World football governing body FIFA has approved a special transfer window for Africa’s elite clubs and others. Africa’s four clubs that are heading to the FIFA 2025 Club World Cup will be able to bring in players for 10 days next month. The continent will be represented at the Club World Cup by Mamelodi Sundowns… Continue reading FIFA Confirms Special Transfer Window for Elite Clubs
Author: TIYANI WA KA MABASA
Wydad in Audacious Bid for Cristiano Ronaldo
In a shock move, Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca has inquired about the possibility of securing Cristiano Ronaldo’s services ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup next month. According to renowned Spanish publication Marca, Wydad have entered the race for his signature, even just for the tournament. The legendary forward is on the tail end of… Continue reading Wydad in Audacious Bid for Cristiano Ronaldo
Rulani Mokwena’s Message to Wydad Casablanca
Former Wydad Casablanca coach Rulani Mokwena has sent a message to the Red Castle brigade. Mokwena has officially departed Wydad, confirmed by the club in a joint statement on Tuesday evening. “As I say goodbye, I carry unforgettable memories from Wydad, a club that will forever remain in my heart,” shared Mokwena. “I wish the… Continue reading Rulani Mokwena’s Message to Wydad Casablanca
Breaking: Durban City Off the Hook
KwaZulu-Natal club Durban City are now at liberty to celebrate their promotion to South Africa’s top-flight, the Betway Premiership. Durban City confirmed their automatic promotion on Sunday, 18 May, but were made to wait for their celebration after JDR Stars lodged a claim that Durban City had fielded an ineligible player, Saziso Magawana. The Premier… Continue reading Breaking: Durban City Off the Hook
Orlando Pirates Raises Eyebrows in Transfer Space
Soweto club Orlando Pirates are certainly one to watch in the transfer market ahead of next season. For football fans, especially those in Bucs’s corner, will do well to keep a close eye on the Buccaneers. African Times can confirm Pirates have signed winger Kabelo Kgositsile (20) and right-back Tshepo Mashiloane (23) from Limpopo club… Continue reading Orlando Pirates Raises Eyebrows in Transfer Space
PSL Awards on Ice to Support Sundowns
The end-of-the-season Premier Soccer League (PSL) awards will take a backseat for now. The league has confirmed that the awards have been postponed indefinitely to allow Mamelodi Sundowns, the reigning PSL champions, to focus on the CAF Champions League final and the FIFA Club World Cup. “In recent seasons, the Premier Soccer League (PSL) Awards… Continue reading PSL Awards on Ice to Support Sundowns
Why Benjamin Mkapa Stadium Was Snubbed For Confed Cup Final
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has defended its decision to move the Confederation Cup final second-leg from East Africa’s largest city, Dar es Salaam, to Zanzibar. Tanzanian club Simba FC would have preferred to host the match against Moroccan outfit RS Berkane at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium, situated in Dar es Salaam, on Sunday,… Continue reading Why Benjamin Mkapa Stadium Was Snubbed For Confed Cup Final
Date Set for the 2025 Ballon D’Or
The Ballon d’Or organisers have confirmed this year’s award ceremony will take place on 22 September. The 69th Ballon d’Or will be held at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, France Football magazine and UEFA said. “The Ballon d’Or will be announced a month earlier than usual this year… The 2025 ceremony will be marked… Continue reading Date Set for the 2025 Ballon D’Or
D-DAY for Durban City
Newly promoted Betway Premiership side Durban City’s joy could be short-lived depending on the outcome of their case for allegedly fielding an ineligible player. The KwaZulu Natal club confirmed their automatic promotion on the final day of the Motsepe Foundation Championship (MFC) 2024/25 season on Sunday, 18 May. But their promotion has been overshadowed by… Continue reading D-DAY for Durban City
Chiefs Coach: Why Always Me?
Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi has pointed an accusing finger at the media. The 2025 Nedbank Cup winner has taken issue with reported claims that he would be sacked at the end of the season, as first published by the Sunday Times on Sunday, 11 May. The story has not died down, but Nabi is… Continue reading Chiefs Coach: Why Always Me?