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The South African
a day ago
- Sport
- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs - Full list: SEVEN departures so far
Kaizer Chiefs have offloaded seven players so far. Kaizer Chiefs have released a total of SEVEN players. Here is the full list of offloaded stars. Ranga Chivaviro Sabelo Radebe Njabulo Blom Edmilson Dove Mduduzi Mdantsane Edson Castillo Yusuf Maart Initially, Chiefs announced Chivaviro as their first official player departure. Thereafter, fan-favourites Radebe and Blom were released. Meanwhile, Dove and Mdantsane have since parted ways with Amakhosi. To date, Chiefs have announced five departures. However, we have it on good authority that Castillo and Maart's departures have already been decided. Therefore, their exits will be announced soon. Chiefs and Castillo have decided to mutually part ways. Finally, Maart is heading to Europe where he will play for Austrian outfit SV Reid. As mentioned, Castillo and Maart are both heading out of Naturena. Meanwhile, Fiacre Ntwari, ex-Orlando Pirates star Bongani Sam, George Matlou, Tebogo Potsane and Tashreeq Morris all face probable departures. Chiefs are in the market for a new attacker. Specifically, a new attacking midfielder, winger or striker. So, they are planning to sacrifice one or two strikers to make way for their new signing. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Citizen
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
No concrete offers yet for Sundowns star Lucas Ribeiro
'Lucas is also happy to continue at Sundowns if a move doesn't materialise,' a source close to the situation confirmed. Lucas Ribeiro of Mamelodi Sundowns during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup match against Fluminense at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida on 25 June 2025 © Lynne Gleeson/BackpagePix The latest information reaching Mgosi Squad regarding Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Lucas Ribeiro is that there are currently no concrete offers on the table for the Brazilian star. Ribeiro's stock has soared following an impressive showing at the FIFA Club World Cup, where his individual brilliance caught global attention. It is understood that there is interest from clubs in Europe, South America, and the Middle East. ALSO READ: Sekhukhune United snap up ex-Orlando Pirates midfielder This publication understands that Sundowns remain calm about the situation, as the player is still under contract until 2028, having joined the club in 2023 from Belgian club SK Beveren. 'The club is open to letting him go if the right offer is presented to them. Lucas is also happy to continue at Sundowns if a move doesn't materialise,' a source close to the situation confirmed. Reports have linked the 26-year-old with interest from clubs in France, Turkey, Brazil, and Qatar. Since his arrival at Chloorkop, Ribeiro has set the Betway Premiership alight, scoring 28 league goals over the past two seasons. ALSO READ: Pirates winger joins Saudi Pro League side Ettifaq His stunning solo goal against Borussia Dortmund at the Club World Cup has further cemented his growing reputation, making the rest of the footballing world take notice of his talent.
The Citizen
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Mofokeng scores as Orlando Pirates hold Pafos to a draw
Abdeslam Ouaddou made changes to the Pirates side that lost 2-0 to Bolton Wanderers. Orlando Pirates came from a goal down to draw 1-1 with Cypriot champions Pafos FC in their second preseason friendly match at the Marbella Football Center on Sunday afternoon. Abdeslam Ouaddou made changes to the Pirates side that lost 2-0 to Bolton Wanderers in their previous game with Deano van Rooyen, Thalente Mbatha, Kabelo Dlamini and Yanela Mbuthuma all making starts. ALSO READ: Chiefs suffer third straight defeat in the Netherlands Pafos enjoyed most of the possession in the early stages, which resulted in the opening goal after just six minutes when João Correia beat Sipho Chaine with a powerful shot. Mbuthuma came close to finding the equaliser for the Buccaneers in the 21st minute when he was setup by Dlamini, but the striker shot narrowly wide of goal. A minute later Mbekezeli Mbokazi saw his goal bound shot being parried away for a corner kick by goalkeeper Thanos Papadoudis. Pirates didn't have to wait long for the equaliser as an off-balanced Relebohile Mofokeng beat Papdoudis with a low shot after he was sent through on goal by Oswin Appollis. The teams were locked at 1-1 at the break. Ouaddou made changes at the start of the second half introducing goalkeeper Siyabonga Dladla, midfielder Cemran Dansin and striker Boitumelo Radiopane for Chaine,Mbule and Mbuthuma respectively. ALSO READ: Sekhukhune United snap up ex-Orlando Pirates midfielder He later introduced Tshepang Moremi, Karim Kimvuidi, Patrick Maswanganyi and Lebone Seema, but in the end Pirates had to settle for a draw. Pirates will next face Las Palmas in their next preseason friendly match on Thursday.
The Citizen
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Cape Town Spurs powerless to block player exits, says top lawyer
"Players can easily go to the DRC to request that they be declared as free agents," he said. Cape Town Spurs players dejected after being relegated from the Motsepe Foundation Championship following a match against Durban City at Athlone Stadium on 17 May 2025 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix Respected sports lawyer Mandla Tshabalala has weighed in on the legal dilemma facing Cape Town Spurs following their relegation from the Motsepe Foundation Championship. Having dropped to the ABC Motsepe League, Spurs are now regarded as an amateur club. This status means their players are free to leave without transfer fees, effectively making them free agents. ALSO READ: Sekhukhune United snap up ex-Orlando Pirates midfielder Asenele Velebayi and Luke Baartman are reportedly close to joining Kaizer Chiefs, while Liam Bern has been linked with AmaZulu FC. Spurs, however, released a statement voicing concern over the manner in which some of their players are being approached by top-flight clubs. 'We are actively addressing this matter through appropriate channels and will deal with it in a professional and resolute manner,' the club said in a carefully worded statement. 'Cape Town Spurs has ceased to exist' Speaking on Radio 2000, Tshabalala explained that the club's demotion has stripped them of their professional status and, with it, any legal ground to demand transfer fees for their players. 'Right now, the membership of Cape Town Spurs has ceased to exist because they are no longer a member of the PSL. So, what happens is that the players can easily go to the DRC to request that they be declared as free agents,' he said. 'With that order, they can go and register for a club of their own choice. We are talking about something that we have not seen and what their contracts say and whether their contracts deal with what happens if the club gets relegated. 'Most clubs in the NSL have a standardised contract that they use, but clubs are also permitted to draft their own contracts that will suit their own terms and conditions that they will have reached with a player. So we don't know exactly what is contained. 'I suspect there must be something that Cape Town Spurs have, because I don't think they would issue such a bold statement or demand without anything that covers them. I really suspect that there's something in the contract that they are positive will go in their favour.' Will Spurs rely on relegation clause? When asked whether Spurs could rely on a relegation clause to retain any legal authority over player movements, Tshabalala remained doubtful. 'I would still say no because remember you can only sell a player from one professional team to another professional team,' he concluded. ALSO READ: Pirates lose to Bolton in preseason friendly in Marbella 'That's the usual transfer, but if you are no longer a member of the league, the rules empower the league through the DRC to release the player as a free agent without the club claiming any compensation.'
The Citizen
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Pirates lose to Bolton in preseason friendly in Marbella
The Buccaneers will return to the same venue on Sunday to take on Pafos FC of Cyprus. New-look Olando Pirates suffered a 2-0 loss to League One outfit Bolton Wanderers in a preseason friendly game at the Marbella Football Centre in Spain on Friday. New Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou started the match with four of the Bucs new recruits. Sihle Nduli, who joined Pirates from Stellenbosch FC started at the centre of the midfield alongside another new signing and former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Sipho Mbule. ALSO READ: Sekhukhune United snap up ex-Orlando Pirates midfielder Tshepang Moremi, who joined the Buccaneers from AmaZulu, started on the wing. Pirates controlled the game in the first 30 minutes of the first half, but most of the action was in the middle of the park where Mbule and Patrick Maswanganyi were operating. Mbule tried his luck from range in the 31st minute, but his shot was deflected away for a corner kick. Six minutes later, Mbule had another go but this time his shot went wide of goal. Bolton took the lead albeit against the run of play in the 41st minute. A free kick on the right was whipped in and George Thomason did well to win a header to put the ball into the area, and Charlie Warren beat an advancing Sipho Chaine to the ball and put Bolton in the lead with a superb finish. Pirates were awarded a free kick in a promising position and Relebohile Mofokeng went wide of goal from it and Bolton were able to take their 1-0 lead to the half-time break. Ouaddou made a wholesale change at the start of the second half, substituting all eleven players who started the game and introduced the other new signings. The likes of Oswin Appollis, Sinoxolo Kwayiba, Lebone Seema, Tshepo Mashiloane and Masindi Nemtajela were given a run in the second stanza. Pirates started the second half the stronger of the sides, but it was Bolton who doubled their lead in the 62nd minute from a corner kick. George Johnston rose highest at the far post and nodded home Bolton's second goal. ALSO READ: Chiefs coach and fans' passion are the perfect mix Tshegofatso Mabasa almost pulled one for Pirates in the 67th minute, but his shot was deflected away for a corner kick. In the end, Pirates were unable to find the back of the net in their first game of their preseason tour in Spain. The Buccaneers will return to the same venue on Sunday to take on Pafos FC of Cyprus.
