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Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Opinion

Du Preez Nedbank Cup goal was offside, but Nabi’s Kaizer Chiefs beating Mamelodi Sundowns is good for SA football

Du Preez Nedbank Cup goal was offside, but Nabi’s Kaizer Chiefs beating Mamelodi Sundowns is good for SA football

By Ashfak Mohamed | Published 7h ago

Kaizer Chiefs' controversial 2-1 victory over Mamelodi Sundowns in the Nedbank Cup semi-final has split opinion, with Sundowns claiming Ashley du Preez's 89th-minute winner was offside. Yet beyond the controversy, this upset may be exactly what South African football needs after years of Sundowns dominance.

From doubt to triumph: Why Kaizer Chiefs' cup run matters more than ever

By Lunga Biyela | Published Apr 14, 2025

Kaizer Chiefs' path to the Nedbank Cup final represents more than just a chance at silverware — it's potentially the turning point in their decade-long trophy drought. After defeating powerhouse Mamelodi Sundowns and setting up a Soweto derby final against Orlando Pirates, Nasreddine Nabi's team stands at a crossroads.

From doubt to triumph: Why Kaizer Chiefs' cup run matters more than ever

From doubt to triumph: Why Kaizer Chiefs' cup run matters more than ever

End of Royal AM saga: Goodbye MaMkhize, don't let the door hit you on the way out

By Lunga Biyela | Published Apr 10, 2025

End of Royal AM saga: Goodbye MaMkhize, don't let the door hit you on the way out

A Bomb Squad ban would only fuel Rassie Erasmus’ Springboks revolution

By Leighton Koopman | Published Apr 10, 2025

A Bomb Squad ban would only fuel Rassie Erasmus’ Springboks revolution

Stellenbosch FC changing the face of the beautiful game, one step at a time

By Zaahier Adams | Published Apr 10, 2025

Stellenbosch FC changing the face of the beautiful game, one step at a time

Why Orlando Pirates should look within: The case for Mandla Ncikazi as head coach

By Lunga Biyela | Published Apr 9, 2025

Why Orlando Pirates should look within: The case for Mandla Ncikazi as head coach

Springboks shake-up on cards? Injuries, form may push Rassie Erasmus toward overhaul

By Ashfak Mohamed | Published Apr 9, 2025

Springboks shake-up on cards? Injuries, form may push Rassie Erasmus toward overhaul

Orlando Pirates' next coach: Why Micho's controversial past makes him unsuitable for the club

By Lunga Biyela | Published Apr 8, 2025

Orlando Pirates' next coach: Why Micho's controversial past makes him unsuitable for the club

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Steveno claims police told him what to say in Joshlin Smith case confession

Steveno claims police told him what to say in Joshlin Smith case confession

‘I was speaking as an activist’: Mcebisi Jonas clarifies his ‘racist’ remarks on Donald Trump

‘I was speaking as an activist’: Mcebisi Jonas clarifies his ‘racist’ remarks on Donald Trump

ANC highlights progress in talks with FF Plus and DA amid VAT disputes

ANC highlights progress in talks with FF Plus and DA amid VAT disputes

Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2025 Drops a Game-Changer Not to Be Missed

Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2025 Drops a Game-Changer Not to Be Missed

Rise of the micromanager threatens football’s creativity

By Rowan Callaghan | Published Apr 8, 2025

Rise of the micromanager threatens football’s creativity

Rise of the micromanager threatens football’s creativity

Veteran Themba Zwane could solve Kaizer Chiefs' experience crisis as Sundowns contract talks stall

By Lunga Biyela | Published Apr 7, 2025

Veteran Themba Zwane could solve Kaizer Chiefs' experience crisis as Sundowns contract talks stall

Veteran Themba Zwane could solve Kaizer Chiefs' experience crisis as Sundowns contract talks stall

Much like Quidditch, Lawson’s Red Bull drive made no sense

By Morgan Bolton | Published Apr 4, 2025

Much like Quidditch, Lawson’s Red Bull drive made no sense

Much like Quidditch, Lawson’s Red Bull drive made no sense

Royal AM's demise: The end of Andile Mpisane's 'legendary' football career

By Lunga Biyela | Published Apr 3, 2025

Royal AM's demise: The end of Andile Mpisane's 'legendary' football career

Royal AM's demise: The end of Andile Mpisane's 'legendary' football career

Olwethu Makhanya’s rise: From Stellenbosch to taking on Lionel Messi in MLS

By Lunga Biyela | Published Apr 2, 2025

Olwethu Makhanya’s rise: From Stellenbosch to taking on Lionel Messi in MLS

Olwethu Makhanya’s rise: From Stellenbosch to taking on Lionel Messi in MLS

The Rugby Rubicon: Will Middle East money transform World Cup?

By Ashfak Mohamed | Published Apr 2, 2025

The Rugby Rubicon: Will Middle East money transform World Cup?

The Rugby Rubicon: Will Middle East money transform World Cup?

Kaizer Chiefs' 10-year trophy drought: Was firing Ernst Middendorp the fatal mistake?

By Lunga Biyela | Published Apr 1, 2025

Kaizer Chiefs' 10-year trophy drought: Was firing Ernst Middendorp the fatal mistake?

Kaizer Chiefs' 10-year trophy drought: Was firing Ernst Middendorp the fatal mistake?

Liverpool fans' 'Trent meltdowns' ignoring bigger transfer concerns

By Rowan Callaghan | Published Apr 1, 2025

Liverpool fans' 'Trent meltdowns' ignoring bigger transfer concerns

Liverpool fans' 'Trent meltdowns' ignoring bigger transfer concerns

The case against firing Nasreddine Nabi: A long-term perspective for Kaizer Chiefs

By Smiso Msomi | Published Mar 31, 2025

The case against firing Nasreddine Nabi: A long-term perspective for Kaizer Chiefs

The case against firing Nasreddine Nabi: A long-term perspective for Kaizer Chiefs

Nasreddine Nabi running out of time and excuses as Kaizer Chiefs' woes continue

By Lunga Biyela | Published Mar 30, 2025

Nasreddine Nabi running out of time and excuses as Kaizer Chiefs' woes continue

Nasreddine Nabi running out of time and excuses as Kaizer Chiefs' woes continue

The Springboks: Rugby’s hottest brand on and off the field

By Morgan Bolton | Published Mar 28, 2025

Hugo Broos’ Bafana have nation smiling again, but familiar incompetence continues to linger

By Zaahier Adams | Published Mar 27, 2025

Hugo Broos’ Bafana have nation smiling again, but familiar incompetence continues to linger

Hugo Broos’ Bafana have nation smiling again, but familiar incompetence continues to linger

Bafana Bafana in a strong place to qualify for World Cup — even if they lose three points for Teboho Mokoena blunder

By Lunga Biyela | Published Mar 26, 2025

Bafana Bafana in a strong place to qualify for World Cup — even if they lose three points for Teboho Mokoena blunder

Bafana Bafana in a strong place to qualify for World Cup — even if they lose three points for Teboho Mokoena blunder

Sekgodiso, Simbine medals show SA athletes can return to world glory

By Ashfak Mohamed | Published Mar 26, 2025

Sekgodiso, Simbine medals show SA athletes can return to world glory

Sekgodiso, Simbine medals show SA athletes can return to world glory

Mokoena card controversy: How SAFA's incompetence threatens South Africa's World Cup dreams

By Lunga Biyela | Published Mar 25, 2025

Mokoena card controversy: How SAFA's incompetence threatens South Africa's World Cup dreams

Mokoena card controversy: How SAFA's incompetence threatens South Africa's World Cup dreams

Edwill van der Merwe’s move to Sharks can be a Springbok springboard for the winger

By Leighton Koopman | Published Mar 25, 2025

Edwill van der Merwe’s move to Sharks can be a Springbok springboard for the winger

Edwill van der Merwe’s move to Sharks can be a Springbok springboard for the winger

Royal AM's financial crisis: New owners will need very deep pockets to save troubled club

By Lunga Biyela | Published Mar 24, 2025

Royal AM's financial crisis: New owners will need very deep pockets to save troubled club

Royal AM's financial crisis: New owners will need very deep pockets to save troubled club