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The Citizen
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Sundowns duo dominate PSL awards
Ribeiro was also in fine form in the period concerned with the Brazilian scoring three goals. Miguel Cardoso, Head coach of Mamelodi Sundowns celebrates with the trophy after a Betway Premiership 2024/25 match against Magesi FC at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on 18 May 2025 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix Mamelodi Sundowns are ending the season in style, with head coach Miguel Cardoso and star forward Lucas Ribeiro once again clinching the Betway Premiership Monthly Awards for May 2025. The duo emerged victorious which was the third time they've done the double this past season. Cardoso steered the Tshwane giants to a flawless run in May, winning all five league fixtures as Sundowns wrapped up their eighth consecutive league title. ALSO READ: Riveiro says he's delighted to join 'European club' Al-Ahly The Portuguese edged out strong competition from Richards Bay's Ronnie Gabriel and former Orlando Pirates boss Jose Riveiro to win the monthly award. Ribeiro was also in fine form in the period concerned with the Brazilian scoring three goals. They came in the 3–0 win over Stellenbosch FC and a brace in the final match of the season which was 2–0 victory over Magesi FC. His stellar performances earned him the accolade to edge out teammates Iqraam Rayners and Marcello Allende who also played a key role in Sundowns' title run. ALSO READ: Andre Arendse addresses SuperSport sale rumours To cap off a good month, Ribeiro also bagged the Goal of the Month for his composed finish against Magesi FC which was also his third accolade this season in this catagory.
The Irish Sun
7 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Mum-of-three, 31, killed & dumped in piranha-infested river by ex with body still missing in Brazil
A MAN was caught on CCTV putting his former wife's body in the boot of a car before coldly dumping it in a piranha-infested river. Amanda Caroline de Almeida was strangled to death last week by Carlos Eduardo de Souza Ribeiro, who confessed to the murder and to dumping her body in a river in Brazil's São Paulo state. 3 Amanda Caroline de Almeida was tragically killed in Brazil by her ex-husband, the father of their three children Credit: Newsflash 3 Carlos Eduardo de Souza Ribeiro confessed to killing Almeida and disposing of her body by throwing it into a river Credit: Newsflash 3 Almeida revealed to friends that she had been brutally beaten by Ribeiro just weeks before her murder Credit: Newsflash Distressing footage, recorded in the early hours of last Tuesday, shows Ribeiro, 35, and his brother carrying the victim's body in a sheet. The killer and his brother can be seen manhandling the body, attempting to position it to fit into the car's boot before driving off to dispose of it in the Tietê River. Ribeiro admitted to strangling his wife on May 19 after she refused to reconcile following their separation two months earlier, police reported. Friends told local media that six weeks earlier, Ribeiro had brutally beaten Almeida for leaving him, but she chose not to report him to protect their three children from further distress. Read more world news Ribeiro was arrested on May 21, while his 38-year-old brother, who has not been named, was detained a day later. Police said: "Two men have been arrested in for femicide and concealment of a corpse. "The search continues to locate the victim's body." Almeida's body has not yet been recovered. Most read in The US Sun The Tietê River, located in Brazil's state of São Paulo, is notorious for its poor water quality and is known to be infested with piranhas. Several months ago, 15 swimmers were forced to flee the river covered in blood when they were attacked by a school of piranha fish. James Argent Receives Suspended Sentence After Assault on Girlfriend in Spain On the night she was murdered, Almeida was returning home from an evening out when she noticed her ex-husband's car parked near her house. She asked to be dropped off at a distance, hoping he would leave by the time she arrived. Tragically, she was never seen again. Her three children, aged 17, 7 and 5, are now in the care of family members. Domestic violence against women has long been a widespread issue in Brazil. National data since 2021 indicates a troubling rise in cases of violence targeting women. In response, the Brazilian government took a significant step in 2024 by designating domestic violence as an exception to repatriation under the Hague Convention. This move was widely recognised as a landmark decision aimed at safeguarding victims of domestic abuse, including women and children. If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or chat at
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Mum-of-three, 31, killed & dumped in piranha-infested river by ex with body still missing in Brazil
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MAN was caught on CCTV putting his former wife's body in the boot of a car before coldly dumping it in a piranha-infested river. Amanda Caroline de Almeida was strangled to death last week by Carlos Eduardo de Souza Ribeiro, who confessed to the murder and to dumping her body in a river in Brazil's São Paulo state. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Amanda Caroline de Almeida was tragically killed in Brazil by her ex-husband, the father of their three children Credit: Newsflash 3 Carlos Eduardo de Souza Ribeiro confessed to killing Almeida and disposing of her body by throwing it into a river Credit: Newsflash 3 Almeida revealed to friends that she had been brutally beaten by Ribeiro just weeks before her murder Credit: Newsflash Distressing footage, recorded in the early hours of last Tuesday, shows Ribeiro, 35, and his brother carrying the victim's body in a sheet. The killer and his brother can be seen manhandling the body, attempting to position it to fit into the car's boot before driving off to dispose of it in the Tietê River. Ribeiro admitted to strangling his wife on May 19 after she refused to reconcile following their separation two months earlier, police reported. Friends told local media that six weeks earlier, Ribeiro had brutally beaten Almeida for leaving him, but she chose not to report him to protect their three children from further distress. Read more world news LOVER'S TIFF Macron reveals reason why wife SHOVED him in face in embarrassing clip Ribeiro was arrested on May 21, while his 38-year-old brother, who has not been named, was detained a day later. Police said: "Two men have been arrested in for femicide and concealment of a corpse. "The search continues to locate the victim's body." Almeida's body has not yet been recovered. The Tietê River, located in Brazil's state of São Paulo, is notorious for its poor water quality and is known to be infested with piranhas. Several months ago, 15 swimmers were forced to flee the river covered in blood when they were attacked by a school of piranha fish. James Argent Receives Suspended Sentence After Assault on Girlfriend in Spain On the night she was murdered, Almeida was returning home from an evening out when she noticed her ex-husband's car parked near her house. She asked to be dropped off at a distance, hoping he would leave by the time she arrived. Tragically, she was never seen again. Her three children, aged 17, 7 and 5, are now in the care of family members. Domestic violence against women has long been a widespread issue in Brazil. National data since 2021 indicates a troubling rise in cases of violence targeting women. In response, the Brazilian government took a significant step in 2024 by designating domestic violence as an exception to repatriation under the Hague Convention. This move was widely recognised as a landmark decision aimed at safeguarding victims of domestic abuse, including women and children. If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or chat at
IOL News
26-05-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Zwane lauds Mofokeng's impact despite Ribeiro's likely Footballer of the Season win
Orlando Pirates' Relebohile Mofokeng should be considered amongst the favourites to win the PSL Player of the Season award. Photo: Backpagepix Image: Backpagepix AmaZulu head coach Arthur Zwane believes Lucas Ribeiro's impressive numbers make him the obvious favourite for the PSL Footballer of the Season award — but it's Orlando Pirates teenager Relebohile Mofokeng who has left the biggest impression on him. Mofokeng has quietly become the engine behind the Buccaneers' season, registering 12 goals and 14 assists in 47 matches across all competitions. While Ribeiro's 20 goals and 13 assists helped steer Mamelodi Sundowns to a record-extending league title, Zwane feels Mofokeng's influence at Pirates deserves greater recognition — particularly considering his age and the responsibility he's carried. 'I don't want to sound controversial but I think Rele has carried Orlando Pirates this season,' Zwane said. 'You look at Ribeiro, obviously Sundowns won the league so it's obviously Ribeiro. But as a youngster and looking at what Rele has done by carrying a team the size of Pirates was something else.' 5' - Relebohile Mofokeng's two goals within the opening five minutes represent the quickest league brace by an Orlando Pirates player in PSL history. Fast. — OptaJabu (@OptaJabu) March 16, 2025 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 ✕ Mofokeng's rise has coincided with a turbulent campaign for Pirates, who were initially in contention for a domestic treble and a continental title under José Riveiro, before falling short in all but one competition — the MTN8. Still, Mofokeng's stock has only risen. He played with composure and flair in some of the season's biggest fixtures — including the Soweto Derby and CAF Champions League knockout ties — often being the player to drive momentum in attack. 'It was amazing to watch and we need players like him so his peers are able to see him performing at that level and now he's definitely going to the World Cup,' Zwane continued. 'I'm not picking him (for Bafana) but looking at how coach Broos does things and how he's integrated him, there's no doubt from me that he's gonna make the AFCON squad and the World Cup squad.' Zwane's comments come at a time when many have questioned Pirates' over-reliance on youth this season. However, Mofokeng has consistently responded with maturity and quality — earning plaudits from opposition coaches and neutrals alike. When Saleng has a great season supported by award went the other way but now we are told about Ribeiro's stats as the decider. Relebohile Mofokeng is the 2024-25 Footballer of the other one can win the top goal scorer award! — Sandile (@MsandraSandza) May 23, 2025
The Citizen
25-05-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Mama and Ribeiro expresses disappointment at Pyramids FC draw
'Yes, we're disappointed with the result. I mean it's our first final in so many years and we expected to win,' said Maema. Lucas Ribeiro Costa of Mamelodi Sundowns after the CAF Champions League 2024/25 final match against Pyramids at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on 24 May 2025 ©Nokwanda Zondi/BackpagePix The disappointment was visible on the faces of Mamelodi Sundowns players as they left Loftus Versfeld following a frustrating 1-1 draw against Pyramids FC in the first leg of the CAF Champions League. Only Denis Onyango, Lucas Ribeiro, and Neo Maema stopped to speak in the mixed zone that was designated for the media. Sundowns' Maema – 'We expected to win' Ribeiro had put the Brazilians ahead early in the second half, but Walid El Karti levelled the score deep into stoppage time. Maema couldn't hide his frustration at the missed chance of taking the narrow advantage into next Sunday's return leg in Egypt. ALSO READ: OPINION – Nabi is wrong, Chiefs' league position is inexcusable 'Yes, we're disappointed with the result. I mean it's our first final in so many years and we expected to win,' said Maema, who replaced Arthur Sales with 12 minutes left to play. 'We were playing at home and we wanted the advantage but it's unfortunate. This is a final and I feel like we just need to go and regroup, make sure that we have in ourselves to support each other because it's only a game of 90 minutes so we have to go and play for our lives. 'We're obviously disappointed but we also know that there's still another game to play for so we can only do our best to make sure that we get the results. Mistakes happen and we know that they are a team that plays with crosses and yes, it's just a disappointing result.' Meanwhile, Ribeiro urged his teammates to regroup and complete the job away from home. The influential midfielder also acknowledged the challenges of competing in the Champions League. 'We have to stay strong' 'I'm very happy with the team today because we fought together and I'm happy I scored the goal but the job is not finished,' Ribeiro added. 'We will go to that side in Egypt and finish it on that side. I'm very happy. It's difficult to concede the goal in the last minute but for me this is football. ALSO READ: OPINION: Cardoso must take responsibility for Sundowns' missed opportunity 'Every game in the Champions League is very difficult because tactically you don't have the space to play but in the second game, we have to stay strong and go that side to be champions.'
