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The South African
20-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs offered player to solve their goalkeeping problems!
Kaizer Chiefs are looking to revamp their playing squad ahead of the 2025/26 season which is looming large. Chiefs will soon jet off to the Netherlands to prepare for what could be a very busy season of fixture congestion. There have been quite a few rumours with regards to who Chiefs are targeting. But before those players come in, they're moving quickly to free up some space. Last week, they announced the departures of academy products Sabelo Radebe and Njabulo Blom. Following that, they have also confirmed the release of striker Ranga Chivaviro. There are other players who find themselves in a similar boat heading into pre-season. It is thought that the likes of Tebogo Potsane, Mduduzi Mdantsane, George Matlou, Zitha Kwinika and Fiacre Ntwari are next. Ntwari, unlike the others, is under more pressure and scrutiny seeing as though he takes up a foreign space. That then also works against him because his lack of game time will make the club see him as disposable to Chiefs. It's also believed that Chiefs have already decided they want to offload Ntwari after just one season at the club. Now according to Soccer-Laduma, Nigerian shot-stopper Japhet Opubo could be offered to the Glamour Boys imminently. 'Japhet Opubo is a top goalkeeper who has proven himself in Nigeria over the past few seasons and he could be a good addition at a big club like Kaizer Chiefs, representatives are assessing options for him, and there is a possibility that he can be offered to Chiefs.' Said a source to the publication. It now remains to seen if Chiefs will tae Opubo ahead of next season. Amakhosi fans these be a a good decision? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab. Or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. You can also follow @TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
The South African
13-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs star grabs his second chance, set for big reward!
Kaizer Chiefs are ready to shuffle their pack ahead of the 2025/26 season with incomings and outgoings. ADVERTISEMENT Although they won the Nedbank Cup, Chiefs still failed to finish the season in the top eight positions. Chiefs had a season of contrasts That contrasting season will also see three types of actions being taken by Chiefs ahead of the next campaign. They will try and sign players in order to be competitive in the league and local cups. They will also look to those new additions to boost their CAF Confederation Cup charge. Secondly, there will be players who will be deemed surplus to requirements and those who will be retained. Three players released so far Chiefs have already released three players so far, Sabelo Radebe, Njabulo Blom and Ranga Chivaviro. While many more are set to follow, one player that seems to not be on that list is Sibongiseni Mthethwa. The defensive midfielder had a mixed season in the past campaign under Nasreddine Nabi. Upon the Tunisian's arrival, he seemed not to be in the plans and wanted to offload him. But an improved second half of the season saw him become more involved. Mthethwa was also solid for Chiefs in their run to the Nedbank Cup win. Now according to Soccer-Laduma, he is set to be rewarded with a new contract. ADVERTISEMENT Mthethwa set for new deal 'The club has already taken the initiative to keep the midfielder (Mthethwa) for two more years. The talks are believed to have started before the end of the season. But apparently things are looking good. It will all now depend on what both parties are looking at. But the talks are open,' Well deserved? Chiefs fans, would you be happy to see Mthethwa's contact renewed? Has he done enough to earn it? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab. Or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. You can also follow @TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
The South African
09-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates 'find their Prince' in the transfer market
Orlando Pirates could reunite with a talented prodigy who was on trial with the club in 2023. Why is there such hype around the player? Prince Ndlovu was 16 when he first experienced life at Orlando Pirates. Next up for the Zimbabwean attacker is COSAFA Cup action. According to Soccer-Laduma, Orlando Pirates are reigniting their interest in young Zimbabwean forward Prince Ndlovu. The 19-year-old has trialled with the club in the past. 'He (Ndlovu) trained with Pirates in March 2023, and at that time he was only 16 years old. He was preparing to go to Europe, but things didn't work out. Since then, Pirates scouts have been monitoring him. They're now they are willing to give him a chance on the team. They have kept tabs on him and they are impressed by his progress at Highlanders FC in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe,' said the source to the same publication. Prince Ndlovu enjoys himself with the Highlanders FC media team. Image: The Herald Orlando Pirates have briefed scouts to attend the upcoming COSAFA Cup to watch Ndlovu up close. 'Pirates will have the chance to continue monitoring him (Ndlovu) when he plays for the Zimbabwe national team at the COSAFA Cup. Yes, it's believed that the scouts and recruiters are happy, and this will give them a first-hand chance to see him in action before they can finalise anything,' said the source. Meanwhile, former Sundowns manager Rulani Mokwena has vacated his post as head coach of Wydad AC. The 38-year-old has been strongly linked with a return to Orlando Pirates, and Rulani isn't doing much to quell those rumours. He served as Josef Zinnbauer's assistant in the 2019-2020 campaign. Click for the story Is Prince Ndlovu worth the hype? 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
05-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates send scouts to watch COSAFA Cup teenage prodigy
Orlando Pirates have a scouting mission at the COSAFA Cup. There's a teenage prodigy they're monitoring, and they know him well. According to Soccer-Laduma, Orlando Pirates will send scouts to the upcoming COSAFA Cup to watch Zimbabwean attacker Prince Ndlovu. 'Pirates will have the chance to continue monitoring him (Ndlovu) when he plays for the Zimbabwe national team at the COSAFA Cup. Yes, it's believed that the scouts and recruiters are happy, and this will give them a first-hand chance to see him in action before they can finalise anything,' said the source. Prince Ndlovu enjoys himself with the Highlanders FC media team. Image: The Herald Recently crowned Caf Champions League winners Pyramids FC are resigned to losing star striker Fiston Mayele. The 30-year-old Congolese star was pivotal in their run to the title, scoring clutch goals against Orlando Pirates in the semi-finals and bagging one in the second leg of the final against Sundowns. According to , his side is bracing for mammoth salary offers. Mayele got nine goals in 13 Champions League outings this term, taking his tally in the competition to 22 strikes in 37 appearances. He's also got four assists in that sample. 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.
The South African
05-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates revisit interest in exciting teenage attacker
Orlando Pirates had a 16-year-old prodigy on their books not so long ago. Now, they've reignited their interest in the Zimbabwean star. According to Soccer-Laduma, Orlando Pirates are targeting young Zimbabwean forward Prince Ndlovu. The 19-year-old has trialled with the club in the past. 'He (Ndlovu) trained with Pirates in March 2023 and and at that time he was only 16 years old. He was preparing to go to Europe, but things didn't work out. It's believed that since then, Pirates scouts have apparently been monitoring him, and now they are willing to give him a chance on the team. They have kept tabs on him and they are impressed by his progress at Highlanders FC in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe,' said the source to the same publication. Since making the step up from youth to senior football in 2025, Jaedin Rhodes has flourished. Rhodes can operate in several attacking midfield roles, either on the flanks or behind a central striker. He made 23 appearances in the 2024-2025 league season for the Citizens. Availability is one of his biggest strengths. Last season, he made 29 league appearances, and the season before, he notched up 17. Why is Rhodes such a big deal? 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.
