Eshlin Vedan

Multimedia Journalist, IOL Sport

Manchester United’s Andre Onana can raise the bar for African keepers in the English Premier League

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Manchester United’s new Cameroonian Andre Onana will hope to cement himself as one of the great African goalkeepers in the English Premier League.

Maritzburg United chairman hits out at departing coach Fadlu Davids

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Speaking to SABC, Farook Kadodia expressed frustration, hinting that Fadlu Davids may have been speaking to Raja Casablanca whilst Maritzburg were still trying to ...

Good chance for Lyle Foster to show his worth and maintain form for Bafana Bafana

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Lyle Foster’s future at Burnley may in the balance their the Clarets prepare to make their Premier League return.

Maritzburg’s quest to retain top flight status suffers ‘haunting’ blow

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Former Maritzburg United captain Michael Morton scored the only goal of the game as Cape Town Spurs beat the KZN side in their promotion/relegation clash on Saturday. ...

Kaizer Chiefs’ hunt for continental football derailed by loss to Sekhukhune United

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A fourth minute Sammy Seabi strike was enough to see Sekhukhune United claim all three points from their DStv Premiership clash against Kaizer Chiefs.

Pirates underestimated Dondol Stars, admits Jose Riveiro

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Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has admitted that they did not expect such a tough challenge from their Nedbank Cup clash against Dondol Stars.

Stellenbosch FC out to make life difficult for Sundowns in Nedbank Cup quarters

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Steve Barker’s Stellenbosch FC side was in a good run of form up until the start of April.

Burnley’s Lyle Foster ready to modify game for Bafana’s Afcon qualifiers

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Lyle Foster is expected to be a key part of Hugo Broos’ Bafana Bafana side in the near-future and he will be expected to start for the national team when they take ...

Pirates coach proud after crucial win over SuperSport United

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Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro was delighted with his team’s performance after they beat SuperSport United in Saturday’s DStv Premiership clash.

Gavin Hunt pleased with SuperSport United’s performance despite loss to Orlando Pirates

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SuperSport coach Gavin Hunt was satisfied with how his team played in Saturday’s loss to Pirates.

We have to learn from Benni after Marcus Rashford’s turnaround, says Orlando Pirates striker

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Veteran striker Ndumiso Mabena is happy to be a mentorship figure at Orlando Pirates. ...

Four all-Premiership clashes set to take place when Nedbank Cup resumes

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There will be four matches which will see top-flight teams battle it out against each other when the Nedbank Cup resumes this week.

Stoppage time winner sees Stellenbosch FC beat Chippa United

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Iqraam Rayners scored deep into stoppage time as Stellenbosch walked away from their DStv Premiership game against Chippa United in Gqeberha with all three points. ...

Here’s why Sundowns are miles ahead of other PSL teams

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Winning the Premiership title has become so routine for Mamelodi Sundowns and their fans, that their season will now be deemed a success or failure depending on ...

PSL signings who could make a difference for their clubs

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If Andre de Jong can find the back of the net, he can help Stellenbosch make the most out of what has been a frustrating season for them.

Co-coach credits healthy environment for success of Richards Bay

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Prior to the start of the season, most would have expected the league newcomers Richards Bay to be contesting the relegation battle.

Bafana star Lyle Foster close to Burnley move

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According to reports, Bafana Bafana attacker Lyle Foster is on the verge of signing for Championship club Burnley, managed by Manchester City icon Vincent Kompany. ...

TS Galaxy and struggling Swallows FC share the spoils in goalless draw

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TS Galaxy and Swallows FC had to settle for a point each from their DStv Premiership clash at the Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto on Sunday.

Folz ‘not worried’ as AmaZulu target win over Chiefs

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Under-pressure AmaZulu coach Romain Folz knows that his team has to improve as they prepare to host Kaizer Chiefs at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban Friday night. ...

Criticising Cristiano Ronaldo for leaving Europe is unfair

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There are several reasons to criticise Cristiano Ronaldo but joining Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr should not be one, writes Eshlin Vedan.

Watch VideoFootball icon had a special connection with South Africa

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During the dark days of apartheid, Brazilian and global football icon Pele used his profile to help raise awareness against the injustices that were happening in ...

Sundowns striker Shalulile back for Pirates clash

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Mamelodi Sundowns have received a boost as they are set to welcome back key striker Peter Shalulile ahead of their upcoming league clash against Orlando Pirates ...

Don’t expect goals galore when Argentina face Croatia

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Argentina’s World Cup semi-final against Croatia is has all the hallmarks of a potential low-scoring clash, writes sports correspondent Eshlin Vedan.

Who will come out tops in England vs France World Cup clash, Bellingham or Mbappe?

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Jude Bellingham is probably the player from the England team that France should be fearing the most. However, should the English make defensive mistakes, the ball ...

What England’s solid win over Senegal taught us

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England are through to the quarter-finals of the World Cup following a convincing 3-0 win over Senegal on Sunday. Next up for the Three Lions is a tough last eight ...