Bafana’s Sithole returns to Portugal top-flight
Sphephelo Sithole of South Africa during FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2026 match between South Africa and Zimbabwe at Free State Stadium on the 11 June 2024 in Bloemfontein © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
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Bafana’s Sithole returns to Portugal top-flight

Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo Sithole has completed his return to the Primera Liga after joining Gil Vicente.

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July 24, 2024
Kegan Johannes bids farewell to SuperSport United
Gavin Hunt, head coach of Supersport United reacts instructs Kegan Johannes of Supersport United during the DStv Premiership 2023/24 match between Supersport United and Mamelodi Sundowns at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria on 29 November 2023 ©Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix
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Kegan Johannes bids farewell to SuperSport United

Kegan Johannes has bid farewell to SuperSport United following his move to Tshwane rivals Mamelodi Sundowns.

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July 22, 2024
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
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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
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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