Cardoso Reacts To Downs Win

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Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso admits that mental freshness aided them in overcoming a stubborn AmaZulu side. The Brazilians regained their 18-point lead at the top of the Betway Premiership standings following a hard-fought 2-0 at the Lucas Moripe Stadium on Tuesday night. Orlando Pirates, who were in action down in Cape Town at the same time, were held to a 0-0 draw by 10-men Stellenbosch FC. Peter Shalulile opened the scoring in the 51st minute for his 100th goal of the club before Arthur Sales rounded off the scoring the 87th minute. The Portugues mentor admitted that they

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10 Man Stellies Hold Pirates

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Despite being down to 10 men, Stellenbosch FC were able to hold out for a goalless draw against Orlando Pirates in their Betway Premiership match at the Athlone Stadium on Tuesday night. It was a battle between second and third in the league — Steve Barker’s team looked to close the gap on Jose Riveiro’s charges, while Pirates were looking to make ground on league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns, who they will face on Sunday. It was Pirates with arguably the brighter start, and Relebohile Mofokeng had the first attempt at goal in the ninth minute, but his shot was down

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Sundowns Beat AmaZulu To Extend Lead

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Mamelodi Sundowns extended their lead at the top of the Betway Premiership standings after recording a 2-0 win over AmaZulu at the Lucas Moripe Stadium on Tuesday night. The first real chance fell to Jayden Adams in the 16th minute with a well-struck shot from just outside the box, but Veli Mothwa was up to the task. Peter Shalulile missed a clear header at the far post after a cross from Lucas Ribeiro in the 22nd minute. Mothwa produced a timeous save from Iqraam Rayners four minutes later after being played in by Teboho Mokoena. In the 38th minute, Rayners

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Hlungwani – Stellies Defender Should’ve Walked

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Former PSL referee Victor Hlungwani says referee Sikhumbuso Gasa should’ve issued a red card for Stellenbosch FC defender Ismael Toure for a deliberate hand ball as well as shoving Kaizer Chiefs star Gaston Sirino in the face. Hlungwani said the Ivorian should not have finished the match which Chiefs went on to win 3-1 to advance to the semis of the competition. In one incident Toure handled the ball in the box and was only penalised with a spot kick and no caution which Hlungwani said was incorrect.        “We see a handball by Ismael Toure,” said Hlungwani on SABC’s

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JDR Stars Narrows Gap, CT Spurs Drops Into Relegation Zone

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Second-placed JDR Stars kept their title aspirations alive while Cape Town Spurs suffered yet another away defeat to drop into the relegation zone. Therlo Moosa opened the scoring for Spurs as early as the first minute, but Rankoko Tau equalized for Venda FC in the 35th minute before Tshepo Mofokeng scored the winner in the 51st minute for a 2-1 win as the Urban Warriors dropped to 15th place, one point behind 14th placed Venda FC.  Milford FC returned to winning ways, beating the Hungry Lions via Sfiso Mdluli’s solitary goal. Bright Ndlovu was the hero of the afternoon after bagging

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Sundowns & AmaZulu Starting XIs Announced 

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The starting lineups for this evening’s Betway Premiership clash between Mamelodi Sundowns and AmaZulu FC at Lucas Moripe Stadium have been announced.  Both teams have enjoyed the same amount of rest, having last competed in an official match six days ago.  Sundowns, currently leading the league, are experiencing a strong run, having won four of their last five matches and lost only one. In their last five matches, they have scored 13 goals and conceded five with 55 points after 21 matches and are firmly positioned at the top.  AmaZulu has demonstrated notable improvement from the start of their season.

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Stellies & Pirates Starting XIs Confirmed 

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Stellenbosch FC and Orlando Pirates have confirmed their starting 11s ahead of this evening’s Betway Premiership battle at Athlone Stadium.  Both teams were in action this past weekend, with Stellenbosch eliminated from the Nedbank Cup and Pirates advancing to the semifinals.  Stellenbosch are enjoying an unbeaten run in the league, having won three of their last five matches and drawn two, and are positioned third, eight points behind the Buccaneers. Due to suspensions, the Cape Winelands side will be without Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Sage Stephens and Ismaël Toure.  Pirates have experienced mixed results in their last five league games, securing

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Makhanya Offers Advice To Pirates Starlet

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Orlando Pirates DDC side coach Joseph Makhanya has advised new kid on the block Mbekezeli Mbokazi to firmly keep his feet on the ground and learn from the experienced defensive duo of Tapelo Xoki and Nkosinathi Sibisi. Mbokazi was given his first team debut in the Betway Premiership game against Chippa United before earning himself a Man of the Match performance in their Nedbank Cup last eight triumph over SuperSport United after also scoring in the encounter. ‘Duku Duku’ wants to see the 19-year-old lot to learn and absorb as much as possible from the senior players. “My advice to

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Miguel Addresses McCarthy Potential For Chiefs First-Team

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Kaizer Chiefs defender Inacio Miguel has addressed the impressive showings of academy product Aden McCarthy for Bafana Bafana and his potential. McCarthy, 21, has been training sporadically with the first-team over the past couple of seasons but has yet to make his official first team debut. A regular in the junior international teams and one of their consistent players in the DStv Diski Challenge squad, McCarthy has been subject of keen interest due to his showing in the recent African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers against Egypt. He also showcased his ability in the Carling Cup with the All Stars team

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