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The South African
2 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
'Mayele will score against Sundowns' – Khanye makes CAF CL final prediction
Former Kaizer Chiefs attacker Junior Khanye has predicted Mamelodi Sundowns to lose the CAF Champions League final to Pyramids on Sunday. The two teams play in the second leg of the final on Sunday evening after the first leg ended 0-0 in Pretoria last weekend. Masandawana need to win or force a scoring draw to win their first CAF CL title in nine years. This is the third time the Brazilians have managed to reach the final of the competition. Speaking on iDiski TV, Khanye felt Sundowns were less confident going into the final 'Sundowns were supposed to win here (at home), so going away is not going to be easy. As I said when the Champions League started, Sundowns will never win it. They have quality players and they are a quality team but going to the game, they don't have the confidence to win away,' he said. 'Personally, I don't think they will trouble Pyramids. They will have their moment, but their coach…' The former winger said the match will likely finish 0-0 after extra time or end with Pyramids winning. 'I see the game finishing 0-0 or it will end 2-1. Sundowns will probably score but won't win the game. Mayele is going to score tomorrow, he will score the winning goal.' 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
7 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Hugo Broos sends a message to Kaizer Chiefs
All Kaizer Chiefs players will be watching Bafana Bafana on TV again. Coach Hugo Broos confirmed this after naming his squad to face Tanzania and Mozambique in two international friendlies next month. Bafana will host Tanzania, nicknamed the Taifa Stars, on 6 June at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane. The second game against The Mambas, better known as Mozambique, will be on June 10th. Unveiling his 23-man squad, Broos provided an interesting reason as to why Kaizer Chiefs players have been excluded from the calls. Kaizer Chiefs team vs Stellenbosch FC at the Athlone Stadium. Image: SuperSport Website 'For me, at the moment I don't think I can select Kaizer Chiefs players, and I hope that they have a better season next year,' said Broos via FARPost . 'Yes, they've won the Nedbank Cup, but I think that was the only highlight of their season; the rest was not so good. So I don't think Kaizer Chiefs supporters are happy with winning just the cup. 'We have to be honest, and I don't have anything against Kaizer Chiefs, but I have to be honest with my choices. 'Most of the time, it hasn't been good for Chiefs; otherwise, a team like Kaizer Chiefs can't be number nine. They have to be number three, two, or one. It's up to them to make good performances next season, and play like I expect of a top team,' Broos added. 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
8 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Two youngsters leave Kaizer Chiefs
The Kaizer Chiefs academy has made headlines this week. Two well-known DStv Diski Challenge (DDC) players have said goodbye to Naturena. The names Ntandoyenkosi Nkosi and Siphesihle Tati are no longer associated with the Glamour Boys. The news followed after the duo helped the young Kaizer Chiefs team to the 2024/2025 DDC title. According to local reports, both Nkosi and Tati are heading for the Betway Premiership club TS Galaxy. The duo is following the foot paths of two former Kaizer Chiefs teammates Khulumani Ndamane and Puso Dithejane, who established themself at the Mbombela club. Ntandoyenkosi Nkosi 'We bid an emotional farewell to our Reserves captain, Ntandoyenkosi Nkosi — a true leader both on and off the pitch,' the club said. Ntandoyenkosi Nkosi in the 2024/2025 DStv Diski Challenge championship. Image: kaizerchiefsyouth/Instagram 'From rising through our Youth Academy ranks to leading the Kaizer Chiefs Reserves with heart, discipline, and pride — Ntando has left a mark that will live far beyond the final whistle. 'Your journey has been nothing short of inspiring. You led with courage, played with passion, and wore the armband like it was woven into your soul. We thank you for your service to the badge, your leadership in the locker room, and the unforgettable moments in gold & black. 'All the best in your next chapter, Captain,' Kaizer Chiefs concluded. 'As the 2024/25 season comes to a close, we bid farewell to one of our own — Sihle Tati,' the club said. 'From his first touch in gold & black to his final whistle with the badge on his chest, he's represented our Youth Development with pride, discipline, and passion. Siphesihle Tati plays his part in the 2024/25 DStv Diski Challenge (DDC) title success. Image: kaizerchiefsyouth/Instagram 'Thank you for your dedication, growth, and unforgettable moments. We're proud of your journey and can't wait to see where football takes you next. 'Once a Khosi, Always a Khosi,' the noted concluded. In the meantime, TS Galaxy are reportedly set to announce the signings of both Nkosi and Tati before the start of the 2025/26 Betway Premieship. 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.
TimesLIVE
11 hours ago
- Sport
- TimesLIVE
Vela Khumalo to coach Bafana Cosafa Cup team
Vela Khumalo has been appointed as Bafana Bafana coach for the forthcoming Cosafa Cup in Bloemfontein. He will be assisted by former Kaizer Chiefs player Reneilwe Letsholonyane with Molefi Ntseki as technical adviser for the regional tournament to be held from June 4-15. Khumalo, who is also the South African Under-17 men's national team coach, selected some of the players who were in Bafana's preliminary squad for friendlies against Tanzania and Mozambique next week. He also picked players who will be considered to represent the country during the 2025 African Nations Championship (Chan) tournament to be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania in August. 'We are looking forward to this tournament and we're playing in Bloemfontein and we cannot compromise the team,' he said.
The Citizen
12 hours ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Blom leaves Kaizer Chiefs as squad overhaul begins
Chiefs are expected to announce more player departures as the squad overhaul continues ahead of the upcoming season. Njabulo Blom will return to the US after his loan spell with Kaizer Chiefs. Photo: Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix Kaizer Chiefs have announced that Njabulo Blom will return to his parent club, St. Louis City SC, in the United States of America after completing his loan spell with Amakhosi. Blom rejoined Chiefs at the beginning of September 2024 'under an agreement to spend a season at his boyhood club in the Betway Premiership'. ALSO READ: Bafana's Broos – I can't select Chiefs players 'After donning the famous Gold & Black jersey for the second time in his career, the Dobsonville-born player departs Amakhosi with a Nedbank Cup gold medal. And we wish him all the best in Major League Soccer (MLS),' read a statement from Chiefs. Chiefs also release Radebe Blom becomes the second player to leave Amakhosi after the club announced on Thursday that they had parted ways with attacking midfielder Sabelo 'Bibo' Radebe. 'Radebe, now 25, joined Amakhosi as a teenager and progressed through the junior ranks in the Kaizer Chiefs Youth Development Academy before moving up to the reserve team in the 2017/18 season. 'He signed after earning a spot in the senior team in the 2020/21 season, following an impressive performance in the DStv Diski Challenge. 'Last season, he had a one year loan spell at KwaZulu-Natal based, Richards Bay FC. We wish 'Bibo' all the best in his future endeavours,' read the club statement. More players on the chopping block Chiefs are expected to announce more player departures as they continue the squad overhaul ahead of the upcoming season. Mduduzi Mdantsane and Donay Jansen, who pent last season out on loan, are also unlikely to feature in Nasreddine Nabi's plans for the 2025/26 campaign. ALSO READ: AmaZulu release Bafana Bafana goalkeeper – report Other players who are reportedly not on Nabi's plans are Edmilson Dove, Edson Castillo, Samkelo Zwane, Happy Mashiane, George Matlou and Tebogo Potsane. European clubs are said to have shown interest from goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari.
