Author: Rethabile Nyelele

South Africa’s 2025 COSAFA Cup campaign began on a sour note on Wednesday, 4 June. They suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Mozambique at Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein. The hosts were considered favourites heading into the clash. However, they struggled to convert their dominance into goals. This allowed Os Mambas to walk away with all three points in a historic victory. Plenty of Possession, But No End Product The home side started with promise, controlling the tempo of the game and spending much of the first half in Mozambique’s half. Midfielder Kamogelo Sebelebele had an early opportunity to give South…

Banyana Banyana are brimming with belief as they prepare to defend their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) crown next month, following an unbeaten streak in all their preparatory matches. With a clean sweep of victories against fellow continental contenders, the national side now heads into the prestigious tournament in Morocco with heads held high and spirits lifted. Convincing Finish to Preparations In their final friendly before departing for WAFCON, South Africa clinched a convincing 2-0 win over Zambia during the Three Nations Challenge at Lucas Moripe Stadium. That result saw them lift the mini-tournament trophy after a prior 3-2…

Orlando Pirates look poised to pull off a significant transfer coup. They are beating arch-rivals Kaizer Chiefs to the signing of Masindi Nemtajela, one of the most promising midfield talents in local football. The Buccaneers are closing in on a deal that could see them edge ahead of their Soweto counterparts in this highly competitive transfer window. Soweto Giants Clash Over Shared Transfer Targets As is common during the off-season, both Chiefs and Pirates are eyeing several of the same players. In previous windows, the two giants were linked with moves for the likes of Oswin Appollis and Thabang Matuludi…

Kaizer Chiefs’ ambitious push to reclaim continental dominance appears to be intensifying. Head coach Nasreddine Nabi is making yet another international scouting trip—this time to Egypt. His movements suggest a bold strategy is in motion, and at the heart of it is one name: Fiston Mayele. Kaizer Chiefs Continue Their Squad Overhaul The Soweto giants are deep in the process of reinforcing their squad ahead of the upcoming season. With performance concerns lingering from their recent campaigns, the technical team is seeking high-impact signings. They aim to change their fortunes both locally and across Africa. More Than Just Tanzania Having…

Today, Wednesday, 4 June 2025, South Africa’s national football team, Bafana Bafana, will lock horns with Mozambique in the opening match of the 2025 COSAFA Cup. The match kicks off at 15:00 CAT at the Free State Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein. This marks a key moment for both teams as they begin their quest for regional supremacy. This Group A fixture also features Mauritius and Zimbabwe, making every point crucial for advancement to the knockout stages. Bafana Bafana’s Squad and Tactical Approach Under interim coach Helman Mkhalele, South Africa has named a youthful but promising squad. It mixes some experienced…

King Edward VII School (KES), a boys’ school nestled in Johannesburg’s Houghton Estate, is more than just a prestigious public high school. It’s a powerhouse of South African success stories. The institution has cultivated a long list of high-achieving alumni, from global sports legends to business titans. Golfing great Gary Player, cricket icon Graeme Smith, and finance pioneer Sir Donald Gordon are just a few of the celebrated names who once walked its corridors. A Legacy of National Pride Few schools in the country can rival the legacy KES has built. Among the Financial Mail’s eight greatest South African achievers…

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has once more stirred controversy by excluding Kaizer Chiefs players from his final 23-man squad for this month’s international friendlies against Tanzania and Mozambique. Despite Chiefs recently clinching the Nedbank Cup—ending a ten-year wait for silverware—none of their players have made the final cut, prompting fresh debate around Broos’ selection methods. Although Bruce Bvuma, Yusuf Maart and Mduduzi Shabalala were named in the provisional 41-man squad, they failed to make the final team. The continued omission has become a familiar narrative during Broos’ tenure, with the Belgian tactician regularly overlooking players from the country’s…

Mamelodi Sundowns have officially parted ways with Rivaldo Coetzee and Sipho Mbule, both departing as free agents after the club decided against renewing their contracts. Agent Confirms Departures The players’ agent, Mike Makaab, confirmed the exit of the duo earlier this week. Speaking to Gagasi FM, Makaab revealed that while Sundowns exercised their options on several players they represent, Coetzee and Mbule were not among them. As a result, the two are now available to sign with any team. Limited Roles at Chloorkop Mbule spent the recent season out on loan at Sekhukhune United, where he hoped to get more…

The Stormers’ United Rugby Championship (URC) campaign came to a bitter close this past weekend, crashing out at the quarterfinal stage after a hard-fought defeat to Glasgow Warriors. Adding salt to the wound, the Cape Town side also had to bid farewell to several key players who have donned the blue and white with distinction in recent seasons. Farewell Tour Ends in Glasgow It was a sombre end to the season for the Stormers, whose changing room resembled a war zone of emotions as players prepared to depart. At least five stalwarts have played their final match for the union,…

The United Rugby Championship (URC) is once again set to deliver a high-stakes spectacle as the Bulls vs Sharks prepare for a much-anticipated semi-final showdown at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday evening. A Massive Crowd and a Monumental Battle Expectations are sky-high with more than 50,000 spectators anticipated to pack the iconic Pretoria venue for what could be a sold-out affair. This clash brings together two of the nation’s most powerful rugby unions, each determined to secure a coveted spot in the URC final. The Bulls are aiming to feature in their third final in just four seasons—testament to their consistent…