Banyana Target COSAFA Record & Huge England Test Awaits

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Despite securing the 2024 COSAFA Women’s Championship semis spot, Banyana Banyana go into their final Group A tie against minnows Seychelles with no intention of taking their foot off the paddle. Maud Khumalo’s troops secured a last four berth for the first time in two years after thumping Eswatini 3-0 on Friday and take on the tournament debutants at Madibaz Stadium this afternoon at 15:00. South Africa is the most successful team of the regional tournament with seven titles out of 12 editions, however haven’t lifted the trophy since 2020, with coach Khumalo urging his side to make sure that

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Khanye Discusses Chiefs’ Sirino Problem

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Former Kaizer Chiefs winger Junior Khanye believes his former side cannot play when Gaston Sirino is not on song saying he’s the kind of player a coach doesn’t sub even when he’s having a bad game. Sirino has been instrumental for Amakhosi under Nasreddine Nabi since arriving at the start of the season. The 31-year-old has two goals and three assists in all competitions but couldn’t help his side avoid a 1-0 defeat in the Betway Premiership this past weekend, lasting just 57 minutes as he continues to work his way back to full fitness. Khanye admits Sirino was frustrated

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Campbell’s Scintillating Form Continues In Belgium

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South Africa U20 talent Shandre Campbell has continued his impressive form in Belgium with Club NXT. The reserve team for Club Brugge, who are in the second tier of Belgian football boasts some of the most promising talent in the country. Campbell netted a stunning brace on his debut, coming on as a late substitute, before joining up with the Amajita squad for the U20 Cosafa Cup, where he won the Player of the Tournament honour as they won the title and qualified for the U20 Africa Cup of Nations. The 19-year-old, who joined Brugge in a deal worth around

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Billiat Names Bafana Legend As Toughest Ever Opponent

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Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs forward Khama Billiat says Tsepo Masilela was his hardest opponent in over a decade in the Premier Soccer League. Billiat, 34, left Chiefs and joined Yadah FC in the Zimbabwean top-flight, which took many by surprise as he looked for a fresh start to his career. And it’s done exactly that as he’s among the favourites for the Football of the Season in his home country and his form earned him a recall to the national team, where he’s made a u-turn on his international retirement. While he won every trophy on offer in

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Mourinho Sends Come-And-Get-Me Plea To EPL Clubs

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Former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has jokingly claimed that to avoid UEFA competitions, he would be prepared to coach a team near the bottom of the table in England, when he leaves Turkish giants Fenerbahce. Mourinho was facing his former side for the first time since leaving England as they earned a 1-1 draw in the Europa League on the night, with the Portuguese also making headlines after being sent to the stands for remonstrating Fenerbahce’s appeals for a second half penalty, which was waved away by referee Clement Turpin. Mourinho said he would have to leave Fenerbahce instead

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Nabi Explains Maart Drop & Why Blom Hasn’t Played More

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Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has explained why captain Yusuf Maart dropped to the bench in their 1-0 defeat to SuperSport United on Saturday, and why Njabulo Blom hasn’t featured more yet. Maart had started all previous four games this campaign but dropped to the bench in Chiefs’ loss to Matsatsantsa, with Samkelo Zwane and Edson Castillo getting a start in the defensive midfield roles. However, Castillo picked up an injury after 33 minutes and had to be replaced, meaning Maart still featured for 67 minutes in the game – with Nabi explaining he initially wanted to give his

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Khanye Likens Nkota To Barcelona Star

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Former Kaizer Chiefs winger Junior Khanye has tipped Orlando Pirates talent Mohau Nkota to have a bright future ahead saying the player reminds him of FC Barcelona and Brazilian star Raphinha. Nkota was promoted from Pirates’ development this season and has been a marvel to watch as he netted a brace in their 2-1 win against AmaZulu in the Betway Premiership at Orlando Stadium on Friday evening. The 19-year-old’s first goal against Usuthu was an absolute left-footed belter from outside the box giving Richard Ofori no chance as Pirates shot to the top of the log with 15 points from

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Mohafe On How He Orchestrated Sundowns Downfall

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Polokwane City head coach Phuti Mohafe revealed that stifling Mamelodi Sundowns‘ midfield and wide spaces was the secret ingredient to their famous win. Rise and Shine got their revenge from this season’s MTN8 quarterfinal defeat at the hands of Sundowns as a 1-0 smash-and grab from captain Bulelani Nikani in the 82nd minute was enough to see Mohafe’s troops move to fourth in the standings. This was City’s first win over Sundowns in about five years and the former Royal Eagles (now Royal AM) mentor was full of praise for his charges who digged deep to upset the defending champions

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Milford Goes Two Points Clear At The Top Of MFC

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Milford FC opened the gap at the top by two points after beating Leruma United, while Durban City and Upington City dropped points in the Motsepe Foundation Championship this weekend. MFC round eight of matches started in Eastern Cape between newcomers Highbury FC and JDR Stars. The Yellow Nation shocked Stars with a 1-0 win with Gospel singer Mzoxolo Rafani scoring the only goal of the match for Highbury’s first win of the season. Check the updated Betway Premiership log HERE. In the capital city, Pretoria Callies narrowly beat Baroka FC 1-0 and had a sigh of relief as they

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