Banyana Banyana: Trailblazers
Vera Pauw coach of South Africa and Desiree Ellis during the South Africa Training Session on the 11 October 2014 at Independence Stadium Pic Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
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Banyana Banyana: Trailblazers

Banyana Banyana have a great current golden generation, but who were their early stars of the past, writes Nick Said.

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July 22, 2024
Pele 2.0: No Imitation
Mandatory Credit: Photo by ABACA/Shutterstock/BackpagePix (13269962o) HAND OUT - Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and France national football team forward Kylian Mbappe (R) and Brazilian football legend Pele take part in a meeting at the Hotel Lutetia in Paris on April 2, 2019. Pelé Meets With Kylian Mbappé - Paris, France - 02 Apr 2019
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Pele 2.0: No Imitation

Many have been anointed the "New Pele," but none have lived up to the star quality of the Brazilian great, writes Mark Gleeson.

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July 22, 2024
Goalkeeping: Back To Basics
Ronwen Williams of Mamelodi Sundowns during the Dstv Premiership 2023/24 match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Cape Town City at Loftus Stadium, Pretoria on 25 May 2024 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix
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Goalkeeping: Back To Basics

The role of the goalkeeper has evolved over the years from the obvious shot-stopper to an important player with the ball at their feet. But is it the right way to go? Asks Mark Gleeson.

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July 22, 2024
Magesi FC announce 12 player departures
Clinton Larsen coach of Magesi FC during Training match between Magesi FC and Cape Town City FC at The Ranch Resort on the 18 July 2024 in Polokwane © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
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Magesi FC announce 12 player departures

Newly promoted side Magesi FC have confirmed the departures of 12 players ahead of the 2024-25 DStv Premiership season.

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July 19, 2024
Arrows swoop in to sign Namibian goalkeeper
Edward Maova, goalkeeper of University of Pretoria during the Dstv Premiership 2023/24 Promotion Playoffs match between Richards Bay FC and Amatuks at King Zwelithini Stadium in Durban on the 5th of June 2024 ©Nokwanda Zondi/BackpagePix
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Arrows swoop in to sign Namibian goalkeeper

Golden Arrows have continued to strengthen their squad after acquiring the services of Namibian goalkeeper Edward Maova.

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July 19, 2024
Spurs confirm Rushwin Dortley’s move to Kaizer Chiefs
Rushwin Dortley of South Africa during the 2024 Hollywoodbets COSAFA Mens Championship match between South Africa and Eswatini at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Gqeberha on the 02 July 2024 ©Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix
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Spurs confirm Rushwin Dortley’s move to Kaizer Chiefs

Kaizer Chiefs have secured the signing of defender Rushwin Dortley from Cape Town Spurs.

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July 19, 2024