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Al Ahly set to make ex-Pirates boss Jose Riveiro the highest paid coach in Africa
Former Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro is poised to join Al Ahly, potentially becoming Africa's highest paid coach. This move marks a significant shift in the African football landscape, as Riveiro leaves behind a successful tenure at Pirates.
Coach Marcel Koller sacked as Al Ahly faces CAF punishment after fans' raucous blow-up
Al Ahly fans turned a losing match into chaos as anger boiled over, and the club will face punishment from CAF following their Champions League exit, resulting in the sacking of coach Marcel Koller
Last-gasp goal sees Mamelodi Sundowns beat Al Ahly, reach CAF Champions League final
An equaliser in the final minute of regulation time against Al Ahly was enough for Mamelodi Sundowns to reach the CAF Champions League final on the away-goals rule.
Mamelodi Sundowns eye historic final as they prepare for Al Ahly showdown in Cairo
Mamelodi Sundowns are very much still favourites to advance to the final of the CAF Champions League when they come up against defending champions Al Ahly on Friday (18:00 kick-off)
Fit-again Themba Zwane can fire Mamelodi Sundowns to CAF Champions League glory
Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Denis Onyango believes captain Themba Zwane's timely return from injury could be pivotal in their quest for domestic and continental glory.
Sundowns' Miguel Cardoso unhappy with poor turnout in CAF Champions League semi-final
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso laments the lack of fan support during the CAF Champions League semi-final, highlighting the impact of attendance on team performance.
Get set for Sundowns, Pirates CAF Champions League semi-finals: Three key talking points
This Saturday, Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates face off against Egypt's top clubs, Pyramids FC and Al Ahly, in a thrilling CAF Champions League semi-final, with a chance to make history by reaching an all-South African final.
Pyramids won't be easy to topple as Orlando Pirates go in search of second star
Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns face tough CAF Champions League semi-final clashes this Easter Saturday. Pirates meet in-form Pyramids FC, while Sundowns take on 12-time champions Al Ahly. A thrilling weekend of top-tier African football awaits in South Africa.
Wounded Mamelodi Sundowns eye CAF Champions League final as Al Ahly clash looms large at Loftus
Mamelodi Sundowns will be coming up against Al Ahly in the semi-finals of the CAF Champions League on Saturday and as they continue to recover from their loss against Kaizer Chiefs in the semi-finals of the Nedbank Cup, it will be important to have their focus fully on the clash ahead of them.
Continental glory: How Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns and Stellenbosch FC are rewriting African football history
In a historic achievement for South African football, Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates have both reached the CAF Champions League semi-finals, while Stellenbosch FC has qualified for the Confederation Cup semi-finals, signalling a new era for South African football.
South African teams shine: A shift in football power in CAF competitions from north to south?
South African football teams have made a remarkable impact in the CAF continental competitions. Is this the dawn of a new era in African football?
How Miguel Cardoso's tactical brilliance propelled Mamelodi Sundowns towards CAF Champions League semis
Coach Miguel Cardoso's strategic brilliance guided Mamelodi Sundowns to a goalless draw against Esperance, securing their place in the CAF Champions League semi-finals with dominant possession and passing accuracy.
Mamelodi Sundowns set to earn R174 million at the 2025 Fifa Club World Cup
Mamelodi Sundowns are poised for significant financial growth with a R174 million windfall from the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, enhancing their status as Africa's most valuable club.
Pitso Mosimane explains his shock exit from Esteghlal: “I had to protect my brand
Former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Pitso Mosimane has revealed the reasons behind his decision to terminate his contract with Iranian club Esteghlal FC, just six months after his appointment as head coach.
Unpaid wages force Pitso Mosimane's shock exit from Iranian giants Esteghlal
South African football mastermind Pitso Mosimane has terminated his contract with Iranian giants Esteghlal after just three months at the helm, citing multiple months of unpaid salaries.
Josef Zinnbauer doubts Orlando Pirates’ chances against Al Ahly in Cairo
Former Orlando Pirates head coach Josef Zinnbauer believes that the Soweto giants will struggle to get a positive result against Egyptian giants Al Ahly in Cario at the Cairo International Stadium on Saturday in the Caf Champions League.
Percy Tau bids emotional farewell to Al Ahly after sealing Qatar move
After joining Al Ahly in 2021, Percy Tau has left the Egyptian club to join Qatar SC on a six-month contract.
Bafana's Percy Tau signs with Qatar SC . . . but will he stay beyond six months?
Bafana Bafana vice-captain Percy Tau has left Egyptian giants Al Ahly to join Qatar Stars League side Qatar SC.
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Orlando Pirates, Al Ahly share spoils in CAF Champions League stalemate at Orlando Stadium
Orlando Pirates and Al Ahly played out a goalless draw in a tense Group C clash at Orlando Stadium on Saturday.
WATCH | Another one: DJ Khaled hypes Mamelodi Sundowns’ after FIFA Club World Cup group stage draw
Mamelodi Sundowns will face Borussia Dortmund, Fluminense and Ulsan HD in next year's FIFA Club World Cup in the United States.
'There has never been an offer': Egyptian giants Zamalek dismiss Percy Tau links
Egyptian giants Zamalek, have denied claims that the club was interested in the services of Al Ahly and Bafana Bafana forward Percy Tau.