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The 216th edition of iDiski Times is out now — and it's packed with compelling features, exclusive interviews, and powerful voices from across the football world. In this week’s edition, Matshelane Mamabolo looks ahead to the start of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership and asks Gordon Igesund and Happy Jele whether...

Former Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele has called on his former side to be 200% mentally ready when they face arch-rivals Kaizer Chiefs in the Soweto Derby on Saturday, as the game could be decisive in their title chase. Pirates go into this encounter after two back-to-back defeats against Pyramids...

The 202nd edition of iDiski Times is now available, and this week it’s a SOWETO DERBY SPECIAL, as Matshelane Mamabolo looks at the history of the Soweto Derby and some of the greatest matches from the past, and hears from two legends, Marks Maponyane and Jerry Sikhosana, as well...

Former Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele has discussed potential candidates to replace the outgoing Jose Riveiro at the club, saying it would have to be someone who will not drop the Spaniard’s and the club’s standards. The club confirmed last month that Riveiro will leave at the end of the...

Former Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele has hailed the rise of Thabiso Sesane at the club having first hand witnessed his transformation as a youngster into the first team. Jele, the record appearance-making for the club, eclipsing the 400-game milestone and over a decade with the Buccaneers has revelled in...

Orlando Pirates legend Happy Jele reckons that his former side remain the only team that can dethrone Mamelodi Sundowns for the Betway Premiership title this campaign. Jele, 37, was part of the Buccaneers squad under Julio Leal that last won the club's championship which was way back in the 2011/12...

Former Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele is pleading with his former club to extend Jose Riveiro's contract for a further two years after proving his worth by winning five trophies in his three seasons. When Riveiro arrived at Pirates, there were many question marks, and many football lovers scrutinized his...

Former Orlando Pirates defender Happy Jele says his wishes to see Kaizer Chiefs do well as it makes the league competitive. Mamelodi Sundowns have dominated the domestic scene in recent seasons and completed an unprecedented record seven league titles in a row, while Pirates have emerged as the domestic cup...

Former Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele has been left impressed by Thabiso Sesane, Relebohile Mofokeng & Deon Hotto following the Buccaneers' dream start to the 2024/25 campaign. "Magents" made close to 400 appearances for Pirates between 2006 and 2022, scoring 18 goals with two assists before moving on to join...

Orlando Pirates legend Happy Jele believes that his former side is capable of beating Al Ahly in the CAF Champions League eSgodini this coming weekend. The two sides meet in a top-of-the-table Group C encounter after they both picked up three points on match-day one. ALSO READ: Latest Carling All Star...