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Zimbabwean coach lands new job in South African football

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Zimbabwean coach lands new job in South African football

Zimbabwean coach lands a new opportunity in South African football after being appointed to lead a club in a fresh coaching role. Zimbabwean coach Simbarashe Gondo has been appointed as the new head coach of South African ABC Motsepe League side Baroka FC. Gondo takes charge of the Limpopo-based club after previously coaching fellow ABC Motsepe League outfit Ngwaabe City Motors. Baroka recently confirmed the appointment as the club prepares for i…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Springboks-All Blacks in Baltimore: Teams, kick off time, ref

Springboks-All Blacks in Baltimore: Teams, kick off time, ref

Here is everything you need to know as the Springboks and All Blacks conclude their four-Test series in Baltimore on Saturday. Saturday’s ‘festival’ m…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns: How do the new signings compare?

Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns: How do the new signings compare?

Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns' latest transfer activity suggests that the rivalry is only getting stronger. Orlando Pirates enter the campaign…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Kaizer Chiefs midfield signing is a waste of time and money

Kaizer Chiefs midfield signing is a waste of time and money

Chiefs already have better options. Kaizer Chiefs signed Tanzanian vice-skipper Adolf Mtasingwa Bitegeko to bolster their midfield options. Was he rea…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

All SEVEN Mamelodi Sundowns new signings so far, who are they?

All SEVEN Mamelodi Sundowns new signings so far, who are they?

Mamelodi Sundowns have signed seven players as they look to defend the CAF Champions League and reclaim the Betway Premiership from Orlando Pirates. S…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

‘Proud of you Aden’ – Chiefs fans celebrate McCarthy’s Champions League debut

‘Proud of you Aden’ – Chiefs fans celebrate McCarthy’s Champions League debut

Despite heavy score defeat, Aden McCarthy got plenty of praise from Chiefs fans when he made his UEFA Champions League debut at Old Trafford. Former K…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Why Kaizer Chiefs should recall Castillo as Thabo Cele’s replacement

Why Kaizer Chiefs should recall Castillo as Thabo Cele’s replacement

Chiefs have allowed Thabo Cele to leave for Mamelodi Sundowns, but the midfielder’s departure leaves a major void in Amakhosi’s midfield. Kaizer Chief…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

‘We watch every single Orlando Pirates game’: Kaizer Chiefs defender admits

‘We watch every single Orlando Pirates game’: Kaizer Chiefs defender admits

Kaizer Chiefs defender Dillan Solomons believe Amakhosi can challenge Pirates and Sundowns until the end of the season. Kaizer Chiefs defender Dillon …

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Here’s who Mamelodi Sundowns will play in CAF Champions League

Here’s who Mamelodi Sundowns will play in CAF Champions League

Mamelodi Sundowns now know who stands between them and the CAF Champions League group stages after their first opponents were confirmed. Mamelodi Sund…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Mamelodi Sundowns unveil former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder

Mamelodi Sundowns unveil former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder

The 29-year-old was released by Kaizer Chiefs a few days ago after being deemed surplus to requirements, and Sundowns have since pounced. Mamelodi Sun…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Sad news as Fish River Canoe Marathon cancelled

Sad news as Fish River Canoe Marathon cancelled

The Fish River Canoe Marathon organising committee has cancelled the 2026 event due to the ongoing Foot and Mouth Disease in the Eastern Cape. The Fis…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Kaizer Chiefs fixture against Golden Arrows gets new venue – and date

Kaizer Chiefs fixture against Golden Arrows gets new venue – and date

Kaizer Chiefs' Betway Premiership fixture against Golden Arrows has been moved to a new venue - and date. Kaizer Chiefs’ Betway Premiership fixture ag…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

What time is kick off for the Currie Cup final on Saturday?

What time is kick off for the Currie Cup final on Saturday?

The Griquas and Pumas will contest the Currie Cup final on Saturday, and here is the kick off time to note in Kimberley. Although the Currie Cup may n…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

When will Orlando Pirates return to PSL action?

When will Orlando Pirates return to PSL action?

Orlando Pirates will be under pressure to keep pace with Mamelodi Sundowns once they return to PSL action. Continental action has kept Orlando Pirates…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

‘They lack maturity’ – Ex-Chiefs coach criticises Vilakazi and Shabalala

‘They lack maturity’ – Ex-Chiefs coach criticises Vilakazi and Shabalala

Former Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Farouk Khan believes Mfundo Vilakazi and Mduduzi Shabalala still lack the maturity in their game. ormer Kaizer Ch…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

SA Rugby send message to departing Springbok Women’s coach

SA Rugby send message to departing Springbok Women’s coach

SA Rugby has issued a statement after Swys de Bruin stepped down from his position as Springbok Women's coach. After two successful years as head coac…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Here’s the weather forecast for Baltimore for Springboks-All Blacks Test

Here’s the weather forecast for Baltimore for Springboks-All Blacks Test

The Springboks and All Blacks will take their historic rivalry to the United States on Saturday, 12 September, with warm and humid conditions forecast…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Rumour: Bafana star Rele Mofokeng to leave Belgium

Rumour: Bafana star Rele Mofokeng to leave Belgium

What's Rele's next destination? Bafana Bafana superstar Relebohile Mofokeng has excelled in Belgium after a move from Orlando Pirates. Could he be on …

Yesterday • The South African Sport

New update: Coach Arthur Zwane to Bafana Bafana

New update: Coach Arthur Zwane to Bafana Bafana

AmaZulu FC head coach Arthur Zwane is reportedly on the radar of SAFA for a role in the new-look Bafana Bafana technical team. The South African Footb…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Chiefs and Pirates target urged to make financial decision before leaving PSL club

Chiefs and Pirates target urged to make financial decision before leaving PSL club

Golden Arrows striker Junior Dion is attracting interest from Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, but will he remain in the PSL? Golden Arrows star Jun…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Springboks send teammate ‘love’ as injury recovery begins

Springboks send teammate ‘love’ as injury recovery begins

The Springboks have thrown their support behind Cheslin Kolbe as he begins his recovery from a broken jaw. The Springboks’ dramatic 29-24 third Test v…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Drama as SASCOC suspends its president Barry Hendricks

Drama as SASCOC suspends its president Barry Hendricks

The South African Sports Confederation, Olympic and Paralympic Committee has suspended its president, Barry Hendricks, with immediate effect. The Sout…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Springbok Women: Who could succeed De Bruin as WXV Global Series looms

Springbok Women: Who could succeed De Bruin as WXV Global Series looms

South Africa Rugby may not be in a rush to replace Swys de Bruin, with the WXV Global Series around the corner. What’s next for the Springbok Women af…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Kaizer Chiefs academy graduate to face Manchester United tonight in UEFA Champions League

Kaizer Chiefs academy graduate to face Manchester United tonight in UEFA Champions League

Kaizer Chiefs academy graduate Aden McCarthy is in line for the biggest match of his professional career tonight when Sabah FK face Manchester United …

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Kaizer Chiefs starting XI vs Polokwane City

Kaizer Chiefs starting XI vs Polokwane City

What's your ideal starting XI for this one? Kaizer Chiefs can continue their unbeaten start when they travel to a Polokwane side in pretty poor form. …

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Orlando Pirates transfers: Board must make R50 million decision soon

Orlando Pirates transfers: Board must make R50 million decision soon

Will the board stick or twist? The Orlando Pirates top brass have some monumental decisions to make before the transfer window closes later this month…

Yesterday • The South African Sport

Transfers: How Kaizer Chiefs’ list of signings compare with Orlando Pirates

Transfers: How Kaizer Chiefs’ list of signings compare with Orlando Pirates

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates have taken noticeably different approaches in the transfer market, with the two Soweto giants bringing in players ac…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Eben Etzebeth approaching another huge milestone

Eben Etzebeth approaching another huge milestone

Springbok star Eben Etzebeth remains on the road that could lead to a remarkable record by the time his career comes to an end. When the Springboks ta…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Kaizer Chiefs news & transfer rumours: Phili, Mayo, Ngcobo

Kaizer Chiefs news & transfer rumours: Phili, Mayo, Ngcobo

Today's rumour and injury roundup. Today’s Kaizer Chiefs news wrap looks at injury updates on Langelihle Phili and Khanyisa Mayo. There’s also fixture…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

New report: Thabo Cele fails Sundowns medical test

New report: Thabo Cele fails Sundowns medical test

Thabo Cele’s proposed move to Mamelodi Sundowns has hit a stumbling block after a knee issue emerged during his medical. The transfer has been placed …

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Full list: Orlando Pirates have now signed 12 players

Full list: Orlando Pirates have now signed 12 players

2 days ago • The South African Sport

‘What Duba told me before I scored that freekick’ – Kaizer Chiefs new signing

‘What Duba told me before I scored that freekick’ – Kaizer Chiefs new signing

Kaizer Chiefs’ newest signing, Faiz Abrahams scored Amakhosi's third and final against Siwelele this past weekend in Dobsonville. Kaizer Chiefs’ newes…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Full-time score: Mamelodi Sundowns 3-0 Siwelele FC

Full-time score: Mamelodi Sundowns 3-0 Siwelele FC

Mamelodi Sundowns extended their lead at the top of the Betway Premiership with a convincing 3-0 victory over Siwelele FC at Loftus Versfeld on Wednes…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Official: Marumo Gallants part ways with Mohafe

Official: Marumo Gallants part ways with Mohafe

Marumo Gallants have parted ways with head coach Phuti Mohafe and assistant coach Musa Bilankulu with immediate effect. Gallants confirmed the changes…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

DEVELOPING | LIV Golf files for bankruptcy

DEVELOPING | LIV Golf files for bankruptcy

LIV Golf, the breakaway tour that spent billions of dollars luring top players away from the PGA Tour, has filed for bankruptcy protection. LIV Golf, …

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Transfer report: Sundowns beat Pirates to sign Bafana star Matuludi

Transfer report: Sundowns beat Pirates to sign Bafana star Matuludi

Mamelodi Sundowns have reportedly won the race to sign Bafana Bafana right-back Thabang Matuludi from Polokwane City. Sundowns have moved quickly to s…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Polokwane City make surprise stadium decision for Kaizer Chiefs clash

Polokwane City make surprise stadium decision for Kaizer Chiefs clash

The new Peter Mokaba Stadium is ready for action, but Kaizer Chiefs will not be playing there when they visit Polokwane City on Saturday. Polokwane Ci…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

What comes next for Springboks after All Blacks series?

What comes next for Springboks after All Blacks series?

The Springboks will be back in action almost straight after the four-Test series against the All Blacks ends. There won’t be much time for rest once t…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Here’s who will referee the Springboks vs All Blacks Test in Baltimore

Here’s who will referee the Springboks vs All Blacks Test in Baltimore

The Springboks and All Blacks are in Baltimore, Maryland in the United States for the fourth and final Test in their 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry' series…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Full list: Orlando Pirates have said goodbye to 18 players

Full list: Orlando Pirates have said goodbye to 18 players

Daniel Msendami and Abdoulaye Mariko have just been announced as the latest Orlando Pirates departures, with both players joining Marumo Gallants on l…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Orlando Pirates loan out two midfielders to Marumo Gallants

Orlando Pirates loan out two midfielders to Marumo Gallants

Orlando Pirates are making space for new signings by releasing those who had little impact in the team last season. Orlando Pirates have announced the…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Nick Mallett slams ‘scandalous’ World Cup draw for Springboks

Nick Mallett slams ‘scandalous’ World Cup draw for Springboks

Nick Mallett has slammed the World Cup draw that is likely to see the Springboks or All Blacks eliminated at the quarter-final stage. In the lead up t…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

BREAKING: Orlando Pirates add another winger to their squad!

BREAKING: Orlando Pirates add another winger to their squad!

The 23-year-old winger returns to Orlando Pirates following a stint with Marumo Gallants where he impressed last season. Orlando Pirates have official…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Here’s the Springboks’ record in Tests in the United States

Here’s the Springboks’ record in Tests in the United States

The Springboks are preparing to make history when they face the All Blacks in Baltimore this weekend in the fourth and final Test of the 2026 Rugby’s …

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Carlos Alcaraz beaten in latest ever US Open finish

Carlos Alcaraz beaten in latest ever US Open finish

Ben Shelton stunned defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in an epic US Open quarter-final that ended at 03:34. Ben Shelton stunned defending champion Car…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Why it’s good news for Chiefs after Zwane emerged in Pitso’s Bafana plans

Why it’s good news for Chiefs after Zwane emerged in Pitso’s Bafana plans

Pitso Mosimane reportedly considers bringing Arthur Zwane into his Bafana setup. He has already named most of technical team. New Bafana Bafana head c…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

SIX Kaizer Chiefs players currently injured, but it’s not all bad news

SIX Kaizer Chiefs players currently injured, but it’s not all bad news

Latest from the Naturena treatment table. Kaizer Chiefs have mixed news on the injury front. Two players will be out in the long term, but several oth…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Kaizer Chiefs star pictured in training, not picked for matchday?

Kaizer Chiefs star pictured in training, not picked for matchday?

Where is he? Khanyisa Mayo is back in Kaizer Chiefs training, but the striker wasn’t in the matchday squad for the win over Siwelele. What’s the story…

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Springbok team to face All Blacks in Baltimore went to these SCHOOLS

Springbok team to face All Blacks in Baltimore went to these SCHOOLS

Rassie Erasmus has named his Springbok team to face the All Blacks in Baltimore on Saturday. The squad attended these schools. Springbok coach Rassie …

2 days ago • The South African Sport

Lionel Messi becomes new owner of La Liga 2 club

Lionel Messi becomes new owner of La Liga 2 club

Argentina icon Lionel Messi is now owning two Spanish clubs as he continues to prepare for life after football. Argentina and Barcelona legend Lionel …

2 days ago • The South African Sport