Mihlali Baleka

Multimedia Journalist, Sport

Mweene has the best goalkeepers at his disposal for Mamelodi Sundowns in Fifa Club World Cup

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Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper coach Kennedy Mweene says he has a balanced goalkeeping unit ahead of the team's participation at the Fifa Club World Cup in the United ...

Lorch, Mailula and Mokwana ready to hoist the SA flag at Fifa Club World Cup

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Thembinkosi Lorch, Cassius Mailula and Elias Mokwana will be flag-bearers at the FIFA Club World Cup when they represent their clubs Wydad Casablanca and Esperance ...

Orlando Pirates’ injury rejects a gamble Kaizer Chiefs didn’t need

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Paseka Mako and Thabiso Monyane's potential transfer to Kaizer Chiefs raises questions about their fitness and suitability for the club's ambitions, given their ...

Legend Hlompho Kekana backs Mamelodi Sundowns to excel at Fifa Club World Cup

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Hlompho Kekana expresses confidence in Mamelodi Sundowns' chances at the upcoming Club World Cup, highlighting the team's potential to advance beyond the group stage. ...

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns can inspire the nation with CAF Champions League triumph, says Ronwen Williams

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Mamelodi Sundowns No 1 Ronwen Williams has seen the positive energy that sport has brought into the country in recent months, and that's why he says they want to ...

Hugo Broos: Glory days now, but new Bafana talent must be brought in

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has pleaded for the emerging youngsters at Amajimbos and Amajita to be looked after, so that they are not lost in the system in the ...

Watch VideoMandla Ncikazi on Orlando Pirates job: When I got into this club, I became a servant

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Mandla Ncikazi, despite serving as a co-coach and then assistant at Orlando Pirates, is no stranger to the head-coach role, having held the position at Golden Arrows ...

Watch VideoMaela’s finale ends in a draw as Orlando Pirates fail to capture three-point PSL treasure against Magesi FC

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Orlando Pirates' reportedly outgoing captain Innocent Maela failed to get a win in his last game at the club as they drew 1-1 with Magesi FC in their season finale ...

Refiloe Jane grateful for Banyana return after tough time on sidelines

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Banyana Banyana captain Refiloe Jane says she's happy to be back on the pitch after a tough spell on the sidelines, resulting in her return to domestic football ...

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns aim to clinch CAF Champions League for captain fantastic Themba Zwane

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Mamelodi Sundowns' class of 2016 CAF Champions League squad winning member Teko Modise and current No 1 Ronwen Williams want the team to win their second continental ...

Mandla Ncikazi: Orlando Pirates still have so much to fight for

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Orlando Pirates interim coach Mandla Ncikazi says they can't afford to falter, as there's still a lot to play for, despite securing the No 2 spot on the Premiership ...

Watch VideoSuperSport United's former kids now want to help Mamelodi Sundowns rule Africa yet again

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A quartet of former SuperSport United players, which include Aubrey Modiba, who lost in the CAF Confederation Cup final in 2017 want to help Mamelodi Sundowns return ...

Farewell, Jose Riveiro: Five former Orlando Pirates coaches who ended up in North Africa

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Rumours have been rife that outgoing Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has put pen to paper on a two-year deal with African and Egyptian heavyweights Al Ahly.

SA’s Amajita hope to fly against Nigeria’s Eagles in Afcon U20 semi-final

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Amajita have coach Raymond Mdaka and his technical team to thank for their preparations, having also won the Cosafa Championship to qualify for Afcon, which is held ...

SuperSport United banking on Bradley Grobler, Christian Saile to cause Stellenbosch FC upset

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SuperSport United are languishing in the bottom half of the standings with 26 points, three ahead of Cape Town City, who hold the playoffs spot.

Watch VideoJose Riveiro: Thanks for the memories, Orlando Pirates

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Jose Riveiro sat on the bench for his last match as the coach of Orlando Pirates when they beat Golden Arrows 3-0 at Orlando Stadium, Soweto, on Tuesday night.

Watch VideoArthur Zwane: PSL six-pointer against Polokwane City like a cup final for AmaZulu

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AmaZulu have been their worst enemies this season as they dropped points that they were expected to bag, before beating Golden Arrows recently.

Watch VideoEric Tinkler aims for ‘massive achievement’ with Sekhukhune after Pirates PSL win

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After a crucial win against Orlando Pirates, Sekhukhune United sit third in the Premiership, just ahead of Stellenbosch FC, as they aim for continental football ...

Huge knock to Orlando Pirates’ PSL title challenge as Yamba wins it for Sekhukhune United

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Orlando Pirates fell behind in the Betway Premiership race after losing 1-0 to Sekhukhune at Orlando Pirates in Soweto on Wednesday night, despite dominating possession. ...

Watch VideoI am doing my best with every passing game, says Kaizer Chiefs No 1 Bvuma

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Kaizer Chiefs No 1 Bruce Bvuma is taking the criticism he's been getting this season on the chin as he believes his working his socks off with every passing game. ...

'Cocomelon Football' will wan to set Cairo alight yet again

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Orlando Pirates youngsters have already led the team to respective victories in the CAF Champions League in north Africa. Hence, they'll want to continue where they ...

Durban City confirm the death of defender Zondi

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Motsepe Foundation Championship side Durban City were dealt with the unfortunately passing of defender Sinamandla Zondi before their league clash against Milford ...

Can Orlando Pirates’ home defence hold off Pyramids in CAF Champions League semi-final?

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With a formidable home record in the CAF Champions League, Orlando Pirates are set to face Pyramids in a thrilling semi-final first leg this Saturday night. Can ...

Watch VideoSpencer: Hard for Bvuma to fill Kaizer Chiefs void left by Baloyi, Khune

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Derrick Spencer believes Bruce Bvuma must elevate his game next season to match the legacy of Kaizer Chiefs' great goalkeepers like Itumeleng Khune and Brian Baloyi. ...

Spencer backs Nabi, but warns: No excuses for Kaizer Chiefs next season

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Derrick Spencer believes coach Nasreddine Nabi faced an uphill battle in his first season at Kaizer Chiefs, insisting that next season is crucial for proving his ...