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Kaizer Chiefs Under Pressure as Junior Khanye Questions Kaizer Motaung Jr's Leadership
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Kaizer Chiefs Under Pressure as Junior Khanye Questions Kaizer Motaung Jr's Leadership

Former Kaizer Chiefs winger Junior Khanye has questioned sporting director Kaizer Motaung Jr's leadership, raising concerns about his management style, recruitment decisions and willingness to listen to alternative opinions. Khanye has urged the Soweto giants to consider bringing in an experienced football specialist to strengthen their leadership structure.

South Africa Brief Editorial 22 Oct 2026
Bafana Bafana Star Mbekezeli Mbokazi Makes MLS History as Chicago Fire Defender Earns Top-Four Ranking
Sports

Bafana Bafana Star Mbekezeli Mbokazi Makes MLS History as Chicago Fire Defender Earns Top-Four Ranking

South African defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi has earned a place among Major League Soccer's brightest young talents after finishing fourth in the 2026 MLS 22 Under 22 rankings. The Chicago Fire centre-back also leads the selected players with 15 senior international caps, underlining his growing importance for club and country.

South Africa Brief Editorial 22 Oct 2026
Orlando Pirates Urged to Give Sebastian Pedersen a Fair Chance Amid Growing Criticism
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Orlando Pirates Urged to Give Sebastian Pedersen a Fair Chance Amid Growing Criticism

Former Orlando Pirates striker Andries Sebola has defended Sebastian Pedersen amid criticism of the Norwegian forward's slow start at the club. Sebola believes the striker deserves more playing time to adapt to South African football and demonstrate his goalscoring ability.

South Africa Brief Editorial 22 Oct 2026
Orlando Pirates Legend Jerry Sikhosana Slams Club Over Lack of Recognition as Kaizer Chiefs Step In
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Orlando Pirates Legend Jerry Sikhosana Slams Club Over Lack of Recognition as Kaizer Chiefs Step In

Orlando Pirates legend Jerry Sikhosana has expressed frustration over how he believes the club has treated him since his playing days. The former striker says he struggled to obtain match tickets despite his historic contribution, while fierce rivals Kaizer Chiefs showed him greater consideration.

South Africa Brief Editorial 22 Oct 2026
Ronaldo explains national team departure: "The manager broke his word"
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Ronaldo explains national team departure: "The manager broke his word"

Portugal captain reveals details of talks with Jorge Jesus and insists he remains available for Portugal: "I will be available to compete for our national team"

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
Neymar pays tribute to Messi: "The world thanks you for everything you have done for football"
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Neymar pays tribute to Messi: "The world thanks you for everything you have done for football"

The Brazilian shared a dressing room with the Argentine at Barcelona and PSG

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
Women's League: Benfica host Sporting at the Luz on 24 October
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Women's League: Benfica host Sporting at the Luz on 24 October

Reigning six-time champions sit third in the league, behind Sporting and Torreense

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
II Liga: Lourosa host Desp. Chaves in Oliveira de Azeméis
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II Liga: Lourosa host Desp. Chaves in Oliveira de Azeméis

Estádio Carlos Osório hosts fifth II Liga match of the season

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
João Pinheiro appointed for Sp. Braga v Sporting: match officials for matchday eight fixtures
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João Pinheiro appointed for Sp. Braga v Sporting: match officials for matchday eight fixtures

João Gonçalves will take charge of Marítimo v FC Porto, while Luís Godinho referees Benfica v V. Guimarães

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
Messi receives honorary doctorate: "It is a source of pride for me"
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Messi receives honorary doctorate: "It is a source of pride for me"

Argentine honoured by the University of Buenos Aires on the day of his national team farewell

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
Under-21: Portugal 2-0 Czechia (Match report)
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Under-21: Portugal 2-0 Czechia (Match report)

Talent laying claim to senior status

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
Daniel Bragança on leaving Sporting: "The final hours were stressful"
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Daniel Bragança on leaving Sporting: "The final hours were stressful"

Former Lions captain pleased with his move to Italy

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
League: Sporting sell out tickets for trip to Braga
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League: Sporting sell out tickets for trip to Braga

Match is scheduled for Friday

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
VIDEO: Maxi Araújo scores brace and Zalazar nets in Uruguay's thrashing of India
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VIDEO: Maxi Araújo scores brace and Zalazar nets in Uruguay's thrashing of India

Sporting players took centre stage in the 6-1 Uruguayan victory

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
VIDEO: Even security guard wept during Messi's Argentina farewell
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VIDEO: Even security guard wept during Messi's Argentina farewell

Monumental employee had to keep watch on the stands during the Argentine captain's farewell

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
Cristiano sends "a hug" to Messi: "All my respect for what you achieved"
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Cristiano sends "a hug" to Messi: "All my respect for what you achieved"

Portuguese forward commented on a post by the Argentine, who has retired from the Albiceleste national team

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
Boavista: recovery plan rejected, club prepares new proposal
Sports

Boavista: recovery plan rejected, club prepares new proposal

Club still maintains 31 sports disciplines and around 1,500 athletes

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
"Nico Paz deserves to be Argentina's new number ten"
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"Nico Paz deserves to be Argentina's new number ten"

Como director claims attacking midfielder would be a worthy successor

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
Iron defence and devastating attack: the numbers behind the Under-21s' qualifying campaign
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Iron defence and devastating attack: the numbers behind the Under-21s' qualifying campaign

The national side finished qualifying with 35 goals scored, just two conceded, and secured their fourth consecutive appearance at the Under-21 European Championship

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
Kerkez and his father added to list of "enemies of Ukraine" following controversy
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Kerkez and his father added to list of "enemies of Ukraine" following controversy

Liverpool full-back included on "Myrotvorets" platform list

South Africa Brief Newsroom 22 Oct 2026
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