Author: Rethabile Nyelele

Kaizer Chiefs have officially confirmed that Mozambican international Edmilson Dove will be leaving the club at the conclusion of his contract this month. This marks yet another exit in what is shaping up to be a significant squad reshuffle ahead of the new season. End of the Road for Dove at Naturena The Soweto giants made the announcement on Tuesday. They revealed that the 30-year-old defender will part ways with the club once his contract expires at the end of June. In a statement shared on their official website, Chiefs expressed appreciation for Dove’s time at the club. “Kaizer Chiefs…

The Springboks are preparing for a significant transformation in one of their most formidable areas — the front row — as the 2025 international season approaches. The familiar faces who anchored the pack during two Rugby World Cup triumphs are gradually stepping aside. This is paving the way for fresh blood to take charge. Springboks: Changing of the Guard This shift has been prompted by a combination of injuries, advancing age, and retirements. These factors are thinning out the seasoned front row group. The most notable loss has been the forced retirement of Steven Kitshoff earlier this year. The veteran…

Mamelodi Sundowns made a dream start to their FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 win over South Korean champions Ulsan HD in the early hours of Wednesday morning (local time). The victory at Inter & Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida, saw the South African giants rise to the top of their group after European heavyweights Borussia Dortmund and Brazilian side Fluminense played out a draw. Iqraam Rayners Shines on the Global Stage Iqraam Rayners was the hero of the night, scoring the only goal and claiming the Superior Man of the Match award. His 36th-minute strike came…

The newly crowned ICC World Test Championship winners, the Proteas, are set to return home to a hero’s welcome. A special meet-and-greet celebration is planned in Sandton to mark their historic achievement. Champions Return After Lord’s Glory South Africa’s national men’s cricket team stunned the world by defeating Australia by five wickets at Lord’s last week. They clinched their first-ever World Test Championship title, marking their most significant international success since lifting the Champions Trophy in 1998. Now, coach Shukri Conrad and Test skipper Temba Bavuma are inviting fans to join them in commemorating this momentous victory. Fan Celebration at…

Mamelodi Sundowns are on the brink of a massive opportunity as they prepare to launch their FIFA Club World Cup campaign in the United States. The South African champions, who continue to make waves in African football, now face the ultimate test on the global stage. They have a real chance to advance into the tournament’s top 16. Their journey begins on Wednesday, 18 June, against Ulsan HD from South Korea. It is followed by a high-profile clash with Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund on 21 June. The group stage concludes with an exciting encounter against Brazilian outfit Fluminense on 25…

Despite Bafana Bafana’s disappointing 3-0 defeat to Angola in the COSAFA Cup final at the Free State Stadium, coach Vela Khumalo remains upbeat about the tournament’s impact — especially its role in unearthing talent for the senior national side. While the team fell short of lifting the trophy, Khumalo believes the squad’s performance offered valuable insights and showcased players ready to make the step up. Young Guns Impress in Testing Conditions Speaking after the final, Khumalo praised his young side, which included several players on the verge of full national selection. The tournament, he explained, was less about results and…

As preparations for the upcoming 2025/26 Premier Soccer League season intensify, South Africa’s most iconic football rivals, Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, are gearing up for European pre-season training camps. Domestic campaigns are officially wrapped up. Both sides are now focused on bolstering their squads and refining their strategies abroad. Kaizer Chiefs Head to the Netherlands Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed that their pre-season schedule will see them travel to the Netherlands from 3 to 19 July. This European stint is part of a wider effort to reboot the team after a dismal league finish last season. Amakhosi slumped to tenth…

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has laid out a formidable path for the national team’s 2025 campaign. He sets the tone for a year filled with intensity, experimentation, and high expectations. The season kicks off with a unique clash against the Barbarians on 28 June. This non-test encounter is vital, as Erasmus describes, for blending experience with youth. Building Depth and Managing Veterans in Early Fixtures The Springboks, currently in camp in Cape Town, are working with a 45-man squad trimmed over the weekend. This is in preparation for their mid-year fixtures. Erasmus plans to use the initial matches —…

The Proteas have officially cemented their place at the summit of world Test cricket. This follows a monumental five-wicket victory over Australia in the ICC World Test Championship Final at Lord’s. While their name now echoes through the halls of cricketing greatness, the squad is also celebrating a significant financial windfall. This comes after lifting the coveted trophy. First ICC Title Since 1998 Led by skipper Temba Bavuma, the national side ended a decades-long drought of major ICC titles. They became the first senior South African team since the 1998 Champions Trophy to win a global competition. Their four-day masterclass…

As excitement builds ahead of the inaugural 32-team FIFA Club World Cup, football fans across the globe are bracing for a month-long spectacle that brings together the world’s wealthiest, most talented, and most decorated club sides. From European giants to African champions, the stage is set in the United States – and Mamelodi Sundowns are right in the middle of it. The Most Valuable Teams in FIFA Club World Cup This revamped tournament sees elite clubs such as Real Madrid, Manchester City, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona, Arsenal, Atletico Madrid, Borussia Dortmund, and Inter Milan entering the fray. According…