that Miguel Cardoso should’ve looked at captain Zwane to help defend

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Official: Wydad Sign Former Chiefs & Pirates Target

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Wydad Athletic Club have announced the signing of former Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates target Stephane Aziz Ki from Young Africans. The 29-year-old was one of the most sought-after talents on the continent since joining the club from ASEC Mimosas. The Burkina Faso international had a season to remember in 2023/24, as he also won a Golden Boot in the NBC Premier League with 21 goals. His fine performances in the CAF Champions League and NBC Premier League had seen him linked with a host of clubs, including Pirates, Chiefs, as well as Mamelodi Sundowns and Pyramids. Rulani Mokwena also

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Nabi Defiant After Missing Out On MTN8

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Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has insisted he will not dramatise missing out on the MTN8 after finishing the 2024/25 league campaign outside the top eight. Amakhosi failed to beat Polokwane City at FNB Stadium on Saturday, meaning they finished their campaign on 32 points from 28. While Chiefs missed out on the top eight, Polokwane City booked their spot with 34 points. However, Nabi insisted he should not only be judged on the league but also the success in the Nedbank Cup – and insisted his side could’ve finished in third place if they had a goalscoring striker.

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7/8 MTN8 Spots Confirmed

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Seven of the eight MTN8 spots have been confirmed after the final matchday of Betway Premiership fixtures, with Kaizer Chiefs missing out again Even though some games are still outstanding, seven places in the top eight have been secured. On Saturday, AmaZulu and Polokwane secured their place in the top eight, with draws against Orlando Pirates (1-1) and Polokwane City (0-0), respectively. Mamelodi Sundowns had long booked their spot after securing their eighth successive Betway Premiership – the same goes for second-placed Orlando Pirates. Stellenbosch FC, who secured third spot on Saturday with a goalless draw against Cape Town City,

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Chiefs Miss Out On Top Eight

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Kaizer Chiefs missed out on finishing inside the top eight for a second successive season after failing to beat Polokwane City at FNB Stadium on Saturday. Tashreeq Morris had the first chance of the game but his shot went past the far post after 15 minutes. Amakhosi came even closer to scoring five minutes later when a thunderous shot by Dillan Solomons hit the left post, before Morris’ missed a great chance on the rebound. Polokwane City missed a great chance after 35 minutes when Surprise Manthosi’s shot missed the target. Chiefs had another chance in the 40th but a

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Sundowns Suffer Late CAFCL Final Blow

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Mamelodi Sundowns suffered a last-minute blow in their first leg CAF Champions League final against Pyramids on Saturday afternoon at Loftus Versfeld Stadium. In a opening half devoid of fluency, despite Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso showing intent with four forwards; Arthur Sales, Lucas Ribeiro Costa, Iqraam Rayners and Tashreeq Matthews – it was Fiston Mayele who showed the biggest threat on the counter for the visitors. It proved so frustrating, that Matthews was hauled off before the break with Jayden Adams coming on for Matthews as they look to gain more control of proceedings. Adans brought the desired impact,

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Sundowns & Pyramids Starting XIs Announced 

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Mamelodi Sundowns and Pyramids FC have their starting line-ups for the CAF Champions League final first-leg at Loftus Versfeld Stadium.  The day the whole continent has been waiting for has arrived, with the two best teams in Africa this season battling out for the new CAF Champions League trophy.  Sundowns have been struggling to reach this stage of the competition but after eliminating ES Tunis in the quarter-finals and Al Ahly in the semi-finals they finally made it to the final again. Meanwhile, Pyramids FC shocked everyone when they reached the final after hammering AS FAR and dumping out Orlando

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Chiefs & PLK City Startings XI Announced 

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Kaizer Chiefs and Polokwane City have announced their starting line-ups for this afternoon’s Betway Premiership last round clash at FNB Stadium.  The battle for the top eight finish goes down to the wire. Amakhosi’s faith to finish in the top eight is in their hands, as they need to win this afternoon against Rise and Shine. But a win is something that they haven’t witnessed in the league in the last eight matches.  The importance of this match could also determine the future of head coach Nasreddine Nabi, as finishing in top eight is a priority to Chiefs management.  Meanwhile,

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