Was Appollis Correctly Flagged Offside? Hlungwani Unpacks

Former PSL referee Victor Hlungwani has referred to Orlando Pirates forward Oswin Appollis’ goal ruled offside as ‘inconclusive’. This comes after the diminutive attacker thought he had given the Buccaneers an early first half lead in their stalemate against Kaizer Chiefs only for the goal to be flagged offside. This sparked a lot of debate among football fans from both teams with Pirates supporters feeling they had been robbed of a legitimate goal while certain Chiefs followers agreed with the decision not to allow the goal to stand. The two Soweto giants played to a 1-1 stalemate in what was

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Doc Dismisses 1998 WC Underachievement Claims

Bafana Bafana legend Doctor Khumalo has dismissed claims that they underachieved in their first ever FIFA World Cup in 1998 but rather not being able to overcome circumstances in camp. Bafana were eliminated from the group stage after losing 3-0 to the hosts and drawing 1-1 with Denmark and 2-2 with Saudi Arabia. South Africa went on to qualify for the next global show piece in Korea and Japan in 2002, missed out on the 2006 event in Germany however featured in the historic first African World Cup in 2010 as hosts. The France outing was viewed as a disaster

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Cardoso – Another Missed Opportunity After Pirates’ Slump

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has conceded that his side missed an opportunity to capitalise on Orlando Pirates’ slip in the title race.  Pirates were held to a 1-1 draw by Kaizer Chiefs in the Betway Premiership at FNB Stadium over the weekend. This opened the door for Sundowns to go top with a win against Richards Bay while still holding a game in hand.  However, Sundowns failed to take advantage, playing to another 0-0 draw after also being held to a 1-1 draw by Stellenbosch in midweek. “Obviously, it’s a missed opportunity. Of course, I didn’t know their result,

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Sebelebele Reacts To Pirates Dropping Points In Derby

Orlando Pirates winger Kamogelo Sebelebele has expressed huge disappointment following a share of the spoils in the Soweto Derby against rivals Kaizer Chiefs at FNB Stadium. The two Soweto giants played to a 1-1 stalemate in what was an entertaining but scrappy 185th derby spectacle on Sunday afternoon. This was also the first league stalemate between the two sides since the 2018/19 campaign, as Amakhosi ended the Buccaneers’ five-match winning streak in the fixture. It also dented their title challenge hopes which would’ve seen them open up the gap at the top with Mamelodi Sundowns also having been held to

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Dithejane Gets First Start, Bafana Defender Provides Assist

Puso Dithejane made his first start in Chicago Fire colours, while fellow Bafana Bafana defender Samukelo Kabini grabbed an assist over the weekend. Kabini, showing attacking instincts rare for a defender, set up his side’s second goal as Molde FK cruised to a 5-1 home victory over Valerenga in Norway’s top flight. In the MLS, Dithejane, who had struggled for game-time, appears to be gaining his coach’s confidence after starting in Chicago’s dominant 5-0 win against Sporting Kansas City. Meanwhile, compatriot Mbekezeli Mbokazi remained an unused substitute. Elsewhere, Bongokuhle Hlongwane played 63 minutes in Minnesota United’s narrow 1-0 defeat to Los Angeles FC, while Olwethu Makhanya completed the full

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Ben Youssef – These 4 Chiefs Players Deserve To Be With Bafana

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef believes four Amakhosi stars would deserved to be called up to the Bafana Bafana team based on their performances this season. The Glamour Boys held rivals Orlando Pirates to a 1-1 draw in the Soweto Derby, with Chiefs goalkeeper Brandon Petersen receiving the Man of the Match award after making six saves. When asked about Petersen’s performance and whether he deserves to be with Bafana, Ben Youssef agreed with the sentiment but insisted the likes of Bradley Cross, Lebohang Maboe and Thabiso Monyane should be considered, too. “I think it’s not only Petersen, we

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Ouaddou Takes Swipe At Chiefs

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has taken a swipe at Kaizer Chiefs following their 1-1 draw in Sunday’s Soweto Derby at FNB Stadium.  While Chiefs appeared satisfied with a point, Ouaddou expressed frustration, insisting his side had pushed for a winner and were disappointed not to claim all three points.  He suggested that had the match gone beyond 90 minutes, Pirates would likely have found a second goal given their attacking momentum.  The French-Moroccan mentor also accused Chiefs of time-wasting late in the game, saying their players went down too easily. He then questioned their ambition, adding that a club

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Cardoso Gives Update On Leon, Santos & Sales

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has provided an update on Brayan Leon, who was sidelined for the clash against Richards Bay, while also sharing the latest on Nuno Santos and Arthur Sales.  The Brazilians were held to a 0-0 draw by the Natal Rich Boyz in a Betway Premiership encounter at the uMhlathuze Sports Complex.  Cardoso confirmed that his star striker, Leon, missed the match due to injury.  Meanwhile, Nuno Santos is yet to reach full fitness, and Arthur Sales was forced off in the 23rd minute against Richards Bay with a knock, making way for Monnapule Saleng. “Look, what

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Ouaddou – Chiefs Came To Break My Players’ Legs

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has accused Kaizer Chiefs of adopting a malicious approach during their 1-1 Soweto Derby draw at FNB Stadium on Sunday.  The Betway Premiership clash saw Amakhosi dent Pirates’ title charge, but Ouaddou was particularly unhappy with the physical nature of the encounter.  He claimed his side struggled to impose themselves in the first half because Chiefs were more focused on targeting key players than playing football.  The French-Moroccan tactician went as far as describing the match as “karate” rather than the entertaining spectacle supporters deserved. “I think we must protect the players who are willing

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