Hlungwani Explains Makalima’s Chiefs Penalty Delay

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Referee Akhona Makalima was spoilt for choice in her delaying to award Kaizer Chiefs a penalty against Chippa United, according to former PSL referee Victor Hlungwani. There had been confusion because Makalima took so long to point to the spot after the Chilli Boys captain Stanley Nwabali impeded Pule Mmodi by bringing him down before the Nigeran international shotstopper repeated that same offence on Mduduzi Shabalala in quick succession. Dissecting the incidents on Soccerzone, ‘The Principal’ applauded Makalima for taking her time in blowing the whistle because she gave Chiefs the advantage to see if Shabalala would tuck away the

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Mashiane Opens Up On Starting XI Return

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Kaizer Chiefs left-back Happy Mashiane has expressed his delight about returning to the starting XI after the exit of Thatayaone Ditlhokwe. Mashiane, 27, saw his game-time limited under Nasreddine Nabi with Bradley Cross often preferred as left-back in the first half of the campaign. However, Ditlhokwe seemed to have overtaken Cross in the pecking order before his move to Al-Ittihad opened the chance for Mashiane to shine. “Obviously, I hadn’t played a lot in a while,” he told the club’s media team. “So, coming back into that big game was a big motivation for me. I had to go in

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Former Chiefs Star Unveiled, Shirt No Revealed

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Libyan giants Al Ittihad have officially unveiled new signing Thatayaone Ditlhokwe from Kaizer Chiefs who will don the number 4 jersey at his new club. Ditlhokwe’s departure was confirmed by Amakhosi last week with reports suggesting the transfer fee was around R15 million. The 26-year-old joined Amakhosi at the start of the 2023/24 season from SuperSport United, making 32 appearances across all competitions in his 18-month tenure. He played his last match for Chiefs in the 1-0 win over Stellenbosch in Cape Town a fortnight ago. Join the iDiski Times WhatsApp Channel for all latest SA football news directly to

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September Opens Door To Kwayiba Transfer

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Chippa United head coach Thabo September says he’s hopeful one of the big clubs snap up Sinoxolo Kwayiba in order for him to reach his full potential. Kwayiba has emerged as one of the key figures of the Chippa squad since former coach Kwanele Kopo lured him back to the Eastern Cape from Pretoria Callies where they worked together in the Motsepe Foundation Championship. The 25-year-old has been impressive as a wide midfield outlet and in the number 10 role with nine goals and two assists in 32 games across all competitions and made his senior international debut for Bafana Bafana

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Bvuma Discusses New Chiefs Signings Impact Ahead Of SSU Clash

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Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Bruce Bvuma says their January transfers have shown why they were signed from day one of their respective arrivals. Bvuma, 29, started the season as third choice behind Brandon Petersen and Fiacre Ntwari and has now managed to make the number one spot his own in recent weeks. With five clean sheets in 11 games and only seven goals conceded, the academy product is putting his hand up after a period of uncertainty in the position for Amakhosi. And within that, a decent run of form has developed with new signings Thabo Cele, Glody Lilepo and Tashreeq

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Nedbank Cup Quarter-Finals Draw Confirmed

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The draw for the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals took place this evening, with Kaizer Chiefs facing an away trip to the Cape Winelands. SA’s top three sides have reached the Last-8 of the competition, making it an eagerly awaited draw. In addition, the likes of Stellenbosch FC, SuperSport United and Marumo Gallants add some interesting story lines to this year’s competition. Last but not least, Durban City are holding the fort for the Motsepe Foundation Championship clubs, while the situation around the Round of 32 fixture between Royal AM and Milford, with the winner yet to face Sekhukhune United casting a

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Ronaldo’s Warning About Spanish Refs Resurfaces After Bellingham Red

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Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham would’ve most probably avoided seeing red at the weekend had he heeded to Cristiano Ronaldo’s warning back in 2018. Bellingham was shown a straight red card in their 1-1 draw against Osasuna by referee Jose Luis Munuera Montero for apparent foul and abusive language. This gave Los Blancos a setback in their La Liga title defense as they now only trail second-placed Atletico Madrid by a single point, who themselves played to a 1-1 draw against Celta Vigo, but could see themselves level on points with Barcelona who host Vallecano later this evening. In his

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Mailula On Winning POTM Award

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Wydad Athletic Club loanee Cassius Mailula has dedicated his Player of the Month award to his teammates and coaches after another stellar performance.  Since sealing a season-long loan deal to the Red Castle from Major League Soccer side Toronto FC, the former Mamelodi Sundowns attacker has been on song for Rulani Mokwena’s charges. Mailula was named the January Player of the Month after scoring one goal and providing one assist in three games.  The 23-year-old is currently sitting on eight goal contributions in all competitions, three goals and five assists and is also the leading player at Wydad with the

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Nabi Opens Up On ‘TT’ Exit

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Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has hailed former defender Thatayaone Ditlhokwe for his professionalism following his transfer to Libyan giants Al-Ittihad on Friday. The 26-year-old joined Amakhosi at the start of the 2023/24 season from SuperSport United, making 32 appearances across all competitions in his 18-month tenure. He played his last match for Chiefs in the 1-0 win over Stellenbosch in Cape Town a fortnight ago. The Tunisian mentor was full of praise for the Botswana international, adding that this was also a great opportunity for the player and his family despite the Zebras captain always making his starting

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