Author: Rethabile Nyelele

With SuperSport United teetering dangerously close to relegation, interim coach Andre Arendse has shifted full focus to their decisive encounter against Golden Arrows. This unique fixture, a continuation of a previously halted match, will resume with only 45 minutes left to play and the score level at 1-1. Final Throw of the Dice The Tshwane outfit suffered a damaging 2-0 loss to Richards Bay FC at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium, a result that has left them languishing in 15th place on the Betway Premiership standings. Should results go against them, SuperSport United’s position would see them consigned to the…

SA Rugby chief executive Rian Oberholzer has expressed hope that the newly confirmed Club World Cup will elevate the importance of the Champions Cup for local teams. He believes the global nature of the new tournament could push franchises from the country to treat European competition with the seriousness it deserves. Oberholzer was reacting to the official announcement made this past Saturday, confirming a groundbreaking new tournament set to kick off in 2028. The Club World Cup will feature 16 of the top teams from both hemispheres. This tournament finally delivers on long-standing calls for a global showdown between northern…

Kaizer Chiefs are expected to ring the changes once again following a mixed 2024/25 campaign. Despite ending their long-standing trophy drought by lifting the Nedbank Cup, the club fell short in the league. They finished in ninth place and missed out on the top eight for a second successive season. The Soweto giants are now poised to reshuffle their squad in preparation for the upcoming term. Changes Expected Despite Cup Success Amakhosi closed off their Betway Premiership season with a frustrating goalless draw against Polokwane City at home. This result ultimately cost them a top-eight finish. While their Nedbank Cup…

Kaizer Chiefs may have ended a decade-long trophy drought with their recent Nedbank Cup triumph. However, club legend Neil Tovey believes that doesn’t make up for what has been another underwhelming season. The former Bafana Bafana captain, who once wore the armband at Naturena, has voiced his disappointment. He is concerned over the club’s continued failure to finish inside the Betway Premiership’s top eight. Cup Glory Doesn’t Paint the Full Picture Earlier this month, the Soweto side finally lifted silverware after ten years, beating Orlando Pirates in a tightly contested Nedbank Cup final. The victory provided a much-needed morale boost…

Central Gauteng Athletics (CGA) has pulled its entire nomination list from the forthcoming Athletics South Africa (ASA) elections. This means no candidates backed by CGA will appear on the ballot when voting takes place this Saturday at the Southern Sun Hotel in Johannesburg. Blow to Key Candidates This move delivers a significant blow to Gladwin Mzazi. He is the former World Student Games 10,000m champion and CGA’s nominee for the ASA Athletes’ Commission chairperson. Alongside Mzazi, ASA president James Moloi and CGA vice-president Karabo Mabilo—who is vying for the ASA vice-president role—also lose CGA’s endorsement. Despite this setback, Mabilo remains…

Kaizer Chiefs have failed to secure a spot in the top eight of the Betway Premiership following a disappointing goalless stalemate against Polokwane City at the FNB Stadium. The result confirmed that the Soweto giants will miss out on next season’s MTN8 competition, marking a second consecutive absence from the prestigious cup tournament. A Frustrating Afternoon in Johannesburg Chiefs made several adjustments to the team that drew with Sekhukhune United, reinstating Inacio Miguel, Zitha Kwinika, Sibongiseni Mthethwa, Mduduzi Shabalala, and Tashreeq Morris to the starting eleven. Morris nearly marked his return with an early goal, latching onto Wandile Duba’s pass,…

Mamelodi Sundowns were left devastated after conceding with just 36 seconds left on the clock to draw 1-1 with Pyramids FC in the first leg of the CAF Champions League final at Loftus Versfeld. Despite a dominant display and a composed performance for much of the match, Walid El Karti’s last-gasp equalizer stole a vital away goal for the Egyptian side. The intense competition of the CAF Champions League showcases the best teams from Africa. Mamelodi Sundowns in Control but Let It Slip It was a well-balanced display from the Brazilians, who took a deserved lead in the 53rd minute…

Kaizer Chiefs are set to conclude their 2024/25 Betway Premiership campaign with a pivotal clash against Polokwane City at the FNB Stadium on Saturday afternoon. With both sides eyeing a place in the top half of the Betway Premiership table, this showdown promises drama and intensity. CHIEFS VS POLOKWANE CITY: Kick-Off Details and Where to Watch Kick-off time: 15h00 (SA time)Venue: FNB Stadium, JohannesburgTV & Streaming HERE: Must-Win for Amakhosi The Soweto giants head into this Betway Premiership match knowing that only three points will be enough to secure their spot in the top eight. A disappointing 1-1 draw against…

As Mamelodi Sundowns prepare to face Egyptian side Pyramids FC in the first leg of their CAF Champions League final, anticipation is mounting among football lovers in the country. Both clubs are seen as modern giants in African football, not only for their financial muscle but also their ambitious vision to dominate on the continental stage. Sundowns vs Pyramids LIVE STREAM HERE: Kick-off: 15:00Venue: Loftus Versfeld Stadium The Rise of Football’s Billionaire Clubs Much like how Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain transformed from modest sides to European juggernauts through significant financial investment, Sundowns and Pyramids have followed a similar trajectory. Backed by…

The final weekend of the Betway Premiership is upon us, and with it comes one of the most dramatic climaxes in recent memory. This isn’t just the end of a season—it’s a decisive moment where dreams of continental glory, top-eight finishes, and survival in the top flight all hang delicately in the balance. Fans looking for betting tips should pay attention to the drama unfolding. Every pass, shot, and tactical tweak could shift the standings in our country’s premier football competition. For those interested in betting tips, attention will also turn to Pretoria, where Mamelodi Sundowns open their CAF Champions…