Smiso Msomi

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Watch VideoBanyana Banyana impress in WAFCON preparations against Algeria

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Banyana Banyana secured a 2-0 win over Algeria to complete a clean sweep in their friendlies, with Desiree Ellis praising the squad’s progress ahead of WAFCON preparations. ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates keep title hopes alive with emphatic AmaZulu victory

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Orlando Pirates reclaimed top spot in the Betway Premiership with a polished 3-0 victory over AmaZulu FC at the Orlando Stadium on Saturday, keeping their title ...

Watch VideoFive years without a win: Kaizer Chiefs face TS Galaxy mental test

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Kaizer Chiefs aim to extend their winning run and end a five-year winless streak against TS Galaxy, boosted by key defensive returns ahead of a crucial Betway Premiership ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs target consistency with season-defining run in Betway Premiership approaching

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Kaizer Chiefs aim to build momentum ahead of a demanding final stretch, starting with Orbit College, as a series of crucial fixtures could define their push for ...

'Not enough' —Miguel Cardoso warns Mamelodi Sundowns after big win

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Miguel Cardoso has urged Mamelodi Sundowns to stay focused despite a dominant win over Chippa United, warning that consistency — not scorelines — will decide the ...

Watch VideoTS Galaxy vs Milford: Form guide hints at potential upset

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TS Galaxy aim to move past their heavy defeat to Pirates, but face a confident Milford side whose recent results suggest they could pose a serious threat in the ...

Watch VideoHugo Broos wants to balance Mbekezeli Mbokazi temperament as World Cup suspension looms

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Hugo Broos has praised Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s quality after his return to Bafana Bafana, but warned the young defender must control his temper to reach his full potential. ...

Watch Video“We will come out on top” — Ntsabeleng confident after Mamelod Sundowns big win

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Katlego Ntsabeleng believes Mamelodi Sundowns are on course to defend their Betway Premiership title after a dominant win over Chippa United, highlighting confidence, ...

Watch VideoNew generation, same ambition: Mlungisi Mbunjana rallies TS Galaxy ahead of Nedbank Cup semi

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TS Galaxy are the only former winners left in the Nedbank Cup, but captain Mlungisi Mbunjana insists the " Class of 2019" is a distant memory.

Watch VideoHugo Broos embraces Bafana Bafana ‘surprise factor’ for 2026 Fifa World Cup

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Following a testing international window against Panama, Hugo Broos is leaning into the underdog label.

Watch VideoPanama coach singles out Relebohile Mofokeng as a star despite Bafana Bafana's mixed bag

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Despite a frustrating international break for Bafana Bafana, Panama head coach Thomas Christiansen was full of praise for the emerging talent of Relebohile Mofokeng. ...

Watch VideoTeko Modise issues sobering warning to Sipho Mbule after latest Bafana Bafana snub

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What separates a talented player from a true great? According to Teko Modise, the difference lies in the extra miles run by the likes of Themba Zwane.

Watch VideoWorld Cup Group A check-in: Czechia’s rise puts stumbling South Korea, Mexico on notice

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Mexico show control, Czechia ride playoff momentum, and South Korea stumble badly — a revealing week in Group A offers Bafana Bafana both warning signs and real ...

Watch VideoTime on their side: How Banyana Banyana could gain from WAFCON delay

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The postponement of WAFCON may frustrate many teams, but for Banyana Banyana the delay could offer valuable preparation time as they attempt to reclaim continental ...

Watch VideoLegacy and nerves: Kaizer Chiefs striker Khanyisa Mayo turns to father ahead of Soweto Derby

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Khanyisa Mayo is drawing on his father Patrick’s derby experience as Kaizer Chiefs chase momentum against Orlando Pirates, balancing patience, pressure and belief ...

Watch VideoSalomon Kalou, Doctor Khumalo and brotherly legacy: Why Kaizer Chiefs feel like home

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Chelsea legend Salomon Kalou is embracing Kaizer Chiefs life, revealing a playful family link to Doctor Khumalo — and a football lineage that includes his older ...

Watch VideoSoweto derby duel: A tactical breakdown of Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates

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A tactical breakdown of the Soweto Derby, contrasting Chiefs’ patient structure with Pirates’ high-tempo attacks, featuring key players shaping each team’s identity ...

Watch Video‘I’m tired of fighting’: Arthur Zwane unloads after AmaZulu edge Richards Bay in Nedbank Cup

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AmaZulu advanced in the Nedbank Cup, but coach Arthur Zwane’s anger at the officiating overshadowed victory, while Richards Bay reflected on missed chances in a ...

Watch VideoNasreddine Nabi hails Kaizer Chiefs defence after ‘tough 10 years’ in Nedbank Cup triumph over Orlando Pirates

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Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi and assistant Cedric Kaze praised the resilience of the players in their Nedbank Cup final victory over Orlando Pirates in Durban ...

Cardoso to rotate squad as Sundowns target Home Defenders

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Mamelodi Sundowns prepare for their Nedbank Cup knockout match against third-tier Mpheni Home Defenders, with coach Miguel Cardoso implementing strategic rotation ...

Nedbank Cup: AmaZulu’s Kambindu confident ahead of Gallants rematch

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maZulu striker Elmo Kambindu emphasises mental preparation as his team faces Marumo Gallants in a crucial Nedbank Cup last-16 clash, just nine days after their previous ...

AmaZulu end home drought with dramatic win over SuperSport United

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AmaZulu secured their first home victory since December with a spectacular 2-1 Premiership win over SuperSport United at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday ...

Late Goals Propel Chippa United to victory against Golden Arrows in Nedbank Cup

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Chippa United secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Golden Arrows in the Nedbank Cup, with a dramatic late show that saw both teams battling fiercely for dominance ...

Zwane labels Stellies bloodbath a ‘wake up call’

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AmaZulu co-coach Arthur Zwane faces a critical moment as his team suffers their worst home defeat of the season, losing 5-0 to Stellenbosch FC. With mounting pressure ...

Golden Arrows and TS Galaxy share spoils in thrilling 1-1 draw

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Golden Arrows and TS Galaxy played to a thrilling 1-1 draw at Mpumalanga Stadium, with both teams showcasing their attacking prowess and resilience