Ouaddou Emphasises Squad Rotation and Ambition at Orlando Pirates. image: Goal score.com by Lwandiso Simanga Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has reiterated his commitment to rotating his squad throughout the 2025/26 season, stressing that maintaining freshness and balance is essential for sustained success. Following his team’s recent match against Magesi, Ouaddou defended his decision to…
Japan coach Eddie Jones image: Internet by Lwandiso Simanga Japan coach Eddie Jones believes his team is ready to defeat South Africa after coming close to a stunning victory over Australia in Tokyo. Despite falling short 19–15 to the Wallabies, the Brave Blossoms delivered an inspiring performance that showcased their growing strength and resilience. Japan’s…
image: St Lupopo Club St. Lupopo Dismisses Allegations of Mistreating Orlando Pirates By Lwandiso Simanga Congolese club St. Eloi Lupopo has firmly denied accusations of mistreating South African side Orlando Pirates during their recent CAF Champions League encounter in Lubumbashi. In an official statement, Lupopo described the reports circulating on social media and certain media…
image: Diski times Cedric Kaze hints at potential Kaizer Chiefs debuts. by Lwandiso Simanga Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze has confirmed that several key players are poised to return from injury, with some new signings potentially making their debuts as the club resumes domestic competition. Chiefs will face Siwelele FC at the FNB Stadium on…
Traore seeks answers as to why Burkina Faso did not qualify for World Cup playoffs. by Lwandiso Simanga Burkina Faso’s President, Ibrahim Traore, has demanded an official explanation from FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) after his country narrowly missed out on a World Cup playoff spot to Nigeria under contentious circumstances. The…
Minister Gayton McKenzie wants SAFA boss Danny Jordaan to give a report on the Lesotho match red card debacle. (Sydney Seshibedi/Gallo Images) by Lwandiso Simanga Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the South African Football Association (SAFA), led by Danny Jordaan, to submit a detailed report explaining…
Bafana Bafana warned not to set Mbekezeli Mbokazi. (Kick-Off) By Mathipa Phishego Bafana Bafana supporters have taken to social media to warn the national team’s technical staff not to field Mbekezeli Mbokazi, who is currently suspended due to a red card, ahead of tonight’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against Rwanda. The warning, which has…
Mamelodi Sundowns chairman Tlhopie Motsepe images: Soccer Laduma by Lwandiso Simanga Mamelodi Sundowns chairman Thlopie Motsepe and Kenneth Simmons, son of Kaizer Chiefs marketing director Jessica Motaung, are among 30 aspiring coaches taking part in the latest SAFA C License coaching course in Gauteng. The program, organized by the South African Football Association (SAFA), runs…
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos image: Diskitimes.com by Lwandiso Simanga Mbekezeli Mbokazi, a rising star in South African football, has been named in the 23-man squad set to face Zimbabwe and Rwanda in the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Despite only making his first-team debut in March, the Orlando Pirates defender has swiftly established…
Mgiftoz the artist image: MGIFTOZ (Instagram) by Lwandiso Simanga Rising Amapiano sensation Mgiftoz has paid tribute to Mamelodi Sundowns star striker Peter Shalulile by dedicating a forthcoming single to the Namibian forward. The release follows Shalulile’s remarkable milestone earlier this month, when he scored his 130th goal in South African club football. With that achievement,…
