Judge Hilton Epstein has provided the main reason he declared Asanele Velebayi and Luke Baartman free agents, paving the way for the duo to kickstart their respective careers with Kaizer Chiefs. In a 34-page ruling, which is in possession of African Times, Epstein had no trouble making a decision. Despite being relegated to the amateur… Continue reading Revealed: Why Velebayi and Baartman Were Declared Free Agents
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Egypt Book FIFA World Cup Spot
North African nation Egypt have secured their place at the FIFA 2026 World Cup. The Pharaohs are fresh off a 3-0 victory over minnows Djibouti on Wednesday, in a Group A match played at El Arbi Zaouli Stadium, Morocco. As per a FIFA report, Egypt have been enormously impressive at both ends during their qualifying… Continue reading Egypt Book FIFA World Cup Spot
South Africa and Nigeria Bow Out of World Cup
Morocco now remains the only African representative at the FIFA U20 World Cup after Wednesday’s action. South Africa’s side, Amajita, endured a terrible day in Talca, Chile, where they were outplayed by Colombia, who had a great start, scoring within ten minutes of the match. The South Americans went on to win 3-1. Amajita, who… Continue reading South Africa and Nigeria Bow Out of World Cup
Hugo Broos Fires Warning to Benchwarmers!
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has called on footballers to make moves that are of benefit to their careers rather than a hindrance. Broos was responding to questions surrounding the non-selection of certain players, including Mamelodi Sundowns duo Jayden Adams and Fawaaz Basadien, who left Stellenbosch FC when they were regulars in the national… Continue reading Hugo Broos Fires Warning to Benchwarmers!
Al Ahly Appoints José Riveiro’s Replacement
Egyptian club Al Ahly has appointed a new head coach to replace José Riveiro, who was dismissed some weeks ago. Jess Thorup, who hails from Denmark, has penned a two-and-a-half-year deal, succeeding Riveiro at the African Club of the Century. Thorup, who has coached in Denmark, Belgium, and Germany, now takes charge of the 12-time… Continue reading Al Ahly Appoints José Riveiro’s Replacement
Velebayi and Baartman Free to Play for Kaizer Chiefs!
Footballers Asanele Velebayi and Luke Baartman are now at liberty to fulfill their dreams of playing for Kaizer Chiefs following a ruling in their favour by a South African Football Association (SAFA) arbitrator. Velebayi, 22, and Baartman, 19, were officially signed by Amakhosi two months ago on free transfers but were both barred from turning… Continue reading Velebayi and Baartman Free to Play for Kaizer Chiefs!
Kaizer Chiefs Marketing Director Takes Up FIFA Role
World football governing body FIFA has roped in Jessica Motaung to the Men’s Football Stakeholders Committee. The 52-year-old Amakhosi administrator is amongst a host of Africans who have bagged FIFA roles in recent times. The FIFA Football Stakeholders Committee is one of the nine standing committees of FIFA. It deals with the structure of the… Continue reading Kaizer Chiefs Marketing Director Takes Up FIFA Role
FIFA Invests Over R17 Billion in Africa Over Nine Years
FIFA president Gianni Infantino says the world football governing body has invested over USD 1 billion (R17 Billion) in African football development since 2016. Infantino was speaking at the 47th Confederation of African Football (CAF) Ordinary General Assembly in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, on Monday. “The FIFA Forward investments in the Confederation of African… Continue reading FIFA Invests Over R17 Billion in Africa Over Nine Years
Fans Cry Foul Over World Cup Ticket Prices
For football fans, watching next year’s FIFA World Cup live will not come cheap. The United States, Mexico, and Canada will co-host the global showpiece from June 11 to July 19, 2026, and there’s already an uproar after ticket prices emerged. As per BBC Sport, FIFA has not formally revealed a full price list, but… Continue reading Fans Cry Foul Over World Cup Ticket Prices
Hugo Broos: I Understand What Is Going On With Mofokeng!
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos says he is not overly concerned that winger Relebohile Mofokeng is not in top form this season. The 20-year-old had retained his place in the Bafana Bafana setup, ahead of the FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Zimbabwe (October 10) and Rwanda (October 14). However, the Orlando Pirates attacker has… Continue reading Hugo Broos: I Understand What Is Going On With Mofokeng!