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Golden Arrows coach Mandla Ncikazi happy with scrappy win over SuperSport United

Though it was not pretty, Golden Arrows coach Mandla Ncikazi was happy with what his team did during their DStv Premiership win over SuperSport United.

2021-04-22T13:51:20Z

Gavin Hunt’s comments hints of internal strife at Kaizer Chiefs

It is alarming when Gavin Hunt says he cannot divulge his thoughts on the Kaizer Chiefs' failures, writes Herman Gibbs.

2021-04-23T04:51:37Z

Mamelodi Sundowns parked the bus, says AmaZulu’s Benni McCarthy

AmaZulu Benni McCarthy could not help but take a swipe at league champions Mamelodi Sundowns after the top-of-the-table stalemate at Kings Park.

2021-04-22T06:06:19Z

Bafana Bafana latest | Twist in coaching search as Renard denies SA links!

South Africa’s hopes of seeing Renard on the Bafana bench in the near future appear to be dented after the coach denied applying for the job.

2021-04-22T15:39:38Z

Springbok boost as Handre Pollard returns after 7 months out injured

Springbok Rugby World Cup winner Handre Pollard is set to return from injury in the coming weeks after almost seven months on the sidelines.

2021-04-22T17:54:38Z

IOL Sports Show: ’Father figures’ in IPL will help Marco Jansen, says Wayne Parnell

CAPE TOWN - Proteas all-rounder Wayne Parnell believes Indian Premier League rookie Marco Jansen is “in good hands with all those cricket brains at Mumbai Indians”. Parnell, 31, speaking exclusively on the IOL Sports Show, has played 111 international matches for the Proteas across formats, also begun his IPL career as a 20-year-old just like Jansen has done this season. WATCH: Marco Jansen can bowl in any situation, says Mumbai Indians IPL...

2021-04-23T06:21:42Z

We parked the bus due to fatigue, admits Sundowns’ Manqoba Mngqithi

Mamelodi Sundowns co-coach Manqoba Mngqithi has admitted his men were ’hanging in there’ during their DStv Premiership clash against AmaZulu.

2021-04-22T15:36:24Z

LeBron James and Donald Trump in social media spat

NBA star LeBron James deleted a Twitter post regarding the fatal police shooting of a 16-year-old black girl in his home state of Ohio.

2021-04-23T05:54:52Z

Aleksander Ceferin warns of 'consequences' as clubs face reprisals

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin says the rebel clubs involved in the formation of the now failed European Super League will face consequences.

2021-04-22T18:06:27Z

Dwayne Bravo taught me ’that’ slower ball, says Proteas’ Lungi Ngidi

Proteas and Chennai Super Kings’ fast bowler Lungi Ngidi has credited Dwayne Bravo for teaching him the slow ball that deceived Dinesh Karthik in Wednesday’s Indian Premier League clash.

2021-04-22T15:21:17Z

Great to be part of Bulls, says Marcell Coetzee as new bakkie welcomes him in Pretoria

Former Sharks and Ulster loose forward Marcell Coetzee has completed his move to the Blue Bulls after five years abroad.

2021-04-22T14:21:17Z

Orlando Pirates latest | Could Richard Ofori be lost to Bucs in July?

Orlando Pirates could lose Richard Ofori at the end of the current season just less than a year after signing him from Maritzburg United.

2021-04-22T13:54:30Z

Boost for Springboks’ lock stocks as Eben Etzebeth to return to training

During an interview with Jim Hamilton on The Rugby Pod, Eben Etzebeth said he’d be back in training shortly, which means that he’ll have time to get ready for the Lions Test series.

2021-04-22T05:51:29Z

Most-capped Springboks: The six Bok rugby centurions

We briefly examine the careers of the six most-capped Springboks in the history of South African rugby.

2021-04-22T14:39:58Z

Chippa United latest | More ‘coaching’ changes at the Chilli Boys

Chippa United have again made changes to their technical team, a few days after securing their place in the Nedbank Cup final.

2021-04-22T14:39:34Z

Jomo Sono hoping to sign PSL Player of The Season Themba Zwane!

Jomo Sono has revealed huge transfer plans should his side successfully gain promotion which includes the reigning PSL Player of The Season

2021-04-22T21:54:41Z

Kaizer Chiefs on track for their WORST season ever – all the shocking stats

Stats show that Kaizer Chiefs are in the midst of their WORST EVER season in the PSL's history!

2021-04-22T13:39:33Z

Top SA referee Victor Gomes is going to the Tokyo Olympics

Top SA football referee Victor Gomes has been appointed among the officials to officiate at the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.

2021-04-22T17:39:38Z

Kaizer Chiefs latest | Bucs legend questions Nange’s move to Amakhosi

Bucs legend Benedict ‘Tso’ Vilakazi has questioned Kaizer Chiefs’ decision to bolster their midfield with the signing of Phathutshedzo Nange.

2021-04-23T05:09:51Z

Super League founders wrong to discard sporting merit, says Ancelotti

The founders of the European Super League made a mistake by creating a closed competition not based on sporting merit, says Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti.

2021-04-22T16:51:26Z

We did park the bus, admits Mamelodi Sundowns’ Manqoba Mngqithi

Mamelodi Sundowns co-coach Manqoba Mngqithi has admitted his men were ’hanging in there’ during their DStv Premiership clash against AmaZulu.

2021-04-22T17:21:19Z

Gavin Hunt: European Super League backlash shows football is for the fans

Kaizer Chiefs coach Gavin Hunt says the global condemnation of the proposed European Super League once again emphasises that football is about the fans.

2021-04-22T14:54:40Z

SAFA visit former Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs star Dumisa Ngobe

SAFA visited former Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Dumisa Ngobe at his home in Witbank on Thursday.

2021-04-22T15:09:34Z

Wayde van Niekerk out of World Relays, but Akani Simbine part of Team SA

Akani Simbine will spearhead the South African team at next weekend’s World Athletics Relays championships in Poland.

2021-04-22T16:06:30Z

On This Day: What happened on 23 April?

We look back on this day in history and remember the people and events that shaped the world we live in today. Every day is worth remembering.

2021-04-23T05:09:52Z

Lingard almost 'quit' football due to mental health issues

The 28-year-old forward's form slumped after the World Cup, losing his place in the Manchester United first team.

2021-04-22T15:29:15Z

Tokyo Olympics: Adam Scott says ‘thanks, but no thanks’

Australian golfer Adam Scott has withdrawn his name from consideration for a berth at the Tokyo Olympics.

2021-04-22T18:09:39Z

British athlete Andrea Mason puts SA’s ‘period poverty’ and female reproductive matters in the spotlight

How an iron woman is adding sanitary pads, empathy and dignity to impoverished women’s lives.

2021-04-22T20:33:31Z

Great to be part of Bulls, says Marcell Coetzee as new bakkie welcomes him to Pretoria

Former Sharks and Ulster loose forward Marcell Coetzee has completed his move to the Blue Bulls after five years abroad.

2021-04-22T15:06:13Z

World Rally Championship drives into new territory this weekend with Croatia debut

The Croatia Rally offers a different challenge on a route that has been described as a tantalising mix of asphalt.

2021-04-23T06:44:11Z

Orlando Pirates face goalkeeper crisis ahead of Swallows showdown

Orlando Pirates find themselves in something of a crisis at goalkeeper following their CAF Confederation Cup clash against ES Setif.

2021-04-22T13:54:30Z

Springbok Handre Pollard to return 'soon' after seven months out with injury

Montpellier coach Philippe Saint-Andre says flyhalf Handre Pollard is set to return to action in the coming weeks after seven months on the sidelines due to injury.

2021-04-22T18:51:20Z

There could be good news for Lood de Jager and the Springboks ahead of Lions tour

Lood de Jager’s fitness will be crucial for the Boks, as RG Snyman and Eben Etzebeth have also been battling with injuries in recent months ahead of the Lions tour.

2021-04-22T12:06:13Z

Appeal for Capetonians to donate to Masi rugby club as Rassie lends helping hand

Cape Town businesses and residents have been urged to help raise funds for the Masiphumelele Rugby Club to install field lights on the Noordhoek Sports Grounds.

2021-04-22T16:59:04Z

Manchester United fans break into training ground in protest against Glazers

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was given the uncomfortable task of speaking to the supporters.

2021-04-22T13:09:36Z

Arsenal owners have 'no intention' of selling after Super League backlash

Arsenal's owners do not plan to sell the Premier League club despite the intense backlash following their involvement in the breakaway European Super League, director Josh Kroenke said.

2021-04-23T05:36:40Z

Owen Farrell makes ANOTHER horror tackle! – WATCH

There appears to have been be NO improvement in the tackle technique of England's Owen Farrell!

2021-04-22T13:09:31Z

If Pitso Mosimane doesn’t want the Bafana job, give it to Benni McCarthy

Benni McCarthy could be the perfect candidate for the Bafana Bafana job after Pitso Mosimane, with Safa also looking for someone who'll develop and transform the team, writes Mihlali Baleka.

2021-04-23T06:21:45Z

Virat Kohli reaches 6,000-run IPL landmark as Bangalore stay undefeated

Virat Kohli has become the first batsman in the Indian Premier League to reach 6,000 runs as the Royal Challengers Bangalore maintained their unbeaten start to the season.

2021-04-22T19:36:23Z

Lionel Messi powers Barcelona to big win to remain in La Liga hunt

Lionel Messi scored twice as Barcelona crushed Getafe 5-2 to stay in the hunt for the La Liga title.

2021-04-23T04:36:38Z

Benni McCarthy boasts AmaZulu were better than Mamelodi Sundowns

AmaZulu coach Benni McCarthy believes his charges were the better side in the goalless draw with league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns.

2021-04-22T13:09:34Z

Interim Board says Cricket South Africa’s Members Council speaks with a forked tongue

Cricket South Africa’s Interim Board accused the federation’s Members Council of lying about time constraints in the build up to last week’s Special General Meeting.

2021-04-22T12:21:14Z

Fortune Makaringe urges Orlando Pirates to stay motivated

Orlando Pirates midfielder Fortune Makaringe says his side must stay motivated after their goalless CAF Confederation Cup group stage clash with ES Setif.

2021-04-22T13:09:36Z

Barcelona's Joan Laporta says Super League needed but wants dialogue with UEFA

Barcelona president Joan Laporta says a European Super League is needed, but is against the formation of a closed competition.

2021-04-22T17:51:26Z

Man Utd fans breach training ground security to protest against Glazers

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was forced to speak to around 20 supporters who breached security at the club’s training ground to protest against the Glazer family.

2021-04-22T14:51:24Z

Bafana Bafana latest | The next coach? Who is Carlos Queiroz?

Carlos Queiroz is set to be named Bafana Bafana’s new head coach, and the younger generation of SA football fans may know little about him.

2021-04-23T07:09:57Z

WATCH: Jesse Lingard almost 'quit' football due to mental health issues

Manchester United and West Ham United star Jesse Lingard says his mental health issues made him think about quitting football.

2021-04-22T12:36:16Z

Ryan Mason hopeful Harry Kane will be fit for League Cup final

Tottenham Hotspur interim manager Ryan Mason hopes Harry Kane will be fit in time for Sunday’s League Cup final against Manchester City.

2021-04-22T20:06:35Z

Jamie Vardy strikes for Leicester to boost Premier League top-four bid

Jamie Vardy ended his two-month goal drought as Leicester blitzed West Brom 3-0 on Thursday to strengthen their grip on a Premier League top-four place and snuff out the Baggies' revival.

2021-04-23T04:21:38Z

Alex Ferguson cried tears of joy when Scots qualified for Euro 2020

Former Manchester United manager said he burst into tears when Scotland beat Serbia to qualify for this year’s Euro 2020 championships.

2021-04-22T19:21:26Z

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