
Themba Zwane breaks silence on Bafana Bafana snub
Mamelodi Sundowns star Themba Zwane says he is not disappointed in his omission from the Bafana Bafana squad as he respects head coach Hugo Broos’ decision.
Mamelodi Sundowns star Themba Zwane says he is not disappointed in his omission from the Bafana Bafana squad as he respects head coach Hugo Broos’ decision.
Mamelodi Sundowns duo Thapelo Morena and Teboho Mokoena have been named in the Caf Champions League team of the week for their performances over the weekend, while Mokoena also picked up the goal of the week award.
After being taken off at half-time of Al Ahly’s Caf Champions League win on Friday night, Percy Tau has been forced out of the Bafana Bafana squad for the upcoming friendlies against Guinea and world champions France.
Orlando Pirates qualified for the Caf Confederation Cup quarter-finals after defeating JS Saoura 2-0 at the Stade 5 Juillet 1962 on Sunday evening.
Mamelodi Sundowns will qualify for the Caf Champions League quarter-finals as Group A winners after hammering Al-Hilal 4-2 at the Al Hilal Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
Pitso Mosimane’s Al Ahly side took a step towards qualification for the knockout stages of the Caf Champions League with a 3-1 win over Al-Merreikh, while AmaZulu’s ambitions were dented by a 2-0 home loss against Raja Casablanca.
Troubled holders Chelsea were drawn against 13-time winners Real Madrid in the quarter-finals of the Champions League on Friday, while Manchester City will take on Atletico Madrid.
Orlando Pirates co-coach Mandla Ncikazi has insisted that his team need to run their own race and win all their remaining games if they are to have any hope to finish second in the DStv Premiership.
Orlando Pirates produced a stunning fight back to come from two goals down to beat SuperSport United 3-2 at the Orlando Stadium on Wednesday evening.
The South African Football Association has announced plans to host this year’s Caf Champions League final and the Caf Women’s Champions League tournament.