The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the nominees in the Men’s Categories for the CAF Awards 2025, celebrating the continent’s top performers among players, coaches, clubs and national teams. CAF has noted that the impact of players and coaches on the African and global game has been immense for the period under consideration… Continue reading Nominees Announced in the Men’s Categories for CAF Awards
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Brandon Petersen Appointed Kaizer Chiefs Captain
Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Brandon Petersen has been entrusted with the responsibility of guiding the team. Amakhosi co-coach Cedric Kaze announced on Wednesday evening that Petersen is their new leader, succeeding Zitha Kwinika, who’s been wearing the armband this season. “We decided as the technical staff to appoint Petersen as the club captain going forward,” said… Continue reading Brandon Petersen Appointed Kaizer Chiefs Captain
Zimbabwe Football Association Dismisses Coach Michael Nees
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has sacked their senior national team head coach, Michael Nees, following a poor FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. The decision comes after the Warriors finished bottom of Group C, with no win in 10 games, managing five draws and suffering five defeats. “ZIFA wishes to inform all stakeholders and… Continue reading Zimbabwe Football Association Dismisses Coach Michael Nees
Fourth Coach for Chippa United Ten Games into the Season!
For Eastern Cape club Chippa United, the more things change, the more they stay the same. The Chilli Boys have played just ten league games in the Betway Premiership, but they have confirmed their fourth coach of the season while parting ways with the Belgian, Luc Eymael. Club boss Siviwe Mpengesi is known to be… Continue reading Fourth Coach for Chippa United Ten Games into the Season!
CAF Unveils Nominees in Women’s Categories for 2025 Awards
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the nominees in the Women’s categories for the CAF Awards 2025, celebrating excellence in African women’s football over the past 12 months. The CAF Awards ceremony will honour the players, coaches and teams that have made a significant impact for the period under consideration of 6 January… Continue reading CAF Unveils Nominees in Women’s Categories for 2025 Awards
Hugo Broos: What I Look for in Bafana Players!
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has explained how he managed to put together a group of players that helped South Africa qualify for the FIFA 2026 World Cup. This is the first time South Africa has directly made it to the global showpiece since the 2002 World Cup. The country was part of the 2010 World… Continue reading Hugo Broos: What I Look for in Bafana Players!
Benjamin Richardson to Dump South Africa for Ireland
In a shock move, sprinter Benjamin Richardson is expected to switch allegiance from South Africa to the country of his birth, Ireland. Richardson’s agent, Jelle Broekhuisen, has confirmed the Irish athletics federation has submitted an application on behalf of the athlete to the World Athletics Nationality Review Panel. World Athletics permits athletes to switch allegiance… Continue reading Benjamin Richardson to Dump South Africa for Ireland
Vincent Kompany Signs Contract Extension with FC Bayern
Bundesliga side FC Bayern and head coach Vincent Kompany have extended their contract until 30 June 2029. Kompany’s current deal was due to expire in summer 2027. The 39-year-old arrived in Munich from Burnley FC in England ahead of the 2024/25 season and guided the team to the Bundesliga title in his first season. The… Continue reading Vincent Kompany Signs Contract Extension with FC Bayern
Football Community in Shock as Senegalese Youngster is Murdered
Senegalese young goalkeeper Cheikh Touré has been murdered by kidnappers in Ghana after being duped into believing he had a shot at a professional contract. The 18-year-old was reportedly deceived by fake football scouts into travelling for a trial, but was instead held hostage while the kidnappers demanded a hefty ransom from his family. He… Continue reading Football Community in Shock as Senegalese Youngster is Murdered
Former Nigeria Football Federation President Lashes Out at McKenzie
Nigerian football administrator Amaju Melvin Pinnick has called out South Africa’s sports minister Gayton McKenzie for the latter’s comments against the West African nation. The straight-talking McKenzie caused a stir during his interview with Marawa Sports Worldwide some days ago, saying he is against Nigeria qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup via the play-off route.… Continue reading Former Nigeria Football Federation President Lashes Out at McKenzie