Commodore’s EPL Picks

I’m hurting right now. I can’t remember a weekend as disappointing as that one – from a football and betting perspective. Liverpool were diabolical, Arsenal toiled for 70 minutes, Chelsea were extremely lucky to get past QPR and the…

Local News – Issue 231

Shakes Announces Bafana Squad To Take On Sudan And Nigeria South Africa coach Ephraim 'Shakes' Mashaba has named his squad for this month's final two 2015 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Sudan and Nigeria. Mashaba, who will announce his captain before…

Spanish La Liga Preview

Barcelona slumped to a second consecutive defeat and Real Madrid made no mistakes in their 4-0 rout of Granada to move top of the table. Champions Atletico Madrid also leapfrogged Barca by moving into third place while Valencia occupy…

Diego Costa: Player Profile

Costa Looking To Return To Form Against The Reds Personal information  Full name: Diego da Silva CostaDate of birth: 7 October 1988Age: 26Place of birth: Lagarto, BrazilHeight: 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in)Playing position: StrikerClub information  Current team: Chelsea  Number: 19 Youth career 2004–2006: Barcelona Esportivo Capela Senior…

International News – Issue 231

Rojo Injury Puts United In Defensive CrisisManchester United manager Louis van Gaal confirmed Marcos Rojo suffered a dislocated shoulder in the 1-0 defeat to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. Rojo was stretchered off early on in the second half and…

UEFA Champions League Preview

Tuesday 04 November 2014 Zenit 29/20 draw 24/10 Leverkusen 18/10 Leverkusen overtook Zenit with their 2-0 victory on matchday three and will be looking to strengthen their hold on the Group C leadership when the sides renew…

Manchester Derby Preview

English Premier League | Sunday 2 November | Etihad Stadium | 15:30Super Sunday sees Manchester United travel to the Etihad Stadium to take on local rivals Manchester City in an enthralling clash. Manuel Pellegrini’s side managed the double over the Red Devils last season…

South African PSL Preview

It’s a sad time for South African football as we mourn the death of Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa. It should be an emotional gameweek with the rest of the PSL teams paying their respects to…

Commodore’s EPL Picks

My calls last weekend weren’t bad, they just lacked conviction. If I’d had the balls there could’ve been more money in the coffers. Chelsea did me good with RVP’s late strike greatly affecting what could’ve been a successful weekend.…

Spanish La Liga Preview

The quest for top spot in the Spanish La Liga has hottened up with the top five teams now separated by just two points. Real Madrid were responsible for this by providing league leaders Barcelona with their first loss…

Vuyisile Ntombayithethi – Fact File

Ntombayithethi Inspired At AmaTuks Vuyisile Ntombayithethi joined University of Pretoria on a two-year deal from relegated Golden Arrows. He talks about how he plans to help AmaTuks this season.Personal Information Full names: Vuyisile Ntombayithethi Date of birth: 8 March 1989…

Senzo Meyiwa: Player Profile

A Rare Talent Who Came Through The National Teams Ranks Personal information   Full name: Senzo Robert Meyiwa Date of birth: 24 September 1987 Place of birth: Durban, South Africa Aged: 27 Height: 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) Position: GoalkeeperYouth Career London Cosmos…