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The South African
4 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs rumours: Ozoemena, Pirates 'betrayal'
Today's Kaizer Chiefs transfer wrap has tidbits on Manqoba Ozoemena and a big decision by a former Orlando Pirates player. 20-year-old attacking midfielder Manqoba Ozoemena is a target for Usuthu before the 2025-2026 season. Former Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane, now at the helm of AmaZulu, is an admirer of the player. Thabiso Monyane swapped 13 years with Pirates for a fresh start at Chiefs. Best Kaizer Chiefs XI next season revealed? Chiefs buy a package from TEMU According to local reports, Usuthu want to test Chiefs' resolve to keep talented playmaker Manqoba Ozoemena. 'It's believed that the AmaZulu FC technical team has proposed to management about Manqoba (Ozoemena). Coach Arthur (Zwane) knows him very well, and he believes that the player can help the team this season as they compete in the MTN8 and the other tournaments as well,' said a source familiar with the negotiations. Click for the story Thabiso Monyane sounds positive about his new Soweto chapter with Kaizer Chiefs. Only time will tell whether he's made the right move in terms of trophy success, but he'll certainly get more game time after becoming a fringe player behind Deano van Rooyen and Thabiso Lebitso at Pirates. Will he get a frosty reception when the clubs meet on 28 February, 2026? Left-back Paseka Mako has also made the move after seven years with the Buccaneers. 'I've been received well by the technical team, the players and the staff, arriving from the other side of Soweto. 'It has been a breath of fresh air, and I am embracing a new culture.' Click for the story Kaizer Chiefs sign Thabiso Monyane. Image: Kaizer Chiefs website Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
5 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
AmaZulu believe they can snap up Kaizer Chiefs midfield prodigy
AmaZulu finished three points and three places above Kaizer Chiefs last season, and now they want to poach some of their talent. 20-year-old attacking midfielder Manqoba Ozoemena is a target for Usuthu before the 2025-2026 season. Former Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane, now at the helm of AmaZulu, is an admirer of the player. Best Kaizer Chiefs XI next season revealed? According to local reports, Usuthu want to test Chiefs' resolve to keep talented playmaker Manqoba Ozoemena. 'It's believed that the AmaZulu FC technical team has proposed to management about Manqoba (Ozoemena). Coach Arthur (Zwane) knows him very well, and he believes that the player can help the team this season as they compete in the MTN8 and the other tournaments as well,' said a source familiar with the negotiations. 'At the moment, there are about three or four players already believed to have been signed. And the club is still looking at reinforcing the squad, and that's why they have enquired about Manqoba Ozoemena,' the source revealed. The comments sections on articles here at The South African scarcely disappoint. One recent reader says that, by purchasing Flavio Silva, Kaizer Chiefs have got a 'striker straight off TEMU' which isn't kind but it's kinda funny. Click for the full story Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
24-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs promotions: Four players
Kaizer Chiefs are including four promising youth players in their tour to the Netherlands. Make sure you know all there is to know. Manqoba Ozoemena and Thulani Mabaso have been on the radar for a while. Meanwhile, Naledi Hlongwane has shown plenty of promise in front of goal. 'Mayele will only come to South Africa for a holiday and Amapiano' Attacking midfielder Manqoba Ozoemena has already shown his creative spark for the DDC side, claiming three assists in a single game. Striker Naledi Hlongwane comes with a high reputation. Utility defender Kabelo Nkgwesa and left-footed holding midfielder Thulani Mabaso are also part of the travelling party. The latest striking sensation at Naturena. Photo: FootballSA / Facebook This is what the club said about Thulani Mabaso in January 2023: A defensive midfielder, he has been here since the age of 14. Heading into his fourth year as part of our development, he has been taught in the Chiefs way and is fully immersed in the culture of the Club. Another left-footed player with the ability to pick out teammates with long and short passes, he is very solid at the back and can get the team moving up front rapidly. He was born in 2004.' Chiefs include eight new faces in tour group As you'll know by now, Chiefs are heading to the land of Dennis Bergkamp, Virgil van Dijk and Wesley Sneijder for their European pre-season tour adventure. The Glamour Boys jet out on 03 July and conclude the tour on 19 July. It should be a fun fortnight! George Matlou, somewhat surprisingly, will be on the flight. Will these players make the grade at Chiefs? Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
20-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Confirmed: Kaizer Chiefs players return for tests
Kaizer Chiefs have become the first Betway Premiership club to return from the end-of-season break for preseason training. The Glamour Boys finished in a disappointing ninth place last term but ended on a high. It was a 2-1 victory over fierce nemesis Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup to end a 10-year trophy drought. Amakhosi will leave South Africa to hold a preseason camp in the Netherlands between 3 and 19 July, including a friendly against Eredivisie side Utrecht FC. All the names: PSL player signings linked with Kaizer Chiefs Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Manqoba Ozoemena and the Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jr. Image: kcofficial/Instagram Kaizer Chiefs players Wandile Duba and Sibongiseni Mthethwa. Image: kcofficial/Instagram Meanwhile, reports have stated that Amakhosi have signed two new left-backs: Paseka Mako, 31, and Thabiso Monyane, 25. The duo will join the Glamours after their contracts with Orlando Pirates end on 30 June. Orlando Pirates news: Mofokeng's father and new coach update Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
20-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
FOUR Kaizer Chiefs academy stars will travel to the Netherlands
Kaizer Chiefs are sending four talented academy talents to the Netherlands when the club tours the Netherlands in July. Attacking midfielder Manqoba Ozoemena, striker Naledi Hlongwane, utility defender Kabelo Nkgwesa and holding midfielder Thulani Mabaso are all part of the group. 'Mayele will only come to South Africa for a holiday and Amapiano' As you'll know by now, Chiefs are heading to the land of Dennis Bergkamp, Virgil van Dijk and Wesley Sneijder for their European pre-season tour adventure. The Glamour Boys jet out on 03 July and conclude the tour on 19 July. It should be a fun fortnight! George Matlou, somewhat surprisingly, will be on the flight. Attacking midfielder Manqoba Ozoemena has already shown his creative spark for the DDC side, while striker Naledi Hlongwane comes with a high reputation. Utility defender Kabelo Nkgwesa and holding midfielder Thulani Mabaso are also part of the travelling party. Sirino SARS scandal simmers away Maart signs a new deal 29-year-old Yusuf Maart will stay on at Chiefs and play a vital role in their midfield, according to local reports from @UnplayableZA on X. Click for the story At the start of 2024-2025, Mdu Shabalala was a critical component in the Chiefs side, operating from the number 10 role. His output was healthy, too. However, that has dwindled dramatically. In 27 league appearances last season, he only got four goals and an assist. Click for the story Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
