Chippa United Chooses Innovation Over Recycling Coaches

INNOVATIVE: Chippa United has appointed former Wydad Casablanca assistant coach Sinethemba Badela as the new head coach. Badela served as assistant coach to Rulani Mokwena at Wydad Casablanca. Photo: Wydad

Betway Premiership side Chippa United has wasted no time replacing their former coach, Thabo September. September was let go recently after the Chilli Boys missed out on the top eight, settling for 11th spot in the 2024/25 campaign. Former Wydad Casablanca assistant coach Sinethemba Badela has taken over as of 11 June. “We are proud… Continue reading Chippa United Chooses Innovation Over Recycling Coaches

Former Senegal Coach in FIFA’s Technical Study Group

Former Senegal coach Aliou Cissé has been roped in to the FIFA Technical Study Group (TSG) that will provide cutting-edge analysis of all matches across the FIFA 2025 Club World Cup. Photo: FIFA

Aliou Cissé, who captained and coached Senegal, has been roped in by world football controlling body, FIFA. FIFA has unveiled the Technical Study Group (TSG) that will provide cutting-edge analysis of all matches across the FIFA 2025 Club World Cup, while increasing and developing the understanding of the game worldwide. Led by FIFA Chief of… Continue reading Former Senegal Coach in FIFA’s Technical Study Group

Bafana Bafana Winger Teams Up With Espérance

Tunisian club Espérance Sportive de Tunis has announced the team for the FIFA 2025 Club World Cup. The four-time CAF Champions League winners were placed in Group D alongside Chelsea [England], Flamengo [Brazil], and Club Leon [Mexico]. Espérance, boosting a 23-man squad, will also count on Bafana Bafana winger, Elias Mokwana, who’s among the forwards.… Continue reading Bafana Bafana Winger Teams Up With Espérance

Hugo Broos Offers Positive Bafana Feedback

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos is all smiles after the international friendlies against Tanzania and Mozambique. Bafana Bafana hosted the two teams at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium. The first match against Tanzania ended goalless, but Bafana Bafana were 2-0 to the good against Mozambique on Tuesday, stretching their unbeaten run to 20 matches across… Continue reading Hugo Broos Offers Positive Bafana Feedback

Rulani Mokwena Drops Bombshell on Wydad Exit

By all accounts, ex-Wydad Casablanca coach Rulani Mokwena had a great relationship with the club’s president, Hicham Ait Menna, and they continue to keep in touch after Mokwena left Morocco. Behind closed doors, however, there was a war brewing with Wydad’s vice president, Kamal Daissaoui, who was a thorn in Mokwena’s side during the latter’s… Continue reading Rulani Mokwena Drops Bombshell on Wydad Exit

Wydad Casablanca Club World Cup Squad Revealed

Wydad Casablanca’s squad has been revealed ahead of the FIFA 2025 Club World Cup in the United States (US). The Red Castle is in Group G alongside Manchester City (England), Juventus (Italy), and Al-Ain (United Arab Emirates). They kick off their campaign against Manchester City on 18 June. The Moroccan team features two South Africans… Continue reading Wydad Casablanca Club World Cup Squad Revealed

PUMA Launches Mamelodi Sundowns Kits for Club World Cup

NEW KIT: PUMA and fashion designer KidSuper have launched kits for Mamelodi Sundowns ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup. Photo: Supplied

PUMA and fashion designer KidSuper have launched kits for Mamelodi Sundowns ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup, which kicks off on 15 June. In the PUMA x KidSuper collaboration, the Mamelodi Sundowns’ Home kit blends warm, sunlit tones with cooler shades to reflect the club’s signature style. “The result captures the rhythm, energy, and… Continue reading PUMA Launches Mamelodi Sundowns Kits for Club World Cup

Thabiso Monyane Bids Farewell to the Buccaneers

Former Orlando Pirates right-back Thabiso Monyane has penned a heartfelt message to the club and its supporters. Monyane, 25, will be out of contract on 30 June 2025. He’s expected to join bitter rivals Kaizer Chiefs, alongside Paseka Mako, who was also let go by the Buccaneers. Before crossing the floor, Monyane has a message… Continue reading Thabiso Monyane Bids Farewell to the Buccaneers

Introducing Dr. Pep Guardiola

Manchester City manager Joseph “Pep” Guardiola has been awarded an honorary degree by the University of Manchester in recognition of his “extraordinary contribution” to the city over nine years on and off the pitch. Guardiola was presented with an honorary doctorate by the university’s chancellor, Nazir Afzal, at the Whitworth Hall on Monday. “The award… Continue reading Introducing Dr. Pep Guardiola

Manchester City Seal Ait-Nouri Signing

Premier League club Manchester City has announced the signing of Algerian left back, Rayan Ait-Nouri from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The 24-year-old has penned a five-year deal at the Etihad Stadium meaning he would remain at the club until the summer of 2030. “An Algeria international, Ait-Nouri has established a reputation as one of the most exciting… Continue reading Manchester City Seal Ait-Nouri Signing

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