Late Winner Seals CAFCC Win For Stellies

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Stellenbosch hit the woodwork three times, before finally grabbing a last minute winner in a 1-0 win over Desportivo Lundo Sul in their CAF Confederation Cup group game at the Estádio 11 de Novembro in Luanda on Sunday afternoon. Steve Barker’s team were facing a tough challenge after losing their first two group games, and remain in contention in Group B after picking up their first-ever CAFCC group match win. They started positively with Thabo Moloisane going wide with a header in the opening two minutes, while Cupido’s effort in the fifth minute lacked power and was saved easily by

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Mokwana Praised After Scoring In ES Tunis Win

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Esperance de Tunis coach Laurentiu Reghecampf had nothing but plaudits for his side and made special mention of Elias Mokwana in their 2-0 win over Pyramids FC to move top of Group D in the CAF Champions League. The Tunisian side continued their fine form as they consolidated top spot with seven points after Youcef Belaili scored the opener with a sublime beauty before Mokwana rounded off the scoring. This was the Bafana Bafana international’s second tournament goal as his side remain unbeaten with Reghecampf applauding his scorers on the day and importantly the third clean sheet saying it will be

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Riveiro Outlines Pirates’ CAF Objectives

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Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro says progression in the CAF Champions League is their objective after they dropped two vital points in Ivory Coast. Pirates were held to 1-1 draw by Stade d’Abidjan in their third match in Group but moved to the summit of the standings with five points. Behind Pirates is Egyptian giants Al Ahly with just a sole point-difference while the latter has a game in hand and CR Belouizdad are third with three points from two games. Riveiro reflected after the clash at stade Felix Houphouent-Boigny at the number of points teams needed in previous

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Sundowns vs Raja Starting XIs Announced

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Newly appointed Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has rang a few changes in his first match for the CAF Champions League group stage tie against Raja Athletic Club at Loftus Versfeld. The former Esperance Tunis mentor will this afternoon give his new followers an indication how he plans to set up his side in terms of his blueprint as they chase their first win of the group stage. The hosts have picked up just two points in two outings after consecutive draws against Maniema Union (0-0) and FAR Rabat (1-1) respectively but could pile further misery on Raja who have

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Makgopa Reacts To Pirates’ Away Draw

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Orlando Pirates striker Evidence Makgopa was left disappointed and reckons they should’ve bag maximum points after a 1-1 draw against Ivorian side Stade d’Abidjan. Pirates dominated the match from the first whistle and created many chances but failed to take them. They then took the lead through Makgopa from the penalty spot after Relebohile Mofokeng was brought down in the 18-yard area. Makgopa had a glorious opportunity after Stade d’Abidjan equalized to restore the lead but couldn’t finish the one-on-one with the keeper. Speaking with the media after the match, the lanky Bucs man admitted that he was disappointed by

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How To Watch Sundowns Against Raja

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Mamelodi Sundowns face a stern test to pick up their first three points of the CAF Champions League group stage when they take on Raja Casablanca with the match set to be broadcast on SuperSport 209 and SABC 1. The Brazilians commenced their bid for a second CAFCL title with consecutive draws against Maniema Union and FAR Rabat respectively under the previous tutelage of Manqoba Mngqithi before he was shown the exit door and replaced by Miguel Cardoso. The former Esperance mentor is expected to be on the touchline this afternoon, and with his charges occupying second position in Group

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Van Wyk Points Out Differences In Austria Since Leaving Stellies

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Former Stellenbosch FC winger Antonio Van Wyk has spoken about the biggest difference he has encountered since joining SV Ried in Austria. Van Wyk joined Ried three months ago and has so far settled well in at the team who are fighting for promotion in the Bundesliga 2. Ried are currently second, three points off leaders Admira Wacker after 16 games, after winning their final game of 2024 last Friday. There will now be a two-month winter break in Austria, where Van Wyk is working on a physical programme to deal with what he says is the biggest difference in

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Ahly Legend Slams Koller Over Tau Decision

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Al Ahly legend Wael Gomaa has slammed Ahly coach Marcel Koller after the Egyptians lost on a penalty shootout to Pachuca in the Intercontinental Cup. The match played out to a goalless draw and was decided on penalty kicks with the Mexicans winning 6-5 in the shootout. Gomaa said after the game that Koller should take the blame for certain decisions, including Percy Tau not being used as a designated penalty taker. Tau did take a kick in sudden death, and converted, after the Egyptians had missed an earlier opportunity to win the shootout. “Marcel Koller bears a large part

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Mngqithi Opens Up On Rulani Relationship

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Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi described his relationship with Wydad Athletic Club head coach Rulani Mokwena as one of a “big brother-younger brother” during their time at Chloorkop.  Mngqithi and Mokwena worked together at Sundowns for several years and won titles including the 2016 CAF Champions League. The duo also had a stint as co-coaches before Mokwena was appointed as the head coach.  There were rumours that the duo didn’t have a good relationship where they were working together. Speaking to Robert Marawa on Radio947, Mngqithi cleared those rumours, stating that he had a good working relationship with Mokwena. 

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