In the annals of South African football history, there are certain matches that stand out as legendary displays of dominance and skill. One such momentous occasion occurred in 1973 on the 17th March when Kaizer Chiefs delivered a devastating 10-1 defeat to African Wanderers at Orlando Stadium. Led by the formidable late Pule “Ace” Ntsoelengoe, who netted...
The nickname “Asinamali” was given to Jackie Masike by then Kaizer Chiefs manager Ewert Nene, a name which would come to define Masike's legacy both on and off the pitch. The moniker, meaning "we have no money" in Zulu, reflected Masike's uncompromising nature and determination, both as a player and as a person. Many believe that the...
Walter Musona, the younger brother of South African soccer sensation Knowledge Musona, has faced his fair share of demons and challenges in stepping out of his famous brother's shadow and making a name for himself in the world of football. Despite struggling to live up to the legacy of his elder brother while playing for Polokwane...
Fairytales are often seen as stories of long ago, with mythical creatures, brave heroes, and happy endings. They are thought to be nothing more than fiction, tales of a time long past when magic and miracles were believed to be real. However, the truth is that fairytales are not just confined to the pages of...
MASTERPIECES MORIPE IS GONE The news of Lucas “Masterpieces” Moripe's passing spread quickly throughout Phelindaba and South Africa like wildfire. Born and bred in Atteridgeville, a township west of Pretoria, Moripe's journey to becoming a football legend was nothing short of remarkable. His extraordinary talent, dedication, and unwavering passion for the game has earned him a...
Since the return of the triumphant Banyana Banyana from the successful African Women Cup of Nations tournament in Morocco, the topic of conversation within the South African landscape has been the remuneration disparity between the men and female national football teams in the country. It is certainly time that we do away with all the red...
I am acutely aware that I am senile and while trying to lift my creaking knees off my rocking chair to pay a visit to the bathroom, I heard someone on the radio announce that Kaizer Chiefs have appointed a new coach, or have I imagined it? Hell, old age can be cumbersome on certain days....
By Andile Dladla and Mandla Dladla The lack of supporters allowed to attend sporting events in South Africa has had an effect on individual sportsmen and women, including sport team and Cape Town City have come up with an innovative idea to replicate the feeling of being physically at the stadium. With modern technology as advanced as...
By Andile Dladla and Madla Dladla Thandukwazi “Demor” Sikhosana could have easily pursued a career in football but the sound of music proved too strong for him as he has become one of the biggest and well respected music producer and songwriter in the country based in Johannesburg. A founding member of legendary music group Shana along...
By Andile Dladla & Mandla Dladla Few people might be aware of even know a man named Kevin Mudie who struggled for almost three months to break into the all-conquering Durban City side but when he eventually did, never looked back. He received his big break in a crucial match against then star-studded Moroka Swallows who boasted...
