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Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns – Match Preview, Odds and Prediction

All roads lead to FNB Stadium as Orlando Pirates prepare to host arch-rivals Mamelodi Sundowns in a titanic Betway Premiership showdown that could have a decisive impact on one of the most enthralling title races in recent memory. Pirates…

Kaizer Chiefs Strengthen their Squad With Two New Signings

Kaizer Chiefs continued to bolster their squad heading to the start of the 2024-25 Betway Premiership with two significant signings. Amakhosi have reunited with Njabulo Blom who left the club to join America's Major League Soccer side St. Louis…

High Praise for ‘Gilberto’

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has shared huge admiration for new signing ‘Gilberto’ who was swayed to join the Buccaneers from Petro de Luanda. Pirates announce the signing of Delvi Miguel Vieira on June 28, with Delvi…

LIVE TRANSFER NEWS: PIRATES MIDFIELDER SIGNS EXTENSION WITH CUP SPECIALISTS!

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Relebohile Mofokeng of South Africa during the International Friendly match between South Africa and Nicaragua at Orlando Amstel Arena the 29 May 2026 in Soweto ©Sydney Mahlangu BackpagePix

Orlando Pirates confirms Relebohile Mofokeng’s imminent departure to European club

Orlando Pirates have confirmed the imminent transfer of star player Relebohile Mofokeng to Belgian Pro League side Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. Pirates and Union Saint-Gilloise, who will be campaigning in the Uefa Champions League in the new season, have agreed…

Hugo Broos and Helman Mkhalele, assistant coach of South Africa during the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Czechia and South Africa at the Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta, America on 18 June 2026 ©Gavin Barker/BackpagePix

Hugo Broos backs successor to inherit strong Bafana Bafana squad

South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has claimed that whoever succeeds him in his role will have a strong squad to utilise ahead of his imminent departure.

Erling Haaland of Norway smiles after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match Ivory Coast against Norway, in Dallas, USA, 30 June 2026. Norway won 2-1. EPA/ALBERT PENA

FIFA WORLD CUP: Erling Haaland’s Late Strike Sends Norway Past Ivory Coast

Erling Haaland delivered when it mattered most, tapping home four minutes from time to send Norway into the World Cup last 16 with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in Dallas.

Jarell Quansah of England in action during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match Panama against England, in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA, 27 June 2026. EPA/OLGA FEDOROVA

England Hit by Defensive Setback as James and Quansah Ruled Out of DR Congo game

Tuchel confirms James sidelined, with the defender still out after his hamstring injury against Ghana. Neither he nor Jarell Quansah trained on Tuesday, forcing England’s manager to reshuffle his defensive options ahead of the knockout tie. Jarell Quansah, who…

Magical Mexico march through to FIFA World Cup Round of 16

Mexico extend unbeaten run at Azteca, now ten games without defeat at the World Cup. A storm delayed kickoff by an hour, but the energized home crowd roared into full voice once play began.

Kylian Mbappe of France celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match France against Sweden, in New Jersey, USA, 30 June 2026. EPA/SARAH YENESEL

Kylian Mbappé Sets new FIFA World Cup knockout record as France Sweep Sweden

Mbappé struck twice to reach 10 World Cup knockout goals, becoming the competition’s all-time leader in elimination-round scoring. His brace also lifted him onto six goals at the tournament, leaving him tied with Lionel Messi at the top of…

Thabiso Lebitso of Orlando Pirates during the Betway Premiership 2025/26 match between Durban City and Orlando Pirates at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on 29 November 2025 ©Gerhard Duraan/BackpagePix

PSL TRANSFERS: Stellenbosch Secure Thabiso Lebitso in Swap Deal With Pirates

Stellenbosch FC have strengthened their squad ahead of the 2026/27 season by completing the signing of versatile defender Thabiso Lebitso from Orlando Pirates.

Omega Unathi Mdaka of Stellenbosch FC during the Betway Premiership 2025/26 game between Stellenbosch FC and Sekhukhune United at Athlone Stadium in Cape Town on 17 April 2026 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

Former Kaizer Chiefs Prospect Mdaka Signs for AmaZulu, Muzomuhle Khanyi Departs on Loan

Stellenbosch have confirmed the permanent departure of Omega Mdaka as well as loan exit of Muzomuhle Khanyi to Chippa United for next season.

Relebohile Mofokeng of South Africa during the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between South Africa and South Korea at the Monterrey Stadium, Mexico on 24 June 2026 ©Gavin Barker/BackpagePix

Bafana Bafana playmaker Relebohile Mofokeng Set for Belgium Move After World Cup Breakthrough

Relebohile Mofokeng is reportedly close to agreeing a deal to join Belgian Pro League side Union St-Gilloise.

Moroccan players celebrate a goal by Issa Diop during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between the Netherlands and Morocco, in Monterrey, Mexico, 29 June 2026. EPA/MIGUEL SIERRA

Mohamed Ouahbi Lauds Morocco’s ‘commanding display’in Victory Over Netherlands

The Atlas Lions booked their spot in the last 16 with a 3-2 penalty shootout win over the Netherlands after a 1-1 draw, as Ismael Saibari struck the decisive kick following Yassine Bounou’s crucial save from Crysencio Summerville. Speaking…

Fairy-Tale Run Ends, But Hugo Broos Rekindles South Africa’s Football Spirit

Exactly forty years ago, Broos was a fierce central defender for the legendary Belgium squad that captured the world’s imagination by finishing fourth at the 1986 World Cup, a tournament where he ran out onto the hallowed turf of…

epaselect Miguel Almiron (C) of Paraguay and teammates celebrate after winning the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match Germany against Paraguay, in Boston, USA, 29 June 2026. Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties. EPA/SHAWN THEW

FIFA World Cup: Paraguay Stun Germany in Penalty Shootout to Reach Last 16

Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Boston to pull off one of the biggest shocks of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.