Soccerzela • Issue 11 • 2020

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TALK TIME WITH CELLULAR MAAKE

SENZO MEYIWA’S LEGACY

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ED’S note Welcome to Issue 11 of the Soccerzela monthly magazine. The 2020/2021 season is well and truly underway with a number of new teams yet strangely packed with familiar faces. We took a look at all of the squad lists ahead of the close of the transfer window.

While South Africa rightfully focuses on justice being served in terms of the killing of former Bafana Bafana and Orlando Pirates superstar Senzo Meyiwa over six years ago, many have forgotten the rich legacy Ndzori left behind. We relived his inspiring journey in football which saw him become the Bafana Bafana number one before tragically being murdered.

Themba Zwane was the voted as the 2019/2020 Player of the Season, an accolade which many believe came far too late for the Mamelodi Sundowns superstar, however where does he sit on the list of South African football greats and what does he need to do to reach the top?

We also caught up with one of the current kingpins of South African social media Cellular Maake, the son of Kaizer Chiefs super-fan Sadam Maake, regarding his passion for football and plans on the administrative side of the game. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride.

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contents CHAT CORNER THE PHENOMENAL BRAND THAT IS ‘MSHISHI’

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LEGENDS SENZO MEYIWA’S LEGACY

ZELA EXCLUSIVE TALK TIME WITH CELLULAR MAAKE

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PSL 2020/2021 GUIDE DSTV PREMIERSHIP FIRST ROUND FIXTURES

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BY HAPPY MASANGO

To the eye, you wouldn’t necessarily picture a midfield imposer who has dominated the Premier Soccer League when you look at him. Zwane cuts a diminutive figure and lacks the pace and power associated with the modern day athlete. However, what he lacks in physicality is more than compensated for in technical ability. In one word, Themba Zwane is best described as ‘silky’.

Football is known as the beautiful game and players like Zwane personify this in its pristine form. His match awareness is second to none and that telepathic reading is supplemented to perfection by his sublime feet. Magical touch after magical touch at Mamelodi Sundowns. It’s almost a crime against football that it has taken ‘Mshishi’ this long to be awarded with the top footballer in the PSL awards.

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Zwane has been amongst the top performers in the league for a number of years, but it was actually Clive Barker who spotted his brilliance when he was sent out on loan to Mpumalanga Black Aces from Mamelodi Sundowns in 2013. Barker went as far as saying Mshishi reminded him of the great Doctor Khumalo.

Many might have thought Clive Barker was over-exaggerating when he singled out Themba Zwane as the best player the former Bafana Bafana coach had ever worked with. However Mshishi is beginning to peak and not many can argue that he’s right up there among the best.

Following on from the belief of Barker, Zwane has tasted his greatest success with former mentor Pitso Mosimane.

Mosimane and Zwane have walked a long but trophy-laden journey right to the top of African football together. “I would like to thank coach Pitso for everything he has done for us as a team‚ and we wish him the best for his new challenge‚” Zwane said following his PSL Player of the Season triumph.

“And for the coaches we have now‚ obviously we are willing to work hard and try to give them what they want from us as a team - to win and achieve.

“He (Pitso) has played a big role in the team - and for the country

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MOSIMANE AND ZWANE HAVE WALKED A LONG BUT TROPHY-LADEN JOURNEY RIGHT TO THE TOP OF AFRICAN FOOTBALL TOGETHER.

- including the players. He would always motivate the guys to work hard. His mental attitude is to always be on your toes and don’t take things for granted – you play one game, forget about it and focus on the next. You keep moving forward. Always improving and never settling for mediocrity.

“Coach Pitso was always motivating me and pushing me: Mshishi, you need to create more; Mshishi, you need to score more; Mshishi, you need to make the team play; you need to take care of yourself so you can avoid injuries. I really appreciate working with him.”

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Zwane has already won 11 domestic trophies including five League titles while conquering Africa after winning both the Champions League and Super Cup. The next step for him is to firmly place his name amongst the country’s greats and to lead Bafana Bafana to glory; and for this to happen, Clive Barker believes it is of utmost importance that Molefi Ntseki builds his national team around Themba Zwane.

“Build the team around Themba Zwane. In different ways, he reminds me a lot of Doctor Khumalo. He is not as good as Doctor but he creates things and scores goals‚ he gets himself in the box where he is very good.

I was delighted to watch his career and I think we can build around him,” the former AFCON winning coach said.

Zwane himself has acknowledged it’s time to start achieving something with the national team, “Yes, it is true I haven’t enjoyed the same type of success I’ve been enjoying with Sundowns. I want to change that with the national team. I believe it is possible. We reached the quarter-finals in the 2019 Afcon and we have to keep progressing until we reach the pinnacle.”

“I also want to win something with my country. If I can do that, I’ll be a very happy man. It’s all about knowing your opponents

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ZWANE’S 2019/20 CAMPAIGN WILL BE WIDELY REGARDED AS THE CROWNING MOMENT OF HIS CAREER AFTER INSPIRING MAMELODI SUNDOWNS TO A DOMESTIC TREBLE.

very well. We do a lot of research at Sundowns about our opponents. We’ve also got the ability to win games away from home but the national team is progressing as far as I’m concerned. Hopefully we will deliver soon.”

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Zwane’s 2019/20 campaign will be widely regarded as the crowning moment of his career after inspiring Mamelodi Sundowns to a domestic treble – the Absa Premiership, Nedbank Cup and Telkom Knockout. The 31-year-old still has at least 3 more years of football left in him should everything go according to plan.

him inspire me. They are team legends and I too, want to be a legendary Sundowns player one day. We’ve been doing well and working with the coaches preparing for the new season.

It feels good that we are ready to do battle this season again. I know it won’t be easy but we are going to go out and fight till the end once more.”

“It was a great season, working with these talented guys at the club, as they pushed me to play my best and everyone on the team worked hard. We as a team are in a great environment; we want to push and win trophies – it’s what our club is about. I want to continue to fight for the team.

I want to achieve more,” Zwane added regarding his triumph at the PSL awards.

One definite area in which many people fault Themba Zwane in is the finishing department. While he’s beginning to find the back of the net more consistently as he ages, many argue that he’s not ruthless enough in front of goal and the Mamelodi Sundowns attacker admitted that it’s a part of his game where there is a need for improvement.

“Some players, such as Surprise Moriri, have played for the club before me, and players like

“It’s getting there, but I need to improve my finishing and make the right decisions in the final third. Our combination play is becoming better and improving greatly but there is room for improvement with regards to finishing.”

In years to come, football fans will celebrate this era as the greatest in Mamelodi Sundowns’ history, not only for the long list of trophies but more importantly for that phenomenal brand of play that set the standards for South African football going forward.

Zwane has been at the core of it alongside the likes of Hlompho Kekana and Dennis Onyango. Ù

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TIMEOUT WITH

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BY HAPPY MASANGO

The name Freddie Saddam Maake will go on to be remembered for life after he invented the ‘Vuvuzela’. Maake, a superfan of Kaizer Chiefs is one of the household fan names of South African football and his legacy is slowly being passed on to his son Cellular Maake.

Cellular Maake has been taking social media by storm recently.

The Soccerzela team caught up with the sport development enthusiast who just graduated from the University of Johannesburg, regarding his journey with Kaizer Chiefs alongside his famous father, his

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classroom ambitions and his future plans.

Q: At what age did your passion for football begin at?

A: Honestly, the passion for football began when I was very young. Growing up in a family that’s passionate about sport makes one to be passionate as well. But around 2010 that’s when I realised sport lives in me and I’ll also look at making it my career.

Q: Tell us about how you began to support Kaizer Chiefs? Was it something you inherited from your father or was it a decision of your own?

A: I wouldn’t say I inherited it from my dad. It was easy to

choose Kaizer Chiefs because they were winning trophies and a big team. And, I was told about their rich history which made it easier for me to support them.

Q: You recently graduated with a sports management qualification, what are your plans with that?

A: Well, one day I hope to be the first African FIFA President. I want to change sport and end corruption. But with my short term goal, I want to engage with sport development in our country and ensure South African sport is at the highest level and that we have more Gold Medals during Olympics as well. We need to take sport very seriously in our

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WELL, ONE DAY I HOPE TO BE THE FIRST AFRICAN FIFA PRESIDENT. I WANT TO CHANGE SPORT AND END CORRUPTION.

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country as we have massive potential. So I’d want to ensure there’s lots of investment coming in to sport.

Q: What are some of the fondest/craziest football memories you have from attending games with your dad?

A: It was during the 2010 World Cup. Attending the opening match was something I’ll never forget. In fact I’d cherish it for the rest of my life. Meeting different people from different countries gave me an idea that sport is big and can unite people.

Q: Kaizer Chiefs have been struggling to win trophies in recent years. What do you think is the problem at Naturena and how can they fix it?

A: We all know the biggest problem is the management at Kaizer Chiefs - the decisions they making are killing the club. They actually run a business instead of running a soccer team. Either way, with Gavin Hunt, all I’m hoping for is that he’ll be given freedom to choose his team and introduce the new game style that’s going be entertaining and help us win the trophies. And also play the payers from our development. I just want the team to return back to winning ways Q: After the heartbreaking end to last season and the current transfer ban, what are your expectations for Kaizer Chiefs this season?

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A: I’m also happy that with this FIFA ban, it’ll help us in using our development players and rebuild a project that’s going last longer. I believe many of players at Kaizer Chiefs don’t deserve to play for this club. So it’s better with Gavin

ATTENDING THE OPENING MATCH WAS SOMETHING I’LL NEVER FORGET. IN FACT I’D CHERISH IT FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE. Hunt building his own project with youth players that are going to last longer and learn about our history while getting rid of the deadwood.

So yes, more youth and building a solid side to compete in the future.

Q: Who is your favourite South African footballer of all time and why?

A: It has to be Simphiwe Tshabalala. I’ve always loved him from the day he joined Kaizer Chiefs. I’m lucky enough to have met him in person. He’s a humble guy and always smiling.

His football history says a lot about him. He was so dedicated and passionate about playing Kaizer Chiefs throughout his career and that’s why he went on to achieve so much for the club.

Q: Who is your favourite international footballer of all time and why?

A: It has to be Lionel Messi, unbelievable player. He’s actually an alien that one, the things he does are extraordinary. He’s gifted by God. I’m also pleased I had the opportunity to see him play because our generation will speak a lot about him in future.

The records he has broken are going to last for a long time to come.

Q: As the famous Cellular, what advice do you have for the South African youth in general?

A: To believe in yourself at all times, self confidence is key in making it in life. Always do what you love. Don’t let people’s comments downgrade you.

Never judge people, focus in school and always respect elders. Use your talent to make the most out of your life. Ù

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AMAZULU FC 2020/2021

Goalkeepers

Midfielders

Ntsundwana Somila

New arrivals:

Boshoff Neil

Chawapiwa Talent

Sikhakhane Thembela

Mulenga Augustine

Mbatha Siyabonga

Darpoh Samuel Mensah

Sithebe Siyethemba

Mlambo Xola

Olwethu Mzimela

De Jong Andre

Tshabalala Siphiwe

Mkhize Sicelo

Defenders Booysen Mario Gumede Mbongeni Mabiliso Sbusiso Madela Ntuthuko Masilela Tsepo Mzava Limbikani Nyongo Tapelo Mgwazela Samkelo

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Dlamini Mfanafikile

Mgwazela Samkelo

Maduna Sphesihle

Forwards

Makhaula Makhelene

Magaqa Sbusiso

Hlalele Charlie

Mzava Limbikani

Makhaula Makhehlene

Khumalo Sandile

Memela Amigo

Memela Amigo

Magubane Siphelele

Madela Ntuthuko

Mkhize Sicelo

Majoro Lehlohonolo

Mthembu Siphelele

Mlambo Xola

Mthembu Siphelele

Ntsundwana Somila

Mulenga Augustine

Ngubane Thokozani

Tshabalala Siphiwe

Ncube Butholezwe

Ntuli Bongi

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BAROKA FC 2020/2021 Goalkeepers

Ananias Gebhardt

Mogale Tshidiso Patjie

Elvis Chipezeze

Cheslyn Jampies

Thabo Nemukondeni

Oscarine Masuluke

Matome Kgoetyane

Thamsanqa Masiya Kgosto Maloka

Lloyd Junior Kazapua Sikhumbuzo Ncube

Midfielders

Kgodiso Monama

Tshego Molapo

Tebogo Mokgobo

Gerald Phiri Junior

Manuel Kambala Defenders

Goodman Mosele

Attackers

Denwin Farmer Vusi

Lindani Nkabinde

Prince Nxumalo

Sibiya Bonginkosi

Nhlanhla Mgaga

Makume Mfanafuthi

Rodwell Chinyengetere

Richard Mbulu Jemondre Dickens

Shozi Lawrence

Augustine Mahlonoko

Ntswane Elliot Seema

Kagiso Selemela Thuso

Martin Nsimba Siseko Manona Evidence Makgopa Sello Molewa Naeem Amoojee Wonderboy Makhubu Lungelo Nguse New arrivals Cheslyn Jampies Kgodiso Monama Oscarine Masuluke Wonderboy Makhubu Elliot Seema Naeem Amoojee Jemondre Dickens

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Goalkeepers Peter Leeuwenburgh Samora Motloung Marc Anderson

CAPE TOWN CITY FC 2020/2021

Reid Bombay

Attackers Bradley Ralani

Defenders

Aubrey Ngoma

Taariq Fielies

Shaquille Abrahams

Giannis Potouridis

Charles Zulu

Abbubaker Mobara

Olwethu Nyembe

Keanu Cupido

Fagrie Lakay

Edmilson Dove

Tashreeq Morris

Terrence Mashego

Akosah Bempah

Thamsanqa Mkhize

Prince Agyemang Jermaine George

Midfielders

Diego Appollis

Craig Martin Sanele Gaxa

New arrivals

Mpho Matsi

Prince Agyemang

Mduduzi Mdantsane

Charles Zulu

Zukile Kewuti

Reid Bombay

Shans Roberts

Sanele Gaxa

Thabo Nodada

Terrence Mashego

Zaakir Allie

Aubrey Ngoma

Mpho Makola

Mpho Matsi

Duncan Adonis

Eyona Ndondo

Taahir Goedeman

Jermaine George

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CHIPPA UNITED 2020/2021 Goalkeepers

Midfielders

Attackers

Veli Mothwa

Ryan Rae

Maloisane Ramasimong

Mlungisi Mazibuko

Xolani Maholo

Athini Jodwana

Frédéric Nsabiyumva

Masixole Nkewana

Thabiso Lebitso

Sizwe Mdlinzo

Vuyolwethu Dinge

Defenders Isaac Nhlapo

Avela Cezu

Silas Maziya

Riaan Hanamub

Mduduzi Sibeko

Bulumko Ceki

Mzikayise Mashaba

Tumiso Mogakwe

Kurt Lentjies

Andile Mbenyane

Ronaldo Maarman

Bienvenu Eva Nga

Zusakhe Sali

Augustine Chidi Kwem

Sithembiso Ngobe Gregory Damons Akhona Manqola Maloisane Mokhele

Thokozani Sekotlong

New arrivals Sizwe Mdlinzo Tumiso Mogakwe Sthembiso Ngobe Isaac Nhlapo Bienvenu Eva Nga Riaan Hanamub Maloisane Ramasimong Ryan Rae Akhona Manqola Avela Cezu

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KAIZER CHIEFS 2020/2021

Goalkeepers

Midfielders

Itumeleng Khune

Willard Katsande

Daniel Akpeyi

Teddy Akumu

Bruce Bvuma

Njabulo Blom

Brylon Petersen

Kearyn Baccus

Karabo Molefe

Lebogang Manyama Siphelele Ntshangase

Defenders

Nkosingiphile Ngcobo

Daniel Cardoso

Dumisani Zuma

Eric Mathoho Siyabonga Ngezana

Attackers

Philani Zulu

Keletso Sifama

Siphosakhe Ntiya-Ntiya

Lebohang Lesako

Yagan Sasman

Khama Billiat

Happy Mashiane

Bernard Parker

Ramahlwe Mphahlele

Leonardo Castro

Reeve Frosler

Samir Nurkovic

Kgotso Moleko

Lazarous Kambole

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GOLDEN ARROWS 2020/2021 Goalkeepers

Mzwandile Buthelezi

Midfielders

Nkosingiphile Gumede

Siyavuya Ndlovu

Danny Phiri

Maximilian Mbaeva

Divine Lunga

Gladwin Shitolo

Edmore Sibanda

Zolani Nkombelo

Boikanyo Komane

Sifiso Mlungwana

Kyle Davies

Seth Parusnath

Siyabonga Dube

Thabo Molefe

Defenders

Nkosinathi Sibisi

Lungelo Dube

Trevor Mathiane

Mthokozisi Dube

Thabani Zuke

Sello Motsepe

Romario Dlamini

Kaleb Parusnath

Knox Mutizwa

Sanele Mathenjwa

Michael Gumede

Siphamandla Sabelo

Thando Khwela

Pule Mmodi

Nkosikhona Dube

Bongani Kama

Nduduzo Siiya Ntsako Makhubela

New arrivals Boikanyo Komane

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Attackers

Nkosikhona Dube

Richard Matloga

Mthokozisi Dube

Lindokuhle Mtshali

Sello Motsepe

Velemseni Ndwandwe

Gladwin Shitolo

Siboniso Conco

Pule Mmodi

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Defenders

Denis Onyango

Rivaldo Coetzee

Reyaad Pieterse

Ricardo Nascimento

Kennedy Mweene

Motjeka Madisha

Ricardo Goss

Wayne Arendse Bangaly Soumahoro Mosa Lebusa Tebogo Langerman Thapelo Morena

Lebohang Maboe

Phakamani Mahlambi

Nyiko Mobbie

Lyle Lakay

Lesedi Kapinga

Khuliso Mudau

Keletso Makgalwa

Midfielders

Promise Mkhuma

New arrivals

Sphelele Mkhulise

George Maluleka

Andile Jali

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Aubrey Modiba

Mothobi Mvala

Attackers

Ricardo Goss

Tiyani Mabunda

Anthony Laffor

Kermit Erasmus

Hlompho Kekana

Katlego Otladisa

Haashim Domingo

Sibusiso Khumalo

Gift Motupa

Gift Motupa

George Maluleka

Haashim Domingo

Mothobi Mvala

Grant Margeman

Gastรณn Sirino

Peter Shalulile

Aubrey Modiba

Mauricio Affonso

Grant Margerman

Sibusiso Vilakazi

Peter Shalulile

Lesedi Kapinga

Themba Zwane

Kermit Erasmus

Khuliso Mudau

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Goalkeepers

Daniel Morgan

Nathanael Mbourou

Bongani Mpandle

Farès Hachi

Bandile Shandu Ujaun

Jethren Barr

Tebogo Tlolane

McDonald Mxolisi

Sebastian Mwange

Malebogo Modise

Kunene Deolin Mekoa

Pogiso Sanoka

Daylon Claasen

Defenders

Sibusiso Hlubi

Kwanda Mngonyama

Midfielders

Rushine De Reuck

Lungelo Bhengu

Attackers

Nazeer Allie

Phumlani Ntshangase

Judas Moseamedi

Sizwe Muthwa

Keagan Buchanan

José Alí Meza

Riyaaz Ismail

Lindokuhle Sithole

Thabiso Kutumela Clive Augusto Tyroane Sandows Bongokuhle Hlongwane New Arrivals José Alí Meza Riyaaz Ismail Sibusiso Hlubi Malebogo Modise Tebogo Tlolane Sebastian Mwange Farès Hachi Deolin Mekoa Tyroane Sandows

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ORLANDO PIRATES 2020/2021 Goalkeepers

Paseka Mako

Collins Makgaka

Tshegofatso Mabasa

Richard Ofori

Bongani Sam

Nkanyiso Zungu

Terrence Dzvukamanja

Wayne Sandilands

Wayde Jooste

Linda Mntambo

Zakhele Lepasa

Siyabonga Mpontshane

Thabiso Monyane

Yusuf Maart

Abel Mabaso Defenders

Siphumelele Mbulu

Thulani Hlatshwayo

New arrivals Attackers

Wayde Jooste

Deon Hotto

Thuhlani Hlatshwayo

Happy Jele

Midfielders

Thembinkosi Lorch

Deon Hotto

Ntsikelelo Nyauza

Thabang Monare

Kabelo Dlamini

Terrence Dzuvkamanja

Sandile Mthethwa

Siphesihle Ndlovu

Maliele Vincent Pule

Collins Makgaka

Lehlohonolo Mtshali

Ben Motshwari

Austin Muwowo

Thabanag Monare

Innocent Maela

Fortune Makaringe

Gabadinho Mhango

Richard Ofori

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BLOEMFONTEIN CELTIC 2020/2021 Goalkeepers

Ronald Pfumbidzai

Ryan De Jong

Sello Matjila

Jackson Mabokwane

Sifiso Ngobeni

Shadrack Kobedi

Tebogo Potsane

Mondli Mpoto

Keabetswe Mabe

Kgotso Mofokeng

Andile Fikizolo

Sipho Chaine

Langa Mvana

Given Mashikinya

Menzi Masuku

Aviwe Nyamende

Siphelele Luthuli

Victor Letsoalo

Defenders

Mpusana Tani

Harris Tchilimbou

Sera Motebang

Mbhazima Rikhotso

Matshego Nyapoli

Neo Maema

Rendani Ndou

Mzwanele Mahahshe

Ndumiso Mabena

Thato Lingwati

Midfielders

Teboho Khasipe

Robert Smith

Attackers

Jabulani Ncobeni

Justice Chabalala

Lantshene Phalane

Tumelo Njoti

Robert Smith

Mokone Mereko

Lucky Baloyi

Jabulani Ncobeni

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STELLEBOSCH FC 2020/2021 Goalkeepers

Asavela Mbekile

Attackers

New arrivals

Sage Stephens

Ally Msengi

Leletu Skelem

Junior Mandieta

Lee Langeveldt

Tshireletso Motsogi Chade Roman

Dillon Solomons

Zitha Macheke

Jayden Adams

Ryan Moon

Sage Stephens

Waseem Isaacs

Molahlehi Khunyedi

Dean David Van Rooyen

Roy-Keane Avontuur

Ashley Du Preez

Azeemud-Deen Brenner

Daylan Hawes Keegan Pool Defenders Sibusiso Mthethwa

JĂşnior Mendieta Diego Franco Molahlehi Khunyedi

Robyn Johannes Alan Robertson Mogamad De Goede Tristan Hanslo Inga Nyeleka Mark van Heerden Zwelethu Ndlovu Azeemud-Deen Brenner Zitha Macheke Kristopher Bergman Bongane Mathabela Roy-Keane Avontuur Midfielders Nathan Sinkala Jarrod Moroole Granwald Scott

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SUPERSPORT UNITED 2020/2021 Goalkeepers:

Siyabonga Nhlapo

Gape Moralo

Ronwen Williams

Keenan Phillips

Moses Waiswa

George Chigova Boalefa Pule

Oswin Appollis Midfielders

Bradley Grobler

Mpho Mathebula

Attackers

Defenders

Selaelo Rasebotja

Kudakwashe Mahachi

Bongani Khumalo

Athenkosi Dlala

Zama Rambuwane

New arrivals

Clayton Daniels

Teboho Mokoena

Khanyisile Mayo

Iqraam Rayners

Luke Fleurs

Sipho Mbule

Ghampani Lungu

Lucky Mohomi

Thatayaone Ditlhokwe

Jamie Webber

Guily Manziba

Keenan Phillips

Onismor Bhasera

Lucky Mohomi

Evans Rusike

Mpho Mathebula

Grant Kekana

Jesse Donn

Iqraam Rayners

George Chigova

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TTM 2020/2021 Goalkeepers

Meshack Maphangule

Washington Arubi

Thabo Mnyamane

Brighton Mhlongo

Farai Madhanaga

Simon Mamudzidi

Mogakolodi Ngele Brandon Theron

Defenders

Mondo Mpambaniso

Nicholus Lukhubeni Ayanda Nkili

Attackers

Tebogo Thangwane

Lerato Lamola

Lehlohonolo Nonyane

Thembisani Nevhulamba

Tshepo Makgoga Lebogang Mabotja

Justin Shonga Nedzamba Aluwane

Midfielders Miguel Timm Philip Ndlondlo Celimpilo Ngema Tholang Masegela Edgar Manaka

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BLACK LEOPARDS 2020/21

Khomotso Masia

Robert Ng’ambi

Roggert Nyundu

Thivhavhudzi Ndou

Dax Adrianarimanana

Thobani Mncwango

Joseph Douhadjii

Mumuni Abubakar

Cuthbert Malajila

Pentjie Zulu

Wiseman Maluleke

Sibusiso Khumalo

Donald Makgetlwa

New arrivals

Goalkeepers

Siyabonga Zulu

Tebogo Sodi

Rodrick Kabwe

Jonas Mendes

Tsheamo Mashoene

King Ndlovu

Tebogo Makobela

Attackers

Tebogo Makobela

Rotshidwa Muleka

Andiswa Ndawonde

Rodrick Kabwe

Sibusiso Khumalo

Lefa Hlongwane

Tebogo Sodi

Midfielders

Xolani Ndlovu

Roggert Nyundu

Defenders

Tebogo Modiba

Onyedekachi Ononogbu

Tsepo Matsimbi

Tsepo Matsimbi

Sibongiseni Mthethwa

Tiklas Thutlwa

Sibongiseni Mthethwa

Donashano Malama

Thabiso Mokoena

Tumelo Khutlang

Onyedekachi Ononogbu

Rendani Maduwa

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SENZO MEYIWA’S

LEGACY

BY ZAAHID NANABHAY

It’s been six years since the passing of former Orlando Pirates legend and Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa. And while the focus remains on justice, we often forget the legacy ‘Ndzori’ left behind.

Senzo Meyiwa was murdered by unknown gunmen in October 2014 whilst visiting his girlfriend Kelly Khumalo in Vosloorus, and after six long years, some progress is being made with regards to solving the case.

Police Minister Bheki Cele said the five suspects arrested in connection with the killing of Bafana Bafana Captain Senzo Meyiwa would appear in the Boksburg Magistrates Court on Tuesday, 27 October 2020. Cele and National Police Commissioner Khehla Sithole gave an update on the protracted murder case of the former Bafana Bafana and Orlando Pirates captain.

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NDZORI MADE HIS FIRST BREAKTHROUGH IN 2000 WHEN HE MADE HE MARK AT THE COCA-COLA UNDER U17 PROVINCIAL TOURNAMENT AS A 13-YEAR-OLD.

Cele said the five arrests were made on Monday morning in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal.

“These arrests are a result of a multi-disciplinary integrated approach to this investigation, which is working closely with the director of public prosecutions.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) and the prosecution team are confident that we have a watertight case against all five suspects.”

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Despite the arrests, the public have once again been left frustrated after the suspects claimed they were being wrongfully arrested.

Many believed the spectacle was just another tactic used by law enforcement to ease tensions regarding the lack of justice being served.

The five men arrested in connection with Senzo Meyiwa’s murder refused to step inside the dock. They were led into the courtroom but refused to comply, arguing they did not commit the crime and police were using them to protect those actually responsible for killing Meyiwa.

One of the suspects claims they were arrested back in August while another told the court they want the media present to capture what he calls the thuggery in this murder case.

Accused number four claimed he didn’t see the need for a lawyer because he didn’t kill the former Bafana captain. The suspects have been named as Muzikawukhulelwa S’themba Sibiya, Bongani Sandiso Ntanzi, Mthobisi Prince Mncube, Mthokoziseni Ziphozonke Maphosa, Sifokuhle Nkani Ntuli.

It remains to be seen whether justice will actually be served.

However, in all of the frustration, we have undoubtedly forgotten the legacy of Senzo Meyiwa.

Born Senzo Robert Meyiwa in the township of Umlazi, south

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west of Durban in KwaZulu Natal. Ndzori made his first breakthrough in 2000 when he made he mark at the Coca-Cola under U17 provincial tournament as a 13-year-old. Meyiwa was then scouted by Orlando Pirates after representing KwaZuluNatal and joined their academy shortly thereafter.

AMIDST THE CHAOS SURROUNDING THE SENZO MEYIWA CASE AND THE DESPERATE YEARNING FOR JUSTICE, MANY HAVE FORGOTTEN ABOUT THE RICH LEGACY THE GOALKEEPER LEFT BEHIND.

In 2006, Senzo Meyiwa was rewarded for his hard work at academy level and made his PSL debut in a 2-1 victory over AmaZulu. Ndzori became the Orlando Pirates number one during the 2007/08 season.

The arrival of Moeneeb Joseph however, meant that he’d have to play second fiddle for the next four years. disturbing levels of poverty, to the highest class of society being unable to enjoy any of their good fortune due to the disastrous levels of crime (and everything else in between); leaving any form of a positive legacy is a tough ask.

It was in 2012 when Senzo Meyiwa’s patience paid off after wholeheartedly grabbing the number one position at Orlando Pirates following an injury to Josephs.

Meyiwa made a total of six appearances for Bafana Bafana in which he kept five clean sheets while conceding just one goal.

He was pivotal in South Africa qualifying for the 2015 AFCON, but was unfortunately gunned down before the tournament.

Senzo Meyiwa would go on to represent everything good about South Africa during his playing career. Every football fan will tie ‘patience’ with Ndzori while most teammates of the

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deceased marvelled at his ability to forgive, his ability to make those around him smile and most of all his courage.

In a society ridden with challenges, from the lowest class not knowing where their next meal is coming from due to the

The Senzo Meyiwa legacy that should never be forgotten Amidst the chaos surrounding the Senzo Meyiwa case and the desperate yearning for justice, many have forgotten about the rich legacy the goalkeeper left behind. We take a look at what some of his former teammates and opponents had to say about the unique qualities he developed with the hope of inspiring a nation desperate for inspiration.

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“He had a great future ahead of him. He had an amazing sense of humour. There was never a dull moment when he was around. This was how we were every weekend, cracking jokes.” – Siyabonga Nomvethe.

“Senzo Meyiwa was patient for nine years. He played second fiddle to Josephs, but he never sulked and he was consistent in his mannerism. He taught me what patience is.” – Dr. Irvin Khoza.

“Some people come into our lives, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never the same again. We have lost a fellow soldier and a friend in the world that we live.” – Teko Modise.

“I remember the technical team needing to pick a keeper at Under-23 and they suggested cutting us in half so we both could play, but Senzo Meyiwa didn’t give up even when I was number one for Bafana, he kept fighting, and it was his

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hard work that earned him that jersey when I got injured. As youngsters we both dreamt of being number one for the country.” – Itumeleng Khune.

“Senzo Meyiwa was a great. He enjoyed cracking jokes and there was always laughter whenever he was around. You would hardly find him angry and even if something had happened to him, he would get over it quickly.” – Siyabonga Sangweni.

The king of Lubumbashi It was on a tense afternoon in the Democratic Republic of Congo where Senzo Meyiwa’s courage and bravery gripped the entire footballing world.

Orlando Pirates faced the formidable task of beating African giants TP Mazembe away from home to progress in the CAF Champions League.

One of the most intimidating crowds in the world along with some questionable refereeing

decisions meant the Buccaneers were up against 13 men on the day. Orlando Pirates captain Lucky Lekgwati was sent off himself however up stepped Senzo Meyiwa with a performance that no onlooker would ever forget.

Senzo Meyiwa made a number of brilliant saves which included two penalties on the day to seal a 0-1 victory in the notorious city of Lubumbashi to send Orlando Pirates through to the 2013 CAF Champions League quarterfinals.

So while we continue to seek for the justice that Senzo Meyiwa deserved, let’s continue to remember the legacy of the legendary goalkeeper. The undeniable silver lining was that Ndzori wasn’t one of those who the money or the fame got to, he represented Orlando Pirates and South Africa in a truly remarkable manner making himself a true role model for every South African. Ù

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THE PSL

The 2020/2021 DStv Premiership first round fixtures have been revealed. Take a look at the complete first round fixture list which will run between 24 October 20202 to 20 December 2020. The second round of action will get underway on the 5th of January 2021.

DStv Premiership: Protocols and match procedures While the 2020/2021 PSL campaign will not be played in a bio-bubble, the League has outlined some of the health and match day protocols at the various stadiums across the country.

Compliance Officers: Each member club must appoint a Compliance Officer.

Playing kit: Clubs will be required to change jerseys at half-time.

Screening at Match Venues: All players, technical members, match officials, medical personnel, support staff, suppliers and television crews must be temperature screened before they enter the stadium.

Moment of Silence and Applause: The League will observe a moment of silence for Covid19 victims followed by applause for frontline workers before kick-off of each match.

Water breaks: • There will be no mandatory water/cooling breaks.

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PSL GUIDE

• The normal rules will apply, the match officials will decide as per the rules.

Substitutions and Team lists: • Teams can list 11 players (starting) • Seven technical team on the bench (5+2) • Nine (9) substitutes can be named.

• Three (3) substitution opportunities during the game

(plus half time, which isn’t counted as one of the 3)

• Five (5) changes allowed for all DStv Premiership matches • Five (5) changes allows plus one (1) additional during extra time for Cup matches.”

Fixtures in full: Saturday, 21 Nov 2020 15:30 Stellenbosch v Chippa United Danie Craven Stadium

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15:30 Golden Arrows v Kaizer Chiefs Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium 15:30 Black Leopards v Maritzburg United Thohoyandou Stadium 18:00 Orlando Pirates v SuperSport United Orlando Stadium 20:15 Swallows v TS Galaxy Dobsonville Stadium Sunday, 22 Nov 2020 15:30 Tshakhuma FC v Baroka Thohoyandou Stadium 15:30 Cape Town City v Bloemfontein Celtic Cape Town Stadium

15:30 Bloemfontein Celtic v Black Leopards Dr. Petrus Molemela Stadium 15:30 Swallows v Kaizer Chiefs Dobsonville Stadium Tuesday, 8 Dec 2020 19:30 tshakhuma Fc v amaZulu thohoyandou Stadium 19:30 Kaizer Chiefs v Black Leopards FNB Stadium (Soccer City) 19:30 Maritzburg United v Mamelodi Sundowns Harry Gwala Stadium Wednesday, 9 Dec 2020

15:30 Mamelodi Sundowns v amaZulu Loftus versfeld Stadium

19:30 SuperSport United v Bloemfontein Celtic Lucas Moripe Stadium

Friday, 27 Nov 2020

19:30 TS Galaxy v Stellenbosch Mbombela Stadium

20:00 Maritzburg United v SuperSport United Harry Gwala Stadium

20:15 Swallows v Maritzburg United Dobsonville Stadium 20:15 SuperSport United v Kaizer Chiefs Lucas Moripe Stadium Sunday, 13 Dec 2020 15:30 Bloemfontein Celtic v Baroka Dr. Petrus Molemela Stadium 15:30 Orlando Pirates v Chippa United Orlando Stadium 15:30 amaZulu v Golden arrows Jonsson Kings Park Stadium Friday, 18 Dec 2020 20:00 Maritzburg United v Stellenbosch Harry Gwala Stadium Saturday, 19 Dec 2020 15:30 Baroka v SuperSport United Peter Mokaba Stadium

Saturday, 28 Nov 2020

19:30 Golden Arrows v Swallows Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium

15:30 Golden Arrows v Mamelodi Sundowns Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium

15:30 Orlando Pirates v Baroka Orlando Stadium

19:30 Cape Town City v Orlando Pirates Cape Town Stadium

18:00 Cape Town City v TS Galaxy Cape Town Stadium

15:30 TS Galaxy v Golden Arrows Mbombela Stadium

19:30 Baroka v Chippa United Peter Mokaba Stadium

18:00 Mamelodi Sundowns v Stellenbosch Loftus Versfeld Stadium

Saturday, 12 Dec 2020

18:00 Kaizer Chiefs v Bloemfontein Celtic FNB Stadium (Soccer City)

20:15 amaZulu v cape town city Jonsson Kings Park Stadium

15:30 Stellenbosch v Cape Town City Danie Craven Stadium

Sunday, 29 Nov 2020

15:30 Black Leopards v Tshakhuma FC Thohoyandou Stadium

15:30 Chippa United v Tshakhuma FC Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium

18:00 Mamelodi Sundowns v TS Galaxy Loftus Versfeld Stadium

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20:15 Tshakhuma FC v Orlando Pirates Thohoyandou Stadium Sunday, 20 Dec 2020 15:30 Chippa united v amaZulu Sisa dukashe Stadium 15:30 Black Leopards v Swallows Thohoyandou Stadium Ă™

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