Mihlali Baleka

Multimedia Journalist, Sport

Watch VideoNdola or never: Ben Youssef admits Zesco clash crucial for Kaizer Chiefs' Africa hopes

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Kaizer Chiefs face a defining moment in their CAF Confederation Cup journey as they travel to Zambia to take on Zesco United.

Watch VideoMiguel Cardoso rallies Mamelodi Sundowns after defensive lapses cost them against Al Hilal

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Miguel Cardoso has refused to panic after Mamelodi Sundowns surrendered a lead against Al Hilal, insisting his side remains the master of its own destiny in the ...

Watch Video'My heart is here ...' Khuliso Mudau quashes Orlando Pirates transfer rumours

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Right-back Khuliso Mudau denies possible move to Orlando Pirates, reaffirming commitment to Mamelodi Sundowns.

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns' Thato Sibiya learns tough lessons in CAF Champions League draw

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After a Player of the Match performance on his debut, 19-year-old Thato Sibiya was given a swift introduction to the demands of continental football against Al Hilal. ...

Watch VideoAFCON 2025 set to crown familiar kings of African football

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Former champions Senegal, Egypt, Morocco and Nigeria are battling for the AFCON 2025 title, ensuring the trophy will stay with proven African heavyweights.

Watch VideoBafana, Banyana face defining tests on the global and continental stage in 2026

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South African football faces a defining year as Bafana Bafana return to the Fifa World Cup and Banyana Banyana head to WAFCON.

Watch VideoFive Premiership players who need a fresh start in the January transfer window

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As the PSL summer transfer window opens, several players on the fringes of their squads are seeking moves to revive their careers.

Watch VideoAFCON 2026 | Group A: Morocco leads group in quest for continental crown

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AFCON 2025 kicks off in Morocco this month, with hosts Morocco joined in Group A by Zambia, Mali, and Comoros.

Orlando Pirates shine in 'another final festival' in Durban to clinch Carling Cup

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Orlando Pirates won the Carling Cup after beating the Carling All Stars 2–0 in Durban, with second-half goals from substitutes Sifiso Luthuli and Boitumelo Radiopane. ...

Watch VideoSolomons’ late strike earns Chiefs a point in CAF Confederation Cup match against Zamalek

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Kaizer Chiefs scored a dramatic equaliser through Dillan Solomons to draw with Zamalek after conceding early in their CAF Confederation Cup clash.

Watch VideoBafana Bafana outclass Zambia but remain untested for AFCON

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Bafana Bafana beat a weakened Zambia 3–1 in Gqeberha, with Siph Mbule starring through two assists and a commanding midfield display. The comfortable win boosted ...

Watch VideoSA Hall of Fame honours football legends, again, from Bafana Bafana and Banyana Banyana eras

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The South African Hall of Fame has inducted several Bafana Bafana and Banyana Banyana icons ahead of next month's and next year’s AFCON and WAFCON tournaments in ...

Watch VideoFifa break a double-edged sword for in-form Kaizer Chiefs

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Kaizer Chiefs are enjoying a strong run under Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef, but the upcoming FIFA break could disrupt their momentum as they chase Mamelodi ...

Watch VideoHugo Broos eyes Belgium clash after Safa's financial woes derail Argentina friendly

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has revealed that his side was close to facing FIFA World Cup champions Argentina as part of their World Cup preparations. However, ...

Champions show up in difficult situations, Miguel Cardoso tells Mamelodi Sundowns after Pyramids FC final draw

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Mamelodi Sundowns' hopes of clinching their second CAF Champions League title hang in the balance after a disappointing draw against Pyramids. Coach Miguel Cardoso ...

Ribeiro opener, but tough CAF Champions League final task awaits Mamelodi Sundowns as Pyramids FC grab late equaliser

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Brazilian Lucas Ribeiro Costa was the hero for Mamelodi Sundowns in the first leg of the CAF Champions League final against Pyramids FC at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. ...

Watch VideoAshley Makhanya reflects on SA’s 1997 Afcon U20 final as Amajita gear up for Morocco title decider

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Ashley Makhanya shares his memories of the intense atmosphere during the 1997 Africa Youth Championships final as South Africa's Amajita prepare to face Morocco ...

Watch VideoShandu scores, but frustration boils over as Orlando Pirates held by TS Galaxy

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With Orlando Pirates set to finish as No 2 on the log, this result dented the Buccaneers’ hopes of trimming the gap between them and champions Mamelodi Sundowns. ...

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

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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.

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

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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 ...

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns humiliate Orlando Pirates to deliver keynote address on title aspirations

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Mamelodi Sundowns’ hammered Orlando Pirates to make a ‘keynote address’ about their intentions to win their record eighth Premiership this season.

Watch VideoPatrick Maswanganyi’s panenka does the business for Orlando Pirates to break Kaizer Chiefs’ hearts

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A stoppage-time penalty from Patrick Maswanganyi secured all three points for Orlando Pirates in Saturday’s Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs at the FNB Stadium. ...

Khumalo: Bafana must play against the best at 2025 Afcon

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Bafana Bafana ‘96 Afcon winning midfielder Doctor Khumalo says the team has turned over a new leaf, but they must be wary of getting away or losing focus. He adds ...

Sundowns escape Sibanye by a whisker in the NC

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Mamelodi Sundowns hold on for a nervy win over amateur side Sibanye Golden Stars in the Nedbank Cup last 32 in Pretoria on Saturday night.

Frosler calls for commitment amid trophy drought at Naturena

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Kaizer Chiefs defender Reeve Frosler says they need to minimise their mistakes in order to make sure sure that they are consistent and challenge for trophies this ...