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Luzuko Domingos of Camdeboo Academy pursues Kuhle Mgxekwe of Prides AFC during the ABC Motsepe League clash at the North End Stadium on Saturday.
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Ravens start title defence strongly, newbies Prides get Motsepe League off to flier

Prides AFC marked their Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League debut with a 2-0 win over Camdeboo Football Academy, while defending champions FC Ravens started strong by beating United FC 3-1.

Germany's head coach Jurgen Klopp applauds fans after their Uefa Nations League Group A2 match against Greece in Augsburg, Germany, on Sunday

Greece stun Klopp’s Germany as Ireland show sorrow for Gaza

Substitute Dimitrios Kourbelis gave Greece a shock 1-0 Nations League win away to Germany on Sunday as Ireland’s players wore black armbands for their match against Israel.

Spain's Dani Olmo challenges England's Jude Bellingham during their Uefa Nations League, League A Group 3 clash at Wembley Stadium in London on Saturday

Tuchel urges Bellingham to play with ‘rage’

Thomas Tuchel has encouraged Jude Bellingham to play with a sense of "rage" after the midfielder's intense performance in England's 3-2 Nations League loss to Spain, highlighting his competitive edge.

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams celebrates with his teammates after the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Guinea at the  Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday

Mosimane wants to build on winning start in next game against Eritrea

Bafana made a strong start to their qualifying campaign with Ime Okon opening the scoring in the first half before Guinea levelled matters through Seydouba Cisse

Spain's Lamine Yamal, centre, shoots for goal during the Uefa Nations League soccer match against England on Saturday

Tuchel to ‘keep pushing’ England to reach Spain’s level

Thomas Tuchel remains convinced England can get over the line against the world’s best, despite his side blowing a second-half lead to lose 3-2 to Spain on Saturday.

Manchester City celebrate winning the English Premier League  soccertitle at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester in 2014

Man City’s meteoric rise clouded by dark shadow

Manchester City’s transformation from a struggling club to a dominant football powerhouse followed an Abu Dhabi takeover in 2008, leading to an era of unprecedented success and significant financial investment.

Ime Okon of South Africa celebrates scoring during the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Guinea at Orlando Amstel Arena on September 26, 2026.

Mosimane era starts strong as Bafana beat Guinea at Orlando

The Pitso Mosimane era started with this determined 2-1 win over Guinea that was secured through goals from defenders Ime Okon and Samukele Kabini as the national team continues to win the hearts of the nation.

England head coach Thomas Tuchel addresses players at a training session at St George's Park in Burton-upon-Trent on Wednesday

Tuchel seeks tonic to England World Cup ‘scar’ in Spain showdown

World champions Spain’s visit to Wembley on Saturday is a painful reminder to England of what might have been, but Thomas Tuchel needs a positive response to silence criticism of how the Three Lions’ World Cup ended.

Old Grey midfielder Vernon Campher on the run against FC Ravens in the ABC Motsepe League provincial decider in April at Sisa Dukashe Stadium in Mdantsane.
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EC ABC Motsepe League kicks off with mouth-watering clashes

The Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League begins this weekend with defending champions FC Ravens facing newly promoted United FC in Bizana.

Italy's head coach Roberto Mancini talks to defender Michael Kayode during a training session in Coverciano, near Florence, on Monday

Italy hope for new dawn under Mancini

Italy begins a new era under returning coach Roberto Mancini, following a period of upheaval after failing to qualify for the World Cup for the third consecutive time.

Germany's national soccer coach Jurgen Klopp speaks during a press conference to announce his squad in Frankfurt

‘New one’ Klopp promises fresh approach as Germany reign begins

Jurgen Klopp has begun his tenure as Germany's coach, promising a fresh approach to revive the team's fortunes as they start their Nations League campaign.

Highbury's Lonwabo Bayeni (in black shirt) and Lungelo Langa, from Gomora United, contest possession in their recent league soccer match

Bayeni hopes move to Highbury will inspire other players from Motherwell

After finally achieving his dream of joining the professional league, Highbury FC’s Lonwabo Bayeni hopes his journey will inspire young aspiring strikers in Motherwell to keep chasing their goals.

Abbubaker Mobara, of Chippa United, delivers a cross during the Betway Premiership soccer match against Orlando Pirates in Durban last month

Win against TS Galaxy a major confidence boost for Chilli Boys, says Mobara

Chippa United Abbubaker Mobara said the team’s long-awaited Betway Premiership victory will be a major confidence boost going forward.

Lebohang Maboe of Kaizer Chiefs

Chiefs assistant coach implies all is not lost after another draw

Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Dillon Sheppard has given a sense that not all is lost after accumulating their fourth draw of the season against Golden Arrows at Mbombela Stadium on Sunday.

Spain's head coach Luis de la Fuente lifts the trophy after winning the 2026 World Cup against Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford in July

‘Best is yet to come,’ says De la Fuente after Spain extension

Spain’s national football coach Luis de la Fuente has extended his contract until 2032 after leading the team to the World Cup, Euro 2024, and Nations League titles.

Yanela Mbuthuma of Orlando Pirates during the Betway Premiership match against AmaZulu at Kings Park Stadium on August 12.

Mntambo backs Mbuthuma amid calls for more goals

Former PSL player Linda Mntambo has defended Orlando Pirates striker Yanela Mbuthuma's selection for the Bafana Bafana squad amid public and pundit scrutiny over his goal-scoring record.

French forward Kylian Mbappe and Zinedine Zidane

Mbappe says having Zidane as France coach ‘like a film’

Kylian Mbappe said playing under new France coach Zinedine Zidane, 15 years after the French football icons first met, is like “something from a film”.

On form Harold Majadibodu helped Chippa United secure their first league win this season against TS Galaxy

Truter applauds troops after impressive win against TS Galaxy

Chippa United head coach Brandon Truter praised his players for their unwavering effort and discipline against TS Galaxy, a performance that finally delivered their long-awaited first Betway Premiership victory of the season on Sunday.

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou looks dejected after their Betway Premiership draw with Durban City at the Orlando Stadium

Fifa break won’t stop Pirates’ momentum, says Ouaddou

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou believes the Fifa break will aid team recovery without disrupting their strong momentum.

Liverpool's Swedish striker Alexander Isak celebrates after scoring in their English Premier League match against Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth on Sunday

Liverpool boss Iraola urges Isak to raise his level

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola challenged striker Alexander Isak to raise his performance level after Isak scored the only goal in a 1-0 win over Bournemouth.