Pirates Star Remains Confident Of Finishing Top

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Orlando Pirates midfielder Selaelo Rasebotja has delivered a confident assessment of his side’s title prospects with five matches left in the season. Pirates lead the standings on 58 points after 25 matches, narrowly ahead of Mamelodi Sundowns, who are two points behind but have two matches in hand. Recent draws against Siwelele at home and Richards Bay away have seen Pirates drop valuable points, opening the door for Sundowns, who could move four points clear if they win their two games in hand. Despite this, Rasebotja remains optimistic, insisting Pirates are focused on their own performances rather than their rivals,

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CT Suffer Big Promotion Blow

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Cape Town City lost 2-1 to Motsepe Foundation Championship leaders Kruger United on Wednesday, with the result all but ending their direct promotion hopes. The Citizens entered the game in second place, five points behind Kruger and could’ve closed their gap on the leaders to just two points with four games remaining. However, goals by Tulane Ndlela and Morne Peter Nel saw the home side secure an important victory, with Therlo Moosa scoring for the Citizens. The result saw Kruger climb to 52 points, eight ahead of City, who stayed on 44 and dropped to third place. Meanwhile, Hungry Lions

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Cisse Attracting Heavyweight Interest As European & African Giants Circle

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Golden Arrows midfielder Isaac Cisse is attracting serious interest from some of the continent’s biggest clubs, as well as Europe as he continues to impress in his debut season in the Premier Soccer League. While Al Ahly, Kaizer Chiefs, Al Hilal Sudan and Belgian Pro League giants Club Brugge all said to be monitoring the industrious midfielder ahead of the upcoming transfer window, Arrows have rejected two official offers for the teenage sensation. Charleroi of the Belgian top-flight and Esperance Sportive de Tunis have made contact with the players’ representatives, sources have confirmed to iDiski Times. Taraji are in the

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Edition 252 – Soweto Derby & Sundowns CAFCL

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The 252nd edition of iDiski Times is out now — packed with features, exclusive interviews, and powerful voices from across the football world. Mamelodi Sundowns are in the CAF Champions League final again, and Matshelane Mamabolo looks at what Miguel Cardoso and the team have achieved and some of the standout performers. Bra Jakes also brings us a preview of this weekend’s Soweto Derby with Orlando Pirates needing a victory against Kaizer Chiefs to maintain their challenge in the league, and we hear from Bashin Mahlangu and Nhlanhla Kubheka. Lethabo Kganyago, meanwhile, caught up with former Orlando Pirates captain Lucky

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Chiefs Hand In-Form Defender New Deal

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Kaizer Chiefs have secured the future of young defender Aden McCarthy, with the centre-back signing a new two-year contract, with an option to extend. The 22-year-old has been a consistent presence in the Amakhosi defensive setup this season, stepping up following the long-term injury absence of Rushwin Dortley to feature alongside the likes of Inácio Miguel, Given Msimango, and Zitha Kwinika. McCarthy is a product of the academy system and has been part of the Chiefs setup since July 2022, continuing a family connection with the Soweto giants — his father, Fabian McCarthy, also represented the Glamour Boys during his

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Zwane Reveals Key Player Ruled Out for Six Months

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AmaZulu FC head coach Arthur Zwane has confirmed that first-choice goalkeeper Darren Johnson will be side-lined for nearly six months due to injury.  The shot-stopper, who joined Usuthu at the beginning of the season, quickly cemented his place as the team’s number one.  After making 21 appearances in all competitions and recording nine clean sheets, Johnson’s injury has opened the door for Olwethu Mzimela to step in. “Darren unfortunately is gonna be out for some time,” said Zwane. “He’s gonna be out for probably six months, at most.” Zwane admitted that AmaZulu have struggled with recurring goalkeeper injuries this season,

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Ngezana Makes Injury Return In Comeback Win

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FCSB and Bafana Bafana defender Siyabonga Ngezana made his first appearance since January 2026, coming off the bench in the 78th minute. Ngezana reportedly refused to undergo surgery after suffering a meniscus injury and was on the mend since the beginning of the year. ALSO READ: Ngezana At Loggerheads Over Surgery At FCSB?Mahoota Reserves Advice For Mailula On His Future The 28-year-old last played for FCSB in January in the Europa League clash against Turkish giants Fenerbahçe; since then, he has been sidelined. His return to action saw FCSB pick up an important 3-2 victory on the road against Farul

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Mngqithi – Where Bafana Need Rayners 

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Golden Arrows head coach Manqoba Mngqithi has outlined the kind of matches in which Bafana Bafana could benefit from the inclusion of Mamelodi Sundowns striker Iqraam Rayners.  The 30-year-old forward has recently been overlooked by Hugo Broos, notably missing out on the AFCON tournament held in Morocco.  He was also absent from the most recent squad during Bafana’s camp, where they faced Panama in two international friendlies as part of their World Cup preparations. Mngqithi believes Rayners’ qualities become particularly valuable against stronger opposition, where South Africa are more likely to exploit space in behind the defence.  He pointed out

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Hunt Issues Warning To Stellies For Sundowns Test

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Stellenbosch FC head coach Gavin Hunt has issued a warning to his charges of a daunting task that lies ahead against Mamelodi Sundowns on Wednesday. Stellies face the defending champions away at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, a venue that’s been a fortress for the hosts in recent years. Hunt’s side are looking to build on their last victory looking to close in on the top eight after they dispatched Sekhukhune United 3-1. They are currently in ninth position on the table with 31 points from 24 matches while Sundowns are second with 56 points in 23 outings. Ahead of the game,

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