Michael Sherman

Senior Sports Journalist

Watch VideoEx-Orlando Pirates striker criticises Jose Riveiro’s ‘rushed’ move to Al Ahly

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Former Orlando Pirates striker James Mothibi criticised Jose Riveiro’s hasty move to Al Ahly.

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs reschedule clash with Sekhukhune United ahead of CAF campaign

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Kaizer Chiefs have rescheduled their Betway Premiership match against Sekhukhune United to prepare for their CAF Confederation Cup campaign, where they will face ...

Watch VideoAl Ahly fire former Orlando Pirates coach José Riveiro

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Al Ahly has terminated the contract of former Orlando Pirates coach José Riveiro after a disappointing three-month tenure marked by only one win in seven games, ...

Watch VideoHugo Broos reveals why Mamelodi Sundowns stars are absent from Bafana Bafana lineup

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Hugo Broos explains the exclusion of key Mamelodi Sundowns players from the Bafana Bafana squad for the FIFA World Cup qualifiers due to injuries and performance ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs set sights on Golden Arrows in high-stakes clash

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Kaizer Chiefs aim to extend their unbeaten start and maintain their defensive record as they face Golden Arrows at Moses Mabhida Stadium before the international ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates’ Abdeslam Ouaddou after Orbit College win - there are no small teams in the PSL

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Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou highlighted the competitiveness of the Betway Premiership after a challenging 1-0 win over Orbit College on Tuesday evening. ...

Watch VideoDricus du Plessis wants to be the GOAT ahead of Khamzat Chimaev clash

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Dricus du Plessis aims to prove his status as the Greatest Of All Time in the UFC Middleweight division as he faces Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319, highlighting his ...

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns’ Miguel Cardoso left frustrated by ‘horrible pitch’ despite AmaZulu win

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Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso expressed frustration over the poor pitch conditions at Loftus Versfeld despite his team’s 2-0 victory over AmaZulu in the ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates’ Abdeslam Ouaddou battles to explain Marumo Gallants’ loss

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Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou faces mounting pressure after his team’s unexpected 2-1 loss to Marumo Gallants, dropping them to 14th in the Betway Premiership ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates aim to make a strong start in new league season, according to Abdeslam Ouaddou

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Orlando Pirates, led by new coach Abdeslam Ouaddou, aim to challenge Mamelodi Sundowns’ dominance in the Betway Premiership with a strong start against Sekhukhune ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs take on Stellenbosch without key attacker

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Kaizer Chiefs face Stellenbosch FC in their Betway Premiership opener at Athlone Stadium, missing key attacker Pule Mmodi due to suspension, but bolstered by new ...

Watch VideoDewald Brevis embraces ‘Baby AB’ nickname with pride ahead of Aussie series

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Dewald Brevis embraces the “Baby AB” nickname as he prepares to showcase his skills in South Africa’s upcoming T20I and ODI series against Australia, expressing ...

Watch VideoPSL Update: Confirmed transfers at Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns

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Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates, and have made significant player transfers ahead of the Betway Premiership, with Chiefs signing six players, Pirates adding 14 including ...

Watch VideoBenedict Vilakazi praises new Orlando Pirates trio led by Oswin Appollis

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Former Orlando Pirates striker Benedict Vilakazi praises new signings Oswin Appollis, Sihle Nduli, and Sipho Mbule for their impressive debuts in the MTN8, as Pirates ...

Watch VideoAbdoulaye Mariko fulfils Orlando Pirates dream

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Abdoulaye Mariko, a promising Malian midfielder from Djoliba FC, made a memorable debut for Orlando Pirates in their 2-0 MTN8 victory over Polokwane City, showcasing ...

Watch VideoFormer Kaizer Chiefs forward believes AmaKhosi have all the ingredients they need to ‘start cooking’

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Former Kaizer Chiefs forward Justice Sithole believes the club is poised for a resurgence in the new season, driven by their Nedbank Cup victory and strategic new ...

Watch VideoWiaan Mulder still adamant about THAT declaration with Brian Lara record there for the taking

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Wiaan Mulder still stands by his decision to declare South Africa’s innings at 625, prioritising team success over breaking Brian Lara’s Test cricket record, while ...

Watch VideoLucky Lekgwathi gives Orlando Pirates leadership his backing

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Orlando Pirates have appointed 19-year-old Mbekezeli Mbokazi as a vice captain, earning praise from club legend Lucky Lekgwathi, who emphasises that age is just ...

Watch VideoStellenbosch vs AmaZulu: Sometimes you just have to find a way, says Stellies’ Steve Barker

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Stellenbosch FC clinched a dramatic extra-time victory over AmaZulu in the MTN8 quarter-finals, with coach Steve Barker emphasising the importance of perseverance ...

Watch VideoClash of the Titans: Mamelodi Sundowns face-off with Orlando Pirates as MTN8 semi-final fixtures confirmed

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Orlando Pirates, defending MTN8 champions, face a tough semi-final challenge against dominant league champions Mamelodi Sundowns, who thumped Richards Bay 4-0 in ...

Watch VideoTemba Bavuma on ICC mace tour of Langa: ‘It was emotional’

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Temba Bavuma and the Proteas celebrated their World Test Championship victory with an emotional ICC mace tour of Langa, Cape Town, highlighting the deep community ...

Watch VideoProteas shock Australia in World Championship of Legends semi-final

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AB de Villiers led South Africa to a thrilling one-run victory over Australia in the World Championship of Legends semi-final, setting up a final against Pakistan. ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs show Bongani Sam the door, a day after his birthday

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Kaizer Chiefs have parted ways with defender Bongani Sam after an injury-plagued season, following his transfer from Orlando Pirates in July 2024, as they also bid ...

Watch VideoAmajita star Tylon Smith signs for Queens Park Rangers

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Queens Park Rangers have signed 20-year-old Stellenbosch FC defender Tylon Smith, a standout player from South Africa’s Under-20 Afcon-winning team, with permanent ...

Watch VideoSaru’s Rian Oberholzer: Springbok rugby’s future in good hands after U20 success

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The Junior Springboks’ victory in the World Rugby Under-20 Championship highlights the thriving future of South African rugby according to Saru chief Rian Oberholzer ...