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Mbokazi & Dithejane Make MLS Debuts

Two South African youngsters, Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Puso Dithejane, made their debuts for Chicago Fire in their 2-1 loss against Houston Dynamo. Mbokazi started his game in Major League Soccer for Chicago Fire away from home against Houston Dynamo. ALSO READ: Chicago Coach Opens Up On Chats With Broos Maseko Nets...

Chicago Coach Opens Up On Chats With Broos

Chicago Fire head coach Gregg Berhalter has confirmed that talks have taken place with Bafana Bafana head Hugo Broos as they look to correlate on a plan to develop defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi. Mbokazi made a surprise switch to the Major League Soccer outfit prior to the 2026 January transfer window...

Xoki – He’s A Special Talent For The Ages

Orlando Pirates vice-captain Tapelo Xoki says Mbekezeli Mbokazi has the support of the club and is hopeful he takes his opportunity to reach his full potential. Mbokazi has enjoyed a meteoric rise from being scouted at the Engen Knockout, to Pirates' DStv Diski Challenge squad, first team, senior national team...

Mbokazi Responds To US Move Criticism

Former Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi has opened up about the criticism he has come across following his move to Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States, where he joined Chicago Fire. The 20-year-old spent less than 12 months with the Buccaneers’ senior team before impressing enough to secure...

‘Playing Messi Will Ready Him For Major Leagues’

Chicago Fire coach Gregg Berhalter says playing against the likes of Lionel Messi and Heung-min Son in Majole League Soccer will prepare Mbekezeli Mbokazi for bigger leagues. He believes Mbokazi is a modern defender who can do many things during a game and will fit the way they want to...

Chicago Coach Reveals How They Signed Mbokazi

Chicago Fire head coach Gregg Berhalter has opened up on the process how they signed Mbekezeli Mbokazi, saying a sporting director in SA gave him a great review of the Bafana Bafana defender. Mbokazi, 20, has finally arrived in his new home and will now start training with his new...

Chicago Coach – Why We Signed Mbokazi & Dithejane

Chicago Fire head coach and director of football Gregg Berhalter has explained having Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Puso Dithejane together in a new environment will help the two players settle in quickly.  Speaking to journalists, Berhalter praised the quality of Mbekezeli Mbokazi, saying the defender is capable of handling top-level players.  He...

Galaxy’s Farewell Message To Dithejane After US Move

TS Galaxy have thanked winger Puso Dithejane for his commitment to the club after he completed his move to Chicago Fire in the US. The American League side confirmed on Tuesday that they have acquired the services of the 21-year-old on a four-and-a-half-year, U-22 Initiative deal. ALSO READ: Official: Dithejane...

Dithejane Reacts To Chicago Fire Move

Newly signed Chicago Fire winger Puso Dithejane has expressed excitement after making a switch to the Major League Soccer outfit. Dithejane, 21, was unveiled as Fire's newest acquisition on Tuesday on a four-and-a-half year, U-22 Initiative deal, where he will team up with fellow South African defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi. ALSO READ:...

Official: Dithejane Lands Overseas Club After Galaxy Exit

TS Galaxy attacker Puso Dithejane has joined Major League Soccer outfit Chicago Fire on a four-and-a-half year, U-22 Initiative deal. The 21-year-old has had glittering start to the 2025/26 season recording four goals with six assists which saw him pick up two Betway Premiership Player of the Month Awards for...

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