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🚨From Controversy to Redemption: Itumeleng Khune’s Unfiltered Return Barely trained, facing intense public scrutiny, and carrying the weight of expectation — Mzansi’s Number One went from suspension to walking away with R10k and Man of the Match honors. On the latest episode of The Car Wash 2.0, @ItumelengKhune reflects on career doubts, fan loyalty, and the power of the Carling Knockout Cup. #TheCarWash #KaizerChiefs #BafanaBafana #CarlingBlackLabel #CarlingKnockoutCup
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Red Arrows coach: 'Chiefs are not a small team' 🗣️ Red Arrows coach Chisi Mbewe says beating a team of Kaizer Chiefs’ stature was a huge source of motivation for his players. Read more ➡️ ow.ly/LpuH51010Cn
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Mfundo Vilakazi’s Carling All-Stars game breakthrough and Magesi’s shock win over Mamelodi Sundowns stand out as defining moments of the tournament for two of the Carwash panelists, as the team discuss past highlights in Part 1 of the latest episode of The Carwash Podcast. ⚽ Catch the full episode on the KickOff YouTube channel!
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Orlando Pirates players spent time with supporters at the launch of the Buccaneers’ 26/27 third kit at the Orlando Pirates Store in Soweto.
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Why Yaqeen Ahmed could be a Bok bolter 💪 Yaqeen Ahmed’s late double for the Stormers has sparked Springbok flyhalf bolter talk, and he could get another chance to impress against Ulster this weekend. READ ➡️ ow.ly/hV355100RIa
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Mind the gaps: Do the Stormers rely too much on Ruhan Nel? Ruhan Nel’s absence exposed questions over the Stormers’ defence after Scarlets caused problems on Saturday. READ ➡️ ow.ly/NSCu5100UF8
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Orlando Pirates 3rd kit owns the stage at SA Fashion Week📸 Orlando Pirates took their latest look beyond the football pitch as their new third jersey found itself in the spotlight at South African Fashion Week. Read More ➡️ ow.ly/7ppy5100Xx2
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Fake News❗ Maswanganyi's representatives speaks out🗣️ The speculation surrounding Patrick Maswanganyi’s alleged contract termination at Al-Khaldiya SC has been put to bed, with explosive allegations of a character assassination ploy surfacing. Read More ➡️ ow.ly/HMij5100Xfb
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Inside Line | Sacha’s magic is undeniable, but time to cut out the silly errors Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu dazzles but must cut errors, the Sharks impress with their intensity, and the Lions face a tough stretch after Hyron Andrews’ death. READ ➡️ ow.ly/o5KP5100Sq6
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Diomande's rise reaches New York City 📸 Yan Diomande has taken centre stage in New York, with a billboard featuring the Ivorian sensation spotted in Times Square ahead of the 2026 Ballon d’Or awards. Read More ➡️ ow.ly/7Sv15100WLB
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Pirates are back and climbing Africa's club rankings📈 Orlando Pirates continue to strengthen their position among Africa’s leading clubs following another positive update in the latest FootballDatabase rankings. Read More ➡️ ow.ly/vihz5100W5C
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Zee Nxumalo links up with Tottenham Hotspur ⚽🏟️ South African singer Zee Nxumalo recently featured in a video by Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur, bringing her love of football into the spotlight. Read More ➡️ ow.ly/3QjI5100Wpn
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Springbok Women vow to respond after Ireland defeat 🏉 The Springbok Women lost 40-27 to Ireland in Cape Town, but coaches Franzel September and Laurian Johannes-Haupt believe they can respond in the second Test. READ ➡️ ow.ly/iEQw5100R8O
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Let's praat about it | The URC is finally bringing the vibes back 🏉 KickOff welcomes Rugga Westley to the Bomb Squad. He explains how the URC is reviving SA rugby derbies, bringing Boks home and giving fans more reasons to get excited. READ ➡️ ow.ly/bIy15100RgL
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Club Rugby | Rhinos win Gold Cup final in last-minute drama 🏆 The Rhinos beat College Rovers 22-20 to win the 2026 Pick n Pay Gold Cup final after Darryn Fortuin's late penalty. READ ➡️ ow.ly/ur8e5100R9m
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URC Recap | Bulls, Sharks and Stormers win but Lions drop out of Top 8 🏆 The Bulls, Sharks and Stormers secured vital URC wins in round four, while the Lions lost to Edinburgh and dropped out of the top eight after a heavy defeat in Scotland. READ ➡️ kickoff.com/rugby/urc/urc-re…
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Dladla promises Yanga fans better football after Mngqithi exit🗣️ South African coach Simo Dladla has taken over the reins at Young Africans following the departure of head coach Manqoba Mngqithi. Read More ➡️ ow.ly/u6Hy5100VsP
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Da Cruz: Galaxy bigger than the derby 🏟️ Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando da Cruz is facing a decisive week ahead after starting the first of three games this month with disappointment. Read More ➡️ ow.ly/x3k65100UTJ
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Former Young Africans head coach Luc Eymael has revealed what he told the club’s vice-chairman following Manqoba Mngqithi’s sacking. Read more: ow.ly/RSMn5100VeL
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Mngqithi to be replaced by SA coach at Yanga? 👀 Young Africans SC are reportedly lining up the appointment of another South African coach to replace Manqoba Mngqithi at the helm. Read More ➡️ ow.ly/94195100Uqt
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Mind the gaps: Do the Stormers rely too much on Ruhan Nel? Ruhan Nel’s absence exposed questions over the Stormers’ defence after Scarlets caused problems on Saturday. READ ➡️ ow.ly/NSCu5100UF8
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