Mihlali Baleka

Multimedia Journalist, Sport

Banyana Banyana wins Cosafa Tri-Nations Series ahead of Wafcon

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Banyana Banyana flexed their muscles of their Cosafa regions counterparts Botswana and Zambia after beating both to win the Tri-Nations Series in preparation for ...

Bafana Bafana and PSL teams' continental strides are pleasing to Hugo Broos

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos says he's proud of the strides that the national team and PSL sides have made on the continent in recent months as that augurs well ...

Watch VideoSibusiso Vilakazi says today's Sundowns players' international pedigree could be the key to unlocking greatness

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Sibusiso Vilakazi, who was part of the class of 2016 that won the CAF Champions League, insists the current group of Mamelodi Sundowns' players will be better than ...

Miguel Cardoso tells Sundowns adversity is the breakfast of champions after Pyramids FC snatch draw

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Mamelodi Sundowns' hopes of clinching their second CAF Champions League title hang in the balance after a disappointing draw against Pyramids. Coach Miguel Cardoso ...

Rapturous welcome for victorious Amajita on their return home

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Amajita made history on Sunday by becoming the first South African U20 side to win the Africa Youth Championship, following a triumphant campaign in Egypt.

Stars emerge as Amajita clinch first-ever African Youth Championship

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South Africa’s Under-20 team made history by winning their first U20 Afcon title in Egypt, edging Morocco 1-0 in the final. While coach Raymond Mdaka hailed the ...

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates clash for pride, history and silverware in Durban

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Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates will battle for the Nedbank Cup at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday, with both teams desperate to salvage their seasons. Pirates ...

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates: A rivalry reignited at Moses Mabhida Stadium

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Explore the storied rivalry between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates at Moses Mabhida Stadium, where past glories and recent triumphs set the stage for an exciting ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs' victory over Mamelodi Sundowns sets up Nedbank final clash with Orlando Pirates

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Kaizer Chiefs have reached the Nedbank Cup final after a thrilling victory over Mamelodi Sundowns, setting the stage for a showdown with arch-rivals Orlando Pirates. ...

Kaizer Chiefs coach Nabi's future rests with the club's board

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Kaizer Chiefs' coach Nasreddine Nabi faces uncertainty as the club's board deliberates his future. After a disappointing season, can he turn things around in the ...

Desiree Ellis optimistic about Banyana's squad depth ahead of WAFCON

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With the Women's Africa Cup of Nations on the horizon, Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis reflects on her team's recent successes and the emotional farewells of ...

TS Galaxy frustrates Kaizer Chiefs in a 1-1 draw at Peter Mokaba Stadium

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Kaizer Chiefs’ winless streak extends to four matches after a 1-1 draw against TS Galaxy at Peter Mokaba Stadium, leaving their Top 8 hopes hanging by a thread. ...

Victory for Bafana Bafana: A step closer to World Cup 2026

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Bafana Bafana's crucial 2-0 victory over Benin at Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny keeps their World Cup 2026 dreams alive, as they remain top of Group C with 13 points. ...

Hugo Broos: Benin clash is a critical match for Bafana Bafana's World Cup hopes

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Bafana Bafana Coach Hugo Broos Declares Upcoming Benin Clash a Pivotal Moment in Their World Cup Journey

Bafana Bafana’s path to World Cup: Broos calls for team unity ahead of Benin clash

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos insists their World Cup 2026 qualifying fate is in their hands as they prepare for a crucial clash against Benin, with Nigeria potentially ...

Why Hugo Broos should reconsider his squad selections for Bafana Bafana

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After finishing third in the last Africa Cup of Nations, Bafana Bafana are eyeing World Cup qualification. Discover why coach Hugo Broos should consider three overlooked ...

Relebohile Mofokeng shines as Orlando Pirates defeat Mamelodi Sundowns in Betway Premiership clash

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Relebohile Mofokeng's brace propels Orlando Pirates to a vital victory over Mamelodi Sundowns, keeping their Betway Premiership title hopes alive.

Watch VideoSuperSport United break Cape Town Spurs hearts as late Maboe strike sends them into quarter-finals

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SuperSport United became the first side to reach the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals after beating Cape Town Spurs in the last 16 in Atteridgeville on Wednesday night. ...

Manqoba Mngqithi’s Mamelodi Sundowns out to conquer in Carling Cup final

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Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi is hoping to live up to his name by conquering all round in the Carling Knockout Cup final against Magesi FC on Saturday ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates are unique in the way they do things says assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi

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Mandla Ncikazi knows heavy is the head that wears the crown. Hence, Orlando Pirates need to play the game, not the occasion in the MTN8 final against Stellenbosch ...

Desiree Ellis out to boost Banyana reserve ranks

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Banyana coach Desiree Ellis says she’ll be watching the Sasol League National Champs play-offs closely, especially ahead of two friendlies against Denmark and England ...

Magesi FC and Golden Arrows have unfinished business, SuperSport United bag first win

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Chippa United, meanwhile, failed to consolidate their lead after drawing 1-1 with Sekhukhune United at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on Wednesday night. ...

Pirates show their power in win over Polokwane City

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On Heritage Day, Orlando Pirates were yet again not at their best, but they still managed to pull off a 3-0 win over Polokwane City in the Premiership at Orlando ...

Watch VideoJose Riveiro warns Buccaneers that they will have to earn their win in Orlando

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Given his squad depth, Jose Riveiro has no doubt that Orlando Pirates will be able to shoulder the congested schedule, starting with a CAF Champions League clash ...

Pirates saved by Saleng strike, while visiting Arrows stun Stellies

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Orlando Pirates made things difficult for themselves as they didn’t live up to their favourites tag despite getting past Chippa United in their Premiership opener ...