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Orlando Pirates target Thabo Moloisane transfer from Stellenbosch FC
Orlando Pirates are actively pursuing Stellenbosch FC defender Thabo Moloisane, despite his contract running until June 2026, as they await developments in his situation. Picture: Alche Greef/BackpagePix Image: Alche Greef/BackpagePix Orlando Pirates are still hoping to bag the signature Stellenbosch FC defender Thabo Moloisane, according to reports. Soccer Laduma reports that Pirates are still trying to sign the player, despite the latest developments which point to the move not happening. Moloisane was nominated for Betway Premiership Defender of the Season at the upcoming PSL awards at the end of the month. His contract with Stellies actually runs until the end of June 2026, but that has seemingly not deterred the Soweto Giants. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Pirates Eyeing Moloisane Amid Contract Talks with Stellenbosch 'Pirates are still very much in for Moloisane,' a source told the Siya crew. 'They are aware of his contract situation and are waiting to see how things unfold with Stellenbosch. He is one of the main targets,' the source added. Premier Soccer League Announces 2024/2025 Awards Nominees The Premier Soccer League (PSL) on Tuesday confirmed the nominees for the 2024/2025 PSL Awards. The awards will take place on July 29, at 7pm, on the SuperSport PSL channel and on SABC Sport. In the headline event, the Footballer of the Season award will be contested by Sekhukhune United's Keletso Makgalwa, Relebohile Mofokeng of Pirates, and Mamelodi Sundowns' Lucas Ribeiro Costa. The Betway Premiership Players Player of the Season will also come from one of the same three players. The Betway Premiership Coach of the Season award will come from Stellenbosch FC's Steve Barker, Sundowns' Miguel Cardoso, and Pirates' José Riveiro. In the Premiership Young Player of the Season award, the Pirates duo of Relebohile Mofokeng and Mohau Nkota will battle it out against Sundowns star Malibongwe Khoza. Meanwhile, the Carling Knockout Player of the Tournament will come from one of Magesi FC duo of Elvis Chipezeze and Edmore Chirambadare, and Sundowns' Iqraam Rayners. In the Nedbank Cup Player of the Tournament category, all three nominees — Inacio Miguel, Pule Mmodi, and Gaston Sirino — come from Kaizer Chiefs. Meanwhile, the Nedbank Cup Most Promising Player category is dominated by Orlando Pirates, with nominations for Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Relebohile Mofokeng, and Mohau Nkota. @Michael_Sherman IOL Sport
The South African
3 hours ago
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- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs news: R20 million in the bank and 10 strikers
Kaizer Chiefs have lost not just a captain in Yusuf Maart but also the heartbeat of coach Nasreddine Nabi's central midfield and team expression. Since the 29-year-old from Atlantis renewed his deal with the club in May, Kaizer Chiefs have earned a transfer fee that should significantly boost the club's transfer budget, particularly for the marquee target Feisal Salum from Azam FC in Tanzania. As reported on Tuesday, Maart was announced by Ried after passing his medical test at the weekend. PSL star sends a serious message to Orlando Pirates midfielder Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Yusuf Maart warms up at the Athlone Stadium before facing Cape Town City FC in the Betway Premiership. Image: Sowetan According to the German football transfers and player value assessors, Transfermarkt, Maart's move from Kaizer Chiefs to SV Ried was worth €1.00m… Full story here. 'Orlando Pirates didn't sign players to compete with Sundowns' Kaizer Chiefs have a striker to challenge the 2025/26 Betway Premiership with. He is Flavio Silva from Guinea-Bissau. Silva, who signed on a free transfer after leaving Persebaya Surabaya in Indonesia, has chosen jersey number 77 on his back. Looking at the list of striker's that have come and gone at Kaizer Chiefs, the total is no less than 10. Here's the full list since 2020: Samir Nurkovic Leonardo Castro Lazarous Kambole… Full story and list here. 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
4 hours ago
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- The South African
'Orlando Pirates didn't sign players to compete with Sundowns'
Orlando Pirates won the big race to sign Oswin Appollis ahead of Soweto and Betway Premiership rivals Kaizer Chiefs. The 23-year-old from Bishop Lavis, Cape Town, who had six goals and nine assists in 59 games for Polowane, is a big contender to become a regular starter at Orlando Pirates. According to the former Bucs midfielder, Aubrey 'Sense of Knowledge' Lekwane, Appollis is destined for success at Orlando Pirates. Kaizer Chiefs news: Bafana winger and new number 10 Oswin Appollis in action for Polokwane City in the 2024/25 Betway Premiership season. Image: djbrian/Instagram 'The way he plays, his style suits Pirates' play. He is also quick in terms of attacking and coming back to defend. He is also a good player in terms of technique and tactical,' Lekwane told FARPost . Kaizer Chiefs news: Lost relationship and new midfielder 'I foresee a lot of potential in him, and I hope he is not going to be ruled by fear. He will be a better player at Orlando Pirates. 'Orlando Pirates didn't sign players to compete with Sundowns but to improve the team. They also want to compete in all competitions, especially CAF [Champions League] as it is a bigger target these days than the league,' he 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
4 hours ago
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- The South African
PSL star sends a serious message to Orlando Pirates midfielder
Sipho Mbule, one of the most beloved players in the local game, has joined Orlando Pirates ahead of next season's Betway Premiership term. As a measure to manage Mbule's reported ill-discipline towards alcohol, Sundowns loaned the 27-year-old to Sekhukhune United before the start of last season. Three months before the end of his loan spell, Sekhukhune released the Bethlehem-born star for continued unprofessional behaviour. In came Orlando Pirates with a surprising announcement of the player known as 'Master Chef.' 'Orlando Pirates didn't sign players to compete with Sundowns' Orlando Pirates players Sipho Mbule and Evidence Makgopa training at the Rand Stadium. Images: @orlandopirates/X 'I only congratulated him, wished him well, he's a good footballer, I'm a fan of his talent and what he is capable of doing,' Linda Mntambo told iDiski Times . Kaizer Chiefs news: Bafana winger and new number 10 'Hopefully he gets there and takes care of himself, does well and just pay back to the people who love to see him play, the people who are supporting him, like myself, I want to see him winning,' Mntambo. 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
4 hours ago
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- The South African
Kaizer Chiefs news: Bafana winger and new number 10
Kaizer Chiefs target Mihlali Mayambela is seemingly remaining with Aris Limassol in Cyprus. The 28-year-old was heavily linked with a return to Amakhosi this winter. Before moving to Sweden's Djurgården aged 18, Mayambela played professional football in the Motsepe Foundation Championship with Cape Town All Stars. The former Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates development player became a journeyman abroad via countries like Portugal, Israel and Cyprus in the Middle East. Kaizer Chiefs news: Lost relationship and new midfielder Mihlali Mayambela in action for Bafana Bafana at the FNB Stadium. Image: @ In Cyprus, with Limassol during the 2024/25 season, Mayambela played 23 times with four goals and five assists. According to this update, his club, Limassol, expected far more than Kaizer Chiefs expected for a player with one year left on his contract… Full story here. Orlando Pirates respond to R120m Mofokeng news This new Kaizer Chiefs attacker has never played in Mzansi but was born in Durban 26 years ago before establishing his entire professional career in England. Chislett made a name for himself with standout performances at clubs like AFC Wimbledon and Port Vale, where he became known for his goal contributions and playmaking ability. Now back in South Africa after joining Kaizer Chiefs on a two-year deal, the versatile Chislett has revealed his favoured playing position. Speaking to the club's media, Chislett was asked to describe himself as a footballer. 'Versatile midfielder, can sit deep, play further forward and wide right, even striker a few times, although more in a 'false 9' role,' he said… Full story here. 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.
