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Will we see Diomande against Sundowns?
As RB Leipzig prepare for their historic clash against Mamelodi Sundowns at the Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium, one name that inevitably comes up in conversation is that of Yan Diomande.
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April 16, 2026
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Watch This Space
South African football has long been celebrated for its flair, embodied in the \"kasi flavour\": a unique style characterized by flashy dribbling and creative but sometimes extravagant individual play.
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April 16, 2026
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Chiefs' contract conundrum
As we enter the final stretch of the season, Kaizer Chiefs have some big calls to make on their squad.
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April 16, 2026
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Still InTouch With...
ABEL SHONGWE (PART 1)
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April 16, 2026
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I like the fact that they're a little bit naughty
At the intersection of football passion and political leadership, Helen Zille offers a perspective that is as sincere as it is unexpected.
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April 16, 2026
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Can Bafana solve scoring woes?
South Africa faces significant challenges as it prepares for the upcoming FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
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April 16, 2026
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My dream is to win everything
From the dusty streets of Sicogi in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, to the bright lights of European football, Yan Diomande’s journey is one shaped by sacrifice, belief, and an unshakable sense of purpose.
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April 16, 2026
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The story behind the scenes...
What needs to be done
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April 16, 2026
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Rele and Appoll key to Bucs' succ
If Orlando Pirates finish the season with a domestic treble in the trophy cabinet, it will most probably be down to the influence of Relebohile Mofokeng and Oswin Appollis.
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April 16, 2026
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Big calls to make
These decisions for Chiefs should not be taken lightly.
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April 16, 2026
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We knew the task was bigger than us
Congratulations to Mamelodi Sundowns on their crucial CAF Champions League semi-final first leg win away to Esperance on Sunday night. It was a gutsy performance by the Brazilians as they showed a lot of character against such a hostile crowd. The atmosphere was unbelievable as Esperance supporters came out in their numbers to try and intimidate their visitors, but the Chloorkop-based team stood their ground and remained resolute.
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April 16, 2026
Soccer Laduma
Who will partner Mbokazi at the World Cup?
Seven matches into his spell with Chicago Fire, Mbekezeli Mbokazi has settled quickly, performed consistently and shown the kind of composure that suggests Bafana Bafana have found their defensive anchor ahead of the World Cup. But the question remains, who will partner the 20-year-old former Orlando Pirates defender at the FIFA World Cup? Soccer Laduma's Demain Faver investigates.
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April 16, 2026
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I was the chosen one
From Stellenbosch to London, South African defender, Tylon Smith, has enjoyed a meteoric rise over the past few months, and he has reaped the rewards with a move to English Championship side Queens Park Rangers. After helping South Africa's U20 side, Amajita, to victory at the U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and winning Player of the Tournament, Smith earned new opportunities, including his maiden call-up to the senior national team and his nomination for CAF Young Player of the Year.
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April 16, 2026
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They will try to bully Sundowns
REVOLVING COLUMN
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April 16, 2026
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I expect Pirates to be there
Hola Soccer Laduma readers On Pirates’ costly slip-up Just last week I spoke about the excitement of this stage of the season and then Orlando Pirates dropped two crucial points against Richards Bay FC last Friday.
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April 16, 2026
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Mofokeng is a special talent
Hola Soccer Laduma readers,
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April 09, 2026
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We feel that moment is very close
With the season entering its decisive phase, Magesi FC find themselves locked in a battle to preserve their topflight status.
7 min |
April 09, 2026
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Don't blame the League
A lot has been happening on social media, where people have had views on the current Betway Premiership title race between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns.
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April 09, 2026
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I was happy to play against Chiefs
Golden Arrows have intro- -duced another young talent from the amateur ranks, Ntandoyenkosi Mabaso. The defender joined the Betway Premiership side after guiding Midlands Wanderers FC to the Motsepe Foundation Championship.. In this inter- view with Soccer Laduma’s Siya Gijana, the 21-year-old speaks about his ambitions, his Betway Premiership experience, Man- qoba Mngqithi’s influence on him since he joined Arrows, club objectives and more.
7 min |
April 09, 2026
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How Chiefs score their goals
After 21 Betway Premiership matches this season, Kaizer Chiefs have netted a paltry 22 goals despite having over 300 shots in their matches, just 11 fewer efforts than Mamelodi Sundowns.
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April 09, 2026
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Still InTouch With...PORTIA MODISE
Portia Modise will always be remembered as an icon of women's football in South Africa, where she played alongside the likes of Veronica Phewa, Joan Solomons, Mpumi Nyandeni and Maude Khumalo.
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April 09, 2026
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There are a lot of incentives involved
On the Nedbank Cup semi-finals
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April 09, 2026
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Bafana's race against time
Bafana Bafana will return to the FIFA World Cup for the first time since hosting the tournament in 2010. Hugo Broos' side finds itself in a tricky group with co-hosts Mexico, Czechia and South Korea. As the 1996 African champions prepare for the global showpiece, former South African goalkeeping coach at the 2002 FIFA World Cup, Farouk Abrahams, sat down with Soccer Laduma's Junaid Benjamin to discuss tactics, personnel, and the team's readiness for the tournament.
7 min |
April 09, 2026
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This football club is like Rome
The future of a coach in a North African club is as unpredictable as the Cape Town weather. One moment you are being praised for good results, but the next day you could be packing your bags and heading home.
4 min |
April 09, 2026
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I was very nervous, I won't lie
There are some players who walk away from the game when the final whistle blows on their professional careers – and then there are those like Innocent Mdledle, for whom football remains a lifelong calling. Spotted recently at the Epic Tshwane Top 4 in Irene, Mdledle rolled back the years with a standout performance for Dithlake Masters, reminding many of the quality and grit that once saw him rise through the ranks to play for Orlando Pirates. But beyond the touches, tackles and laughter shared with former teammates and rivals, there was something deeper – a clear, unwavering love for the beautiful game. Now part of the Dithlake Masters project, Mdledle is among a growing group of former professionals who have found renewed purpose through football. In this interview with Soccer Laduma’s Masebe Qina, the former left-back reflects on his journey from the dusty fields of Witbank to the bright lights of Pirates, the challenges that nearly broke him, and the passion that continues to drive him long after his professional career ended.
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April 09, 2026
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Good signs, but improvement needed
For years, Chiefs have struggled to score the number of goals expected for a club of their stature.
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April 09, 2026
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Are Soweto derby warning signs ignored?
Few fixtures in world football carry the weight, passion and history of a Soweto derby between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs.
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April 09, 2026
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Can Sundowns knock out Esperance again?
Goolam Valodia was the Performance Analyst during the last two seasons when Mamelodi Sundowns played Esperance in the CAF Champions League.
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April 09, 2026
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It's not a shock to me
Masilo Modubi is one of those South Africans who are making progress in Europe without a lot of attention back home. Based in Belgium, the former national U23 midfielder is slowly establishing himself as a coach in Belgium and is gaining respect in a continent that does not always open doors to black coaches. Soccer Laduma's Tshepang Mailwane got in touch with the former Bafana Bafana midfielder to find out how he got the job at Turkse FC and to get insight into being known as the 'African Pep' in Belgium.
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April 09, 2026
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The dynamic of the team changed
Steve Barker has carved a legacy as one of South Africa's most underrated coaches.
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