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Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Mihlali Baleka

Multimedia Journalist, Sport

Watch VideoIqraam Rayners had fall to rise

Mamelodi Sundowns striker Iqraam Rayners had to overcome early hardships in the early days of his top-flight career, and that's why he's now reaping the rewards.

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Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs, orlando Pirates have all to play for in the Nedbank Cup final

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates will meet in a cup final via the Nedbank Cup for the first time since 2014, and that 's why we look at why the clash will be important for both sides.

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Orlando Pirates keep Premiership hopes alive with gritty win Over Golden Arrows

Oralndo Pirates are not giving up on the Betway Premiership race without a fight as they beat Golden Arrows 2-1 on Tuesday night to also take a huge morale booster to the Nedbank Cup final against Kaizer Chiefs at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday.

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Watch VideoWe could have done better as a team, says Kaizer Chiefs defender Miguel

Kaizer Chiefs defender Inacio Miguel is not reading too much into the team reaching the Nedbank Cup as he feels that they could have done better in other competitions as well.

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Watch VideoMoses Mabhida Stadium will be the place to be for the Nedbank Cup final

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates have bitter-sweet memories of Moses Mabhida Stadium in cup competitions, but with the latter having made the stadium a fortress recently, they'll be high on confidence in the Nedbank Cup final on Saturday when the two teams meet.

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Watch VideoOrlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro vows they'll keep up in the title race

Coach Jose Riveiro says the title race is not yet over, and that's why they can't afford to drop points against Golden Arrows in Durban on Tuesday night.

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Watch VideoI like the pressure of playing for Kaizer Chiefs, says Gaston Sirino as Nedbank Cup final looms

Kaizer Chiefs' midfielder Gaston Sirino says he's happy at the club, and that's why he doesn't regret crossing the floor after arriving in SA to join Mamelodi Sundowns.

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EXCLUSIVE | Shongwe prays for a divine intervention for Kaizer Chiefs in Nedbank Cup final

Kaizer Chiefs legendary goalkeeper William Shongwe says the Nedbank Cup can revive the team's season, and that's why they could use the all the help they can get to beat Orlando Pirates in the final.

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I am not nervous and don't provoke me, says Kaizer Chiefs' Nabi after Soweto Derby loss

Coach Nasreddine Nabi says Kaizer Chiefs will evaluate the progress of the process at the end of the season. And that's why people must refrain from asking him about his future until then.

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Jose Riveiro makes history as Orlando Pirates outclass Kaizer Chiefs in Derby warm-up for final

Orlando Pirates completed a Betway Premiership derby over their arch-rivals Kaizer Chiefs at FNB Stadium on Saturday. Below we look at the five talking points from the match.

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Relebohile Mofokeng the hero as Orlando Pirates beat Kaizer Chiefs in Soweto derby

Mohau Nkota and Relebohile Mofokeng assisted and scored for Pirates as they beat Kaizer Chiefs 2-1 at a sold-out FNB Stadium on Saturday.

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Watch VideoOrlando Pirates captain Innocent Maela: We must play the game, not the occasion

Orlando Pirates captain Innocent Maela knows a thing or two about playing Soweto derbies as he's the most experience player in the team. That's why he's urged his team to sticks to the game-plan.

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Watch VideoCardoso on brink of turning detractors into admirers

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso could engrave his name in the history books of continental and domestic football if he wins both the Champions League and Premiership, which would leave his detractors with egg on their faces.

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Watch VideoTipster's Table | Soweto Derby takes centre stage as Premiership battles heat up

The Soweto Derby headlines this weekend’s Betway Premiership action as Kaizer Chiefs host Orlando Pirates in a clash with Top 8 and title implications. We preview all the key fixtures, including Mamelodi Sundowns’ push for the title, Stellenbosch’s Top 3 pursuit, and crucial relegation battles.

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Watch VideoArthur Zwane: PSL six-pointer against Polokwane City like a cup final for AmaZulu

AmaZulu have been their worst enemies this season as they dropped points that they were expected to bag, before beating Golden Arrows recently.

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Watch VideoEric Tinkler aims for ‘massive achievement’ with Sekhukhune after Pirates PSL win

After a crucial win against Orlando Pirates, Sekhukhune United sit third in the Premiership, just ahead of Stellenbosch FC, as they aim for continental football next season.

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Huge knock to Orlando Pirates’ PSL title challenge as Yamba wins it for Sekhukhune United

Orlando Pirates fell behind in the Betway Premiership race after losing 1-0 to Sekhukhune at Orlando Pirates in Soweto on Wednesday night, despite dominating possession.

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Tipster's table: Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch eye critical League wins as season nears climax

As Mamelodi Sundowns push for an eighth straight league title and continental glory, Orlando Pirates look to keep their treble hopes alive, while Stellenbosch FC aim for a CAF return in a high-stakes clash with Chippa United.

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Sekhukhune and Galaxy share the spoils as Top 3 and Top 8 races heat up

Sekhukhune United are yet to consolidate their Top 3 spot in the Betway Premiership after they were held to a 1-1 draw by TS Galaxy at Dobsonville Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

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Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs coach Nabi says Soweto derby victories can save their season

Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi doesn't believe their season is over as back-to-back wins in the upcoming Soweto derbies against nemesis Orlando Pirates can save their campaign.

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Bright future for Orlando Pirates despite CAF Champions League heartbreak, says outgoing coach José Riveiro

Orlando Pirates' coach Jose Riveiro says the club have a bright future, especially after investing on youngsters who are already important players for the team.

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Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs have won a trophy: Maiden Diski title in the bag after 10 years

Kaizer Chiefs reserve team were crowned the DStv Diski Challenge champions after beating Magesi in Soweto on Saturday. A trumph that will bring a positive mood around the club.

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Mix of pride, sadness for Riveiro after Orlando Pirates CAF Champions League exit

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro was dejected after his troops failed to reach the CAF Champions League's final. Nevertheless, he was sad and proud at the same time.

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Watch VideoRulani Mokwena has grown to be his own man, and he deserves plaudits

Rhulani Mokwena has already ran a good race in his career, and that why his imminent dismissal by Wydad Casablanca shouldn't deter him or paint him as a failure.

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PSL heavyweights eager to continue with purple patch in Cairo

Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates will be eager to continue with their respective unbeaten runs in Cairo when visit Al Ahly and Pyramids in the CAF Champions League semi-final second leg on Friday.

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