Booth back
Struggling Bafana Bafana respect Nigeria’s Super Eagles but were definitely not afraid of the Group D leaders in the 2010 World Cup-Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. This was according to Bafana coach Joel Santana, who stopped short of saying Nigeria will suffer their first defeat in the qualifiers against Bafana in Port Elizabeth on September 6. Click here for more
Itumeleng Khune talks on Web TV
In this Web TV report, listen as soccer’s golden boy Itumeleng Khune talks about his plans for the next season, why he will not be playing international football anytime soon and what he hopes to accomplish with young players... Click here for more
WEB TV: Itumeleng Khune talks about his disadvantaged background and his goals for this PSL season
WEB TV: Itumeleng Khune talks about his disadvantaged background and his goals for this PSL season
The Boys are back in town
After a stirring week at the home of the Red Devils in Manchester, 6 youngsters selected from the Shona Khona soccer life skills initiative have arrived back in South Africa. The players made such an impression at the Manchester United Soccer School that Lyle Johnson, Iyanda Mabani, and Phakiso Ratsui were presented with Player of the Day awards by the English coaches. Click here for more
Robinho close to move?
Madrid – Real Madrid forward Robinho will reportedly soon complete his desired transfer to English club Chelsea.
Chelsea chief executive Peter Kenyon is holding negotiations with Madrid officials in the Spanish capital and is set to agree a fee of close to E 40 million (about R456,5million) for the Brazilian, sports daily Marca reported yesterday. Click here for more
Chelsea chief executive Peter Kenyon is holding negotiations with Madrid officials in the Spanish capital and is set to agree a fee of close to E 40 million (about R456,5million) for the Brazilian, sports daily Marca reported yesterday. Click here for more
Soccer stars help unleash future talent
Budding soccer players had the opportunity to feed off soccer stars from yesteryear and some of the current big names on the soccer fields. Click here for more..
WEB TV: "It’s good to give back," says Pitso Mosimane, Play Soccer Ambassador
WEB TV: "It’s good to give back," says Pitso Mosimane, Play Soccer Ambassador
Shevchenko feeling blue
Milan – Andriy Shevchenko thanked Chelsea’s fans yesterday as he prepared to complete his return to AC Milan.
The 31-year-old striker is in Italy having a medical after the two clubs agreed terms on a deal to take him back to the Series A side. Click here for more
The 31-year-old striker is in Italy having a medical after the two clubs agreed terms on a deal to take him back to the Series A side. Click here for more
In the trenches
Sixteen Premiership teams will renew their hostilities when they kick off the Absa Premiership programme tomorrow.
Fifteen of the teams will be on the warpath to knock the defending league champions SuperSport United off their high pedestal. Click here for more
Fifteen of the teams will be on the warpath to knock the defending league champions SuperSport United off their high pedestal. Click here for more
Benni’s new tune
Bafana Bafana striker Benni McCarthy has expressed his commitment to the national team and has called on the country to rally behind the side and support national coach Joel Natalino Santana.
McCarthy said he is also tired of the negative reports about him and that he wants the nation to know that whenever he gets bad publicity questioning his commitment, it makes him feel like he is not a South African. Click here for more
McCarthy said he is also tired of the negative reports about him and that he wants the nation to know that whenever he gets bad publicity questioning his commitment, it makes him feel like he is not a South African. Click here for more
Terry leads England
London – England coach Fabio Capello has named Chelsea’s John Terry as his captain.
Defender Terry, 27, who succeeded David Beckham as skipper after the 2006 World Cup, was given the nod ahead of Manchester United’s Rio Ferdinand. Click here for more
Defender Terry, 27, who succeeded David Beckham as skipper after the 2006 World Cup, was given the nod ahead of Manchester United’s Rio Ferdinand. Click here for more
Teko’s magic
A piece of magic from playmaker Teko Modise in the 58th minute earned Bafana Bafana a hard fought 2-2 draw in a friendly international at the Loftus Road Stadium, London last night.
Modise’s goal was the highlight of a hard fought friendly. But Bafana coach Joel Santana left with more questions than answers. Click here for more
Modise’s goal was the highlight of a hard fought friendly. But Bafana coach Joel Santana left with more questions than answers. Click here for more
Nigeria a step closer to Olympic gold
Beijing – On paper Nigeria are favourites to beat Belgium in the semifinals of the men’s football tournament of the Beijing Olympics, but the underdogs tag could inspire Jean-Francois de Sart’s side to win.
They meet at Shanghai Stadium at 6pm [noon, SA time] today.
But against Belgium, Nigeria engage a team that is highly motivated after edging out Italy 3-2 in the quarterfinals at the Workers Stadium on Saturday. The Italians were among hot favourites to win the gold medal. Click here for more
They meet at Shanghai Stadium at 6pm [noon, SA time] today.
But against Belgium, Nigeria engage a team that is highly motivated after edging out Italy 3-2 in the quarterfinals at the Workers Stadium on Saturday. The Italians were among hot favourites to win the gold medal. Click here for more
Bafana’s nemesis
Bafana Bafana hope to end the domination of Australia’s Socceroos over them during their friendly at Loftus Road Stadium in London tonight.
This 8pm clash will be one the South Africans will want to win against the Socceroos since the 2010 Fifa World Cup hosts’ return to the international arena in 1992. Click here for more
This 8pm clash will be one the South Africans will want to win against the Socceroos since the 2010 Fifa World Cup hosts’ return to the international arena in 1992. Click here for more
Advantage Sundowns
But away goal boosts United
Mamelodi Sundowns went a long way towards securing a spot in the final of the MTN 8 when they won the first leg of the semifinal against SuperSport United 2-1 at Super Stadium in Atteridgeville. Click here for more..
Mamelodi Sundowns went a long way towards securing a spot in the final of the MTN 8 when they won the first leg of the semifinal against SuperSport United 2-1 at Super Stadium in Atteridgeville. Click here for more..
10-man Belgium end Italy’s Olympic dream
Shenyang – Italy suffered a stunning 3-2 quarterfinal defeat against 10-man Belgium in Olympic soccer on Saturday while Brazil and titleholders Argentina both won in extra-time to set up a semifinal meeting.
Lionel Messi set up one goal and scored the other in Argentina’s 2-1 win over the Netherlands and Brazil beat Cameroon 2-0 to avenge their traumatic quarterfinal defeat against the Africans in Sydney eight years ago. Click here for more
Lionel Messi set up one goal and scored the other in Argentina’s 2-1 win over the Netherlands and Brazil beat Cameroon 2-0 to avenge their traumatic quarterfinal defeat against the Africans in Sydney eight years ago. Click here for more
POOR BIRDS
Kaizer Chiefs looks set to clip Moroka Swallows’ wings in what is bound to be an exciting Soweto derby in the MTN 8 first leg semifinal at Loftus tomorrow at 8.15pm. Click here for more
Bafana shake-up
Joel Santana, beleaguered Bafana Bafana coach, has roped Europe-based Matthew Pattison and Dean Furman into the team to play a friendly against Australia.
The duo were yesterday included in the team to face the Socceroos at Loftus Road Stadium in London next Tuesday. Click here for more
The duo were yesterday included in the team to face the Socceroos at Loftus Road Stadium in London next Tuesday. Click here for more
DEADLOCKED
The matter between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates over striker Siphelele Mthembu has been postponed because the two parties failed to find common ground.
The decision was taken by the Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC) at the league’s offices chaired by PSL prosecutor Zola “Javass” Majavu . Click here for more
The decision was taken by the Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC) at the league’s offices chaired by PSL prosecutor Zola “Javass” Majavu . Click here for more
SILVER LINING TO PLAYER'S INJURY CLOUD
A former Manchester United player whose career was ended when when he was injured in a tackle has been awarded more than £4,5million (about R67,3 million) in compensation.
Ben Collett, 23, broke his leg in a reserve game against Middlesbrough five years ago, at the age of 18. Boro player Gary Smith and his club admitted liability for the injury. Click here for more
Ben Collett, 23, broke his leg in a reserve game against Middlesbrough five years ago, at the age of 18. Boro player Gary Smith and his club admitted liability for the injury. Click here for more
BIRDS TALK TOUGH
Promise to send Chiefs packing
Moroka Swallows’ public relations officer Siya Sangweni has vowed that Kaizer Chiefs will see a replay of their nightmare against Manchester United when they take on the Birds in the first leg of the MTN 8 semifinals this weekend. Click here for more
Moroka Swallows’ public relations officer Siya Sangweni has vowed that Kaizer Chiefs will see a replay of their nightmare against Manchester United when they take on the Birds in the first leg of the MTN 8 semifinals this weekend. Click here for more
BRAZIL, GERMANS IN LAST 8
Beijing – Favourites Brazil and Germany got their Olympic women’s football campaigns back on track with second round wins on Saturday while Norway ensured themselves a place in the quarterfinals.
Hosts China were held to a 1-1 draw by Olympic newcomers Canada and they remain locked together at the top of Group E. Click here for more...
Hosts China were held to a 1-1 draw by Olympic newcomers Canada and they remain locked together at the top of Group E. Click here for more...
DOWNS MAKE IT
Mamelodi Sundowns scored a hard-earned 1-0 victory over Free State Stars in the quarterfinals of the MTN 8 Knockout at Super Stadium yesterday. The goal was scored by Katlego Mphela in the 107th minute of extra time after both sides were level at 0-0 at full time. Click here for more
MESSI STARS FOR ARGENTINA
Striker Lionel Messi starred for Argentina in their opening Olympic victory after his club Barcelona cleared him to play.
The 21-year-old put the champions ahead and created another goal in the 2-1 win over the Ivory Coast yesterday. Click here for more
The 21-year-old put the champions ahead and created another goal in the 2-1 win over the Ivory Coast yesterday. Click here for more
RONALDO IS STAYING PUT
Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that he will remain a Manchester United player for “at least one more year”.
The 23-year-old Portugal winger had frequently expressed his desire to leave for Spanish champions Real Madrid this summer. Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that he will remain a Manchester United player for “at least one more year”. Click here for more
The 23-year-old Portugal winger had frequently expressed his desire to leave for Spanish champions Real Madrid this summer. Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that he will remain a Manchester United player for “at least one more year”. Click here for more
A HEAVY BURDEN
Pressure is mounting on the expensively assembled Mamelodi Sundowns to tear Free State Stars to pieces during their opening MTN 8 match at Super Stadium on Sunday.
This after The Brazilians were forced to go for an early shower in the season-opening Telkom Charity Cup in Mmabatho last Saturday where the youthful Kaizer Chiefs defeated them in the second semifinal. Click here for more
This after The Brazilians were forced to go for an early shower in the season-opening Telkom Charity Cup in Mmabatho last Saturday where the youthful Kaizer Chiefs defeated them in the second semifinal. Click here for more
BUCS ON A HIGH
Orlando Pirates’ coach Rudolph Krol said his side will go for the jugular when they host SuperSport United in the quarterfinals of the MTN 8 knockout competition at Johannesburg Stadium tomorrow night. Click here for more
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UNITED'S HOPES RAINED OUT
Manchester – It did not rain for SuperSport United’s Under-15 side yesterday, it poured.
Incessant rain at the Carrington ground in Manchester meant the junior Matsatsantsa were all but ruled out of the knockout stages of the Manchester United Premier Cup world finals after losing 3-0 to Italy’s Juventus and drawing 0-0 with Central United of New Zealand. Click here for more
Incessant rain at the Carrington ground in Manchester meant the junior Matsatsantsa were all but ruled out of the knockout stages of the Manchester United Premier Cup world finals after losing 3-0 to Italy’s Juventus and drawing 0-0 with Central United of New Zealand. Click here for more
WAFA-WAFA
Top 8 winners to get R8m
The MTN 8, the newly introduced knockout competition that is sponsored to the tune of R400 million, is bound to be the fiercest top eight competition yet and there will be no favours.
The tournament, known as Wafa-Wafa, will be contested by the Absa Premiership teams that finish in the top eight bracket. Click here for more
The MTN 8, the newly introduced knockout competition that is sponsored to the tune of R400 million, is bound to be the fiercest top eight competition yet and there will be no favours.
The tournament, known as Wafa-Wafa, will be contested by the Absa Premiership teams that finish in the top eight bracket. Click here for more
BUCS ON THE RISE
Coach Krol confident after cup win
Orlando Pirates coach Ruud Krol believes his charges are gradually coming together. He said this after the Bucs beat Kaizer Chiefs 1-0 to win the 23rd edition of the Telkom Charity Cup at Mmabatho Stadium in Mafikeng on Saturday. Click here for more
HALALA MZANSI
Amabinneplaas pip Mambas
The South African development soccer team successfully defended the Cosafa senior challenge cup when they beat Mozambique 2-1 at Thulamahashe Stadium in Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga yesterday. Click here for more
The South African development soccer team successfully defended the Cosafa senior challenge cup when they beat Mozambique 2-1 at Thulamahashe Stadium in Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga yesterday. Click here for more
Sundowns drop 3 top players
No sooner had Mamelodi Sundowns announced they had put three of their players on transfer, than other PSL teams started circling around Chloorkop. Click here for more
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