Mihlali Baleka

Multimedia Sport Journalist

Watch VideoCape Town City, Milford eye play-off spots in decisive final-day MFC clashes

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Cape Town City and Milford FC are chasing crucial wins to secure places in the Motsepe Foundation Championship promotion play-offs.

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns urged to take control in first leg of CAF Champions League final

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Mamelodi Sundowns must build a strong first-leg lead at home against AS FAR, with Jayden Adams noting the importance of avoiding a repeat of past away-leg disappointments. ...

Watch VideoLebone Seema emerges as key pillar of strength in Orlando Pirates' title push

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Orlando Pirates’s strong defence, led by Lebone Seema, has helped them close in on the Betway Premiership title.

Watch VideoJayden Adams, the 'grootman', eager to find his form for Sundowns' Champions League final

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Jayden Adams, claiming 'grootman' status, happy to be form as he looks to lead Mamelod Sundowns to the CAF Champions League final glory.

Kaizer Chiefs appoint Bheki Shongwe as Group CEO with boss Kaizer Motaung set to be more hands-on

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Kaizer Chiefs have appointed Bheki Shongwe as Group CEO. He will oversee operations and report to Kaizer Motaung, marking the chairman's return to day to day running ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs must hunt for new goalkeeper despite Brandon Petersen’s form

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Brandon Petersen has had a stellar season, but his backups, Bruce Bvuma and Fiacre Ntwari, lack confidence, forcing Kaizer Chiefs to urgently seek a quality new ...

Watch VideoSiyabonga Sangweni backs Orlando Pirates to end 14-year title drought after consistent season

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Orlando Pirates legend Siyabonga Sangweni praised the current squad's consistency, belief, and competitive spirit, stating they deserve to win the Betway Premiership ...

Watch VideoMiguel Cardoso backs Mamelodi Sundowns for CAF Champions League final despite domestic heartbreak

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Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso is rallying his team for the CAF Champions League final, dismissing the domestic league loss and criticising Orlando Pirates' ...

Watch VideoHow Mamelodi Sundowns 'lost' the Betway Premiership: Five Matches that cost the Brazilians

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Mamelodi Sundowns are poised to lose their eight-year grip on the South African title. We analyse the five key results that handed the advantage to Orlando Pirates. ...

Brayan Leon’s scoring streak in vain as Mamelodi Sundowns lose title advantage

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Despite a prolific run from Colombian striker Brayan Leon, Mamelodi Sundowns' defeat to TS Galaxy has left their nine-year dominance of the league in jeopardy, with ...

Watch VideoPirates one win away from securing the title after Sundowns lose to Galaxy in Mbombela

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TS Galaxy shocked Mamelodi Sundowns in Mbombela, leaving Orlando Pirates needing just a win from their last two games to clinch the Betway Premiership title.

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs face big decision over Kaze and Ben Youssef despite securing CAF spot

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KaizerChiefs secured CAF Champions League qualification, but management still faces a crucial decision on retaining coaches Khalul Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef.

Watch VideoFive players Hugo Broos could likely to include in Bafana Bafana's World Cup squad

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Hugo Broos faces difficult selection decisions after several local and overseas stars impressed ahead of Bafana Bafana’s World Cup campaign.

Watch VideoEXCUSIVE | 30 days to Fifa World Cup: Nomvethe backs Hugo Broos to find ‘fearless’ Bafana squad

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Bafana Bafana legend Siyabonga Nomvethe reflects on the 2010 opening game legacy as he backs Hugo Broos to select a mobile, hungry squad for the 2026 FIFA World ...

Watch VideoBetway Premiership finale: Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates brace for final title showdown

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Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates and struggling sides face decisive fixtures as the Betway Premiership title and relegation battles intensify this week.

Watch VideoSafa confirm R20m VAR funding: Rollout set for 2026/27 season

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Safa have confirmed receipt of R20 million in government funding to implement VAR, with the technology expected to be operational by the start of next season.

Watch VideoProcess will start soon, say Safa regarding search for Hugo Broos' successor

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The future of South Africa’s national team is in flux as Safa initiates a recruitment drive to find a successor for Hugo Broos ahead of his post-World Cup retirement. ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates title charge: Ouaddou relies on experience as treble hopes intensify

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Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou reflects on the grit required to chase the Betway Premiership title as the Bucs eye a historic domestic treble.

Orlando Ouaddou says Orlando Pirates’ title destiny remains in their own hands

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Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says Orlando Pirates remain fully focused on themselves as they continue chasing the Betway Premiership title.

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates keep title hopes alive with easy win over Magesi, while Chaine breaks a record

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Orlando Pirates beat Magesi 3-0 to stay firmly in the Betway Premiership title race and maintain pressure on Mamelodi Sundowns.

Orlando Pirates must be ruthless against struggling Magesi to keep title hopes alive

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Orlando Pirates seek another crucial victory against struggling Magesi as the Betway Premiership title race and relegation battle intensify.

Orlando Pirates reserves crowned DStv Diski Challenge champions, handing the onus to the seniors

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Orlando Pirates reserves won their first DStv Diski Challenge title, inspiring the senior team’s ongoing Betway Premiership charge.

Watch VideoTop-eight Betway Premiership battle intensifies for Polokwane City and Siwelele

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Polokwane City and Siwelele are battling for top-eight finishes as the race for MTN8 qualification intensifies.

Watch VideoSipho Chaine’s growth mirrors his rise to Orlando Pirates’ No 1

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Sipho Chaine’s record-equalling season highlights his growth as goalkeeper and teammate during Orlando Pirates’ title-chasing campaign.

Watch VideoMiguel Cardoso admits Mamelodi Sundowns’ title fate not in their hands, but will stay ready to pounce

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Miguel Cardoso says Mamelodi Sundowns must win remaining matches and hope Orlando Pirates slip up as injuries complicate their title challenge.