Larsen: It’s called a fairytale isn’t it?
Clinton Larsen, coach of Magesi FC celebrates victory with players during the 2024 Carling Knockout Cup final match between Magesi FC and Mamelodi Sundowns at Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein on 23 November 2024 ©Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

Larsen: It’s called a fairytale isn’t it?

Magesi FC coach Clinton Larsen was proud of his team's efforts to come back to secure the win and lift the Carling Knockout Cup trophy.

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Mngqithi: We tried everything we could to win the match
Manqoba Mngqithi, Head coach of Mamelodi Sundowns during the 2024 Carling Knockout Cup Final match between Magesi and Mamelodi Sundowns at Toyota Stadium, in Bloemfontein on 23 November 2024 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix

Mngqithi: We tried everything we could to win the match

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi admits they tried everything they could to win the match against Magesi FC.

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Erasmus praises Boks for unbeaten Castle Lager Outgoing Tour
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus ahead of the Autumn international match at the Allianz Stadium, London. Picture date: Saturday November 16, 2024.

Erasmus praises Boks for unbeaten Castle Lager Outgoing Tour

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus gave all the credit to the players as the team finished the Castle Lager Outgoing Tour with a clean sweep of victories following their win against Wales at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Saturday.

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Etzebeth to start as Kleyn withdraws from Wales Test
South Africa's Eben Etzebeth signs the national anthem before the Autumn international match at the Allianz Stadium, London. Picture date: Saturday November 16, 2024.

Etzebeth to start as Kleyn withdraws from Wales Test

Eben Etzebeth will start at lock alongside Franco Mostert in the Springboks’ final Castle Lager Outgoing Tour clash against Wales on Saturday after Jean Kleyn was forced to withdraw from the match-23 due to a niggle.

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Springboks determined to finish the season on a strong note against Wales
The Springboks with Siya Kolisi of South Africa during the 2024 Rugby Championship game between South Africa and Argentina at Mbombela Stadium on 28 September 2024 © Christiaan Kotze/BackpagePix

Springboks determined to finish the season on a strong note against Wales

Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick and captain Siya Kolisi said the Boks are determined to deliver a complete 80-minute performance and finish the season on a high note against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday.

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Experienced look to Blitzbok squad for Dubai opener
South Africa coach Sandile Ngcobo and South Africa assistant coach Philip Snyman during Day 3 of the 2022 HSBC Cape Town Sevens held at Cape Town Stadium in Cape Town on 11 November 2022 ©Shaun Roy/BackpagePix

Experienced look to Blitzbok squad for Dubai opener

Springbok Sevens head coach Philip Snyman has included 10 players who have tasted glory at the Emirates Dubai 7s in his first squad for the new HSBC SVNS season, which will kick off in the UAE next weekend.

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Ackermann returns to SA in coaching consultancy role
Johan Ackermann, coach of the Lions during the Lions Rugby Training Session at the Johannesburg Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa on May 24, 2016 ©Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

Ackermann returns to SA in coaching consultancy role

Former Springbok lock and SA 'A' head coach Johan Ackermann will return to South Africa after seven years abroad to add his considerable experience to the Junior Springbok squad in the capacity as coaching consultant.

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Nche rested against Wales with Louw to earn second successive start
Ox Nche of South Africa is challenged by Canan Moodie during the 2024 Rugby Championship Captains Run for South Africa at Cape Town Stadium on 6 September 2024 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

Nche rested against Wales with Louw to earn second successive start

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus decided to rest prop Ox Nche for Saturday’s Test against Wales in Cardiff, which will see a front-row reshuffle with Wilco Louw returning to the starting team at tighthead prop, while Thomas du Toit will move to loosehead.

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