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The South African
3 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Breaking: Former Orlando Pirates striker Tendai Ndoro dies at 40
Shock and sadness have gripped the football world following the death of Tendai Ndoro, the former Orlando Pirates and Ajax Cape Town striker. He was 40. The Zimbabwean international, who had long battled diabetes, was found dead at his Sandton apartment in Johannesburg on Monday. As reported by FarPost , just months earlier, he had been hospitalised in Durban with a tumour under his armpit. His passing is more than just the loss of a footballer – it is the loss of a symbol of hope for many aspiring young players in both South Africa and Zimbabwe. Ndoro rose to prominence at Chicken Inn FC before becoming one of the most feared strikers in the region. 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 Citizen
04-08-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Chiefs face Stellies test as they look for Premiership lift
'If you look at the bigger picture of the project, they're heading in the right direction,' former Chiefs captain Willard Katsande told FarPost. Kaizer Chiefs face a difficult opening salvo in the Betway Premiership on Sunday, when they take on Steve Barker's Stellenbosch FC at the Cape Town Stadium. ALSO READ: Appollis chuffed with dream start to Pirates career Amakhosi had an unwanted weekend off due to their non-participation in the MTN8. This was after Nasreddine Nabi's side finished ninth in the Premiership last season. Never-say-die Stellies Stellenbosch, meanwhile, showed why they have developed a never-say-die reputation. Stellie saw off AmaZulu 3-2 after extra time on Sunday to set up an MTN8 semifinal against Sekhukhune United. Sanele Barns' brace and Langelihle Phili's extra time strike were enough to see off Arthur Zwane's Usuthu. Chiefs signed a host of new players in the off-season, while there were plenty of outgoings too. Nabi's side had a pre-season camp in the Netherlands. They then played the Toyota Cup against Asante Kotoko, losing on penalties after a goalless draw at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban. Chiefs played fairly well in Durban. But were haunted by problems of the past. They wasted opportunities to put the game to bed. It remains to be seen if Nabi is the man to turn their fortunes around in the Premiership. The Tunisian did lead Chiefs to their first trophy in a decade in the form of the 2024 Nedbank Cup. But Chiefs desperately need to mount more of a challenge at the top of the table this season. One man who does believe Chiefs are on the right path is their former skipper and midfield maestro Willard Katsande. 'Obviously everybody's entitled to their opinion, but if you look at the bigger picture of the project, they're heading in the right direction,' Katsande told FarPost. As for Chiefs' goalscoring problems, former Amakhosi assistant coach Farouk Khan believes they could look at signing free agents Zakhele Lepasa and Dzenan Zajmovic. Zajmovic scored 11 goals in all competitions for TS Galaxy last season, but they released him at the end of the campaign. Lepasa a 'good gamble' for Chiefs Lepasa, meanwhile, was released by Orlando Pirates ahead of the new season. 'If you look at Lepasa, he's more of a false nine coming from deep. He was injured most of last season, he didn't play one game for the complete duration. But we know Hugo Broos saw some quality, that's why he chose him for Bafana setup,' Khan told Soccerbeat's YouTube channel. 'I think if he's … free, it's a good gamble for me. ALSO READ: Sundowns reject offer for Mudau 'Zajmovic at Galaxy showed a lot of goal-scoring prowess, he's good in the air, good on the feet, good decision-making,' he added.
The Citizen
25-06-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Chiefs sign new midfielder Chislett
'I think the best opportunity would be to play in South Africa and represent South Africa, if that makes sense,' Chislett told FarPost in May. Ethan Chislett has signed for Kaizer Chiefs, according to multiple reports. Picture: James Bayliss – AMA Kaizer Chiefs have signed 26 year-old midfielder Ethan Chislett, according to multiple reports. FarPost were the first to report that Chislett had joined as a free agent on a two-year deal. Chislett was available after being released by English League Two side Port Vale at the end of the 2024/25 season. Born in Durban, attacking midfielder Chislett is the son of former Manning Rangers forward Donovan Chislett. His grandfather, Gordon Chislett, who passed away in January, played for South Africa at international level. 'I'm 26 now. I'm just going to put it simply. I want to play for South Africa. I think the unfortunate passing of my granddad, I'd have liked him to see me represent South Africa, but some things aren't meant to be,' Chislett told FarPost at the start of May. 'So, I think that's my burning desire – to represent South Africa. And I know you can do that anywhere in the world, but I think the best opportunity would be to play in South Africa and represent South Africa, if that makes sense.' Chislett played for Aldershot, AFC Wimbledon and Port Vale in England, making a total of 241 appearances, with 42 goals and 16 assists, according to transfermarkt. Amakhosi reinforcements Chiefs would be Chislett's first club in South Africa. Amakhosi are looking to reinforce their squad ahead of the new season having already released several players. Edmilson Dove, Sabelo Radebe, Njabulo Blom and Ranga Chivaviro have already been shown the door at Naturena.
