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Orlando Pirates hold Pyramids to take advantage heading to Egypt

Orlando Pirates' dream of returning to the pinnacle of African football could soon be realised as they held Pyramids to a stalemate in the CAF Champions League semi-final first leg at FNB Stadium on Saturday night.

Sport Soccer Africa
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Watch VideoJayden Adams is the playmaker Bafana Bafana need in Themba Zwane and Patrick Maswanganyi’s absence

As Bafana Bafana prepare for crucial World Cup qualifiers, 23-year-old Jayden Adams emerges as the potential solution to fill the creative void left by the injured duo of Themba Zwane and Patrick Maswanganyi.

Sport Opinion
Lunga Biyela|Published

Is Patrick Maswanganyi better than Themba Zwane? Junior Khanye weighs in

Sundowns' Themba Zwane is widely regarded as one of the best South African players of all time. But former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Junior Khanye believes Orlando Pirates star Patrick Maswanganyi is the better player.

Sport Soccer PSL
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

COMMENT | Jayden Adams: The heir to Themba Zwane's throne at Sundowns and Bafana Bafana

With Themba Zwane approaching the twilight years of his career, Jayden Adams could be the perfect player to fill his shoes at club and country.

Sport Opinion
Lunga Biyela|Published

'Anyone can miss a penalty': Makhehlene Makhaula backs Patrick Maswanganyi to bounce back after spot kick miss

Patrick Maswanganyi missed a second half penalty in Wednesday's Betway Premiership loss to Cape Town City in the Mother City.

Sport Soccer PSL
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

All Stars retain Cup with impressive win

Samkelo Zwane of Carling All Stars celebrates a goal with his teammates during the 2024 Carling Cup match between Magesi at Orlando Stadium on Saturday. BackpagePix

Sunday Tribune Sport
Smiso Msomi|Published

Patrick Maswanganyi ‘has the potential’ to fill Themba Zwane role for Bafana Bafana

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos says there’s no better time to qualify for the Fifa World Cup than now, given that the team are on a high and have the right blend of players.

The Star Sport
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Bafana soar to the top with decisive win over Uganda

In an electrifying encounter at the Mandela National Stadium, Bafana Bafana emerged triumphant with a 2-0 victory over Uganda, propelling them to the top of Group K in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

iOS Sport
Smiso Msomi|Published

Pirates’ Maswanganyi looks to reignite form with International Duty

Orlando Pirates midfielder Patrick ‘Tito’ Maswanganyi seeks to overcome his early-season challenges through national team opportunities, as Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos backs him to potentially fill Themba Zwane’s shoes in crucial AFCON qualifiers

Sunday Tribune Sport
Smiso Msomi|Published

Hugo Broos urges patience with Patrick Maswanganyi as he steps in for the injured Themba Zwane

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has voiced his support for Patrick Maswanganyi, who is expected to fill in for the injured Themba Zwane.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Lunga Biyela|Published

COMMENT: With Themba Zwane set for a long injury layoff, now is the time for Gaston Sirino at Bafana

With Themba Zwane set for a number of months on the sidelines, only one man can fill the void in Hugo Broos’ Bafana Bafana.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Lunga Biyela|Published

MTN8 Final | Saleng or not, Stellenbosch FC’s Basadien ready for whatever Orlando Pirates throw at him

Stellenbosch FC's Fawaaz Basadien stands confident ahead of the MTN8 final, ready to face Orlando Pirates' formidable attack - with or without star player Monnapule Saleng. As Pirates grapple with injury concerns, Basadien's stellar form adds intrigue to the upcoming showdown in Durban.

Sport Soccer PSL
John Goliath|Published