Remembering - Lesley Slow Poison Manyathela

An Orlando Pirates striker from the Limpopo province was one of the greatest things to happen in South African football. Lesley Manyathela was born in 1981 and was a deadly top striker who scored at will by feet or head. To date, no South African player has scored more goals than Manyathela in the top league.

Manyathela was so deadly that they named him 'Slow Poison'. He was so gifted and no one will forget his last goal before his road accident death, a first-time taken venomous shot connected from a cross from the right. The man from Limpopo had gone for trials overseas with a few teams interested in his services.

Capped just 9 times and scoring 4 goals for Bafana Bafana, he had just began what was going to be a great career that was going to set the 2010 FIFA World Cup alight. Lesley was the ultimate striker for many coaches and was so dure footed he was penciled for a few European trials including the English Premiership.

Manyathela was to become a home-grown top goal scorer for a long time even after his passing away. He is actually the last player to score over 30 gaols in one season. There is only one befitting way to describe the deadly Slow Poison, that he was yet to blossom South African jewel. This is because he was yet to reach his full potential.

Slow Poison was very committed to the game in an amazing way. He put a lot of time and effort into training and matches. Manyathela scored a lot of beautiful goals that the Happy People will continue to remember for a long time. He was very gifted without any measure of doubt.

Lesley, almost literally, died with his boots on in a car accident on his way to see his mother in Limpopo just after his match in 2003, 9 August. It was a dark day for South African football and indeed, his family. May his soul rest in peace.

Remembering - Lesley Slow Poison Manyathela

An Orlando Pirates striker from the Limpopo province was one of the greatest things to happen in South African football. Lesley Manyathela was born in 1981 and was a deadly top striker who scored at will by feet or head. To date, no South African player has scored more goals than Manyathela in the top league.

Manyathela was so deadly that they named him 'Slow Poison'. He was so gifted and no one will forget his last goal before his road accident death, a first-time taken venomous shot connected from a cross from the right. The man from Limpopo had gone for trials overseas with a few teams interested in his services.

Capped just 9 times and scoring 4 goals for Bafana Bafana, he had just began what was going to be a great career that was going to set the 2010 FIFA World Cup alight. Lesley was the ultimate striker for many coaches and was so dure footed he was penciled for a few European trials including the English Premiership.

Manyathela was to become a home-grown top goal scorer for a long time even after his passing away. He is actually the last player to score over 30 gaols in one season. There is only one befitting way to describe the deadly Slow Poison, that he was yet to blossom South African jewel. This is because he was yet to reach his full potential.

Slow Poison was very committed to the game in an amazing way. He put a lot of time and effort into training and matches. Manyathela scored a lot of beautiful goals that the Happy People will continue to remember for a long time. He was very gifted without any measure of doubt.

Lesley, almost literally, died with his boots on in a car accident on his way to see his mother in Limpopo just after his match in 2003, 9 August. It was a dark day for South African football and indeed, his family. May his soul rest in peace.

Remembering - Lesley Slow Poison Manyathela

An Orlando Pirates striker from the Limpopo province was one of the greatest things to happen in South African football. Lesley Manyathela was born in 1981 and was a deadly top striker who scored at will by feet or head. To date, no South African player has scored more goals than Manyathela in the top league.

Manyathela was so deadly that they named him 'Slow Poison'. He was so gifted and no one will forget his last goal before his road accident death, a first-time taken venomous shot connected from a cross from the right. The man from Limpopo had gone for trials overseas with a few teams interested in his services.

Capped just 9 times and scoring 4 goals for Bafana Bafana, he had just began what was going to be a great career that was going to set the 2010 FIFA World Cup alight. Lesley was the ultimate striker for many coaches and was so dure footed he was penciled for a few European trials including the English Premiership.

Manyathela was to become a home-grown top goal scorer for a long time even after his passing away. He is actually the last player to score over 30 gaols in one season. There is only one befitting way to describe the deadly Slow Poison, that he was yet to blossom South African jewel. This is because he was yet to reach his full potential.

Slow Poison was very committed to the game in an amazing way. He put a lot of time and effort into training and matches. Manyathela scored a lot of beautiful goals that the Happy People will continue to remember for a long time. He was very gifted without any measure of doubt.

Lesley, almost literally, died with his boots on in a car accident on his way to see his mother in Limpopo just after his match in 2003, 9 August. It was a dark day for South African football and indeed, his family. May his soul rest in peace.

Remembering - Lesley Slow Poison Manyathela

An Orlando Pirates striker from the Limpopo province was one of the greatest things to happen in South African football. Lesley Manyathela was born in 1981 and was a deadly top striker who scored at will by feet or head. To date, no South African player has scored more goals than Manyathela in the top league.

Manyathela was so deadly that they named him 'Slow Poison'. He was so gifted and no one will forget his last goal before his road accident death, a first-time taken venomous shot connected from a cross from the right. The man from Limpopo had gone for trials overseas with a few teams interested in his services.

Capped just 9 times and scoring 4 goals for Bafana Bafana, he had just began what was going to be a great career that was going to set the 2010 FIFA World Cup alight. Lesley was the ultimate striker for many coaches and was so dure footed he was penciled for a few European trials including the English Premiership.

Manyathela was to become a home-grown top goal scorer for a long time even after his passing away. He is actually the last player to score over 30 gaols in one season. There is only one befitting way to describe the deadly Slow Poison, that he was yet to blossom South African jewel. This is because he was yet to reach his full potential.

Slow Poison was very committed to the game in an amazing way. He put a lot of time and effort into training and matches. Manyathela scored a lot of beautiful goals that the Happy People will continue to remember for a long time. He was very gifted without any measure of doubt.

Lesley, almost literally, died with his boots on in a car accident on his way to see his mother in Limpopo just after his match in 2003, 9 August. It was a dark day for South African football and indeed, his family. May his soul rest in peace.

Chiefs Will Beat Pirates In The MTN-8 Semis.

South African footballing giants, Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, both of Soweto, shrunk to pint-sized gladiators. With their looming Saturday night MTN-8 semi-final match at FNB Stadium, they failed to produce results in their respective ABSA Premiership matches last night. Chiefs drew 1-1 with Maritzburg United while Pirates were held to a 0-0 by Free State Stars.

Pirates huffed and puffed for extended periods of time against a spirited and counter-attacking Free State Stars that was content to keep the point they had before the match kicked off. It was expected, at least by me, knowing the coach's school of thought. Sunday Marimo knew he could not match The Sea Robbers player for player that he worked on grinding a point. Marimo is not naive to have told the players they will beat the daylights out of Pirates, but he surely told them that sticking to a certain plan will give them a draw, which came. There is no better way to gain trust and confidence of your players than a realistic prophecy.

Chiefs on their part were out of sorts at the Harry Gwala Stadium. Zimbabwean firebrand striker, Knowledge Musona after scoring in Liberia for his country, fluffed a few chances with strike-mate Mandla Masango and Simphiwe Tshabalala, but came to score in the first half. The clear thing about the match was that 'Abafana bokuthula noxolo' are specialists in firing blanks. United took heart of the fact and came out all guns blazing and crushed the posts and crossbars with chilling accuracy. Rudolf Bester was so unlucky by scoring a tap in to equalise after 75 minutes. 

Given the generally poor display by both teams, it would be safe to predict a few goals separating the 2 teams on Saturday. One factor is the two best goalkeepers in the land. Bafana Bafana goalkeepers, Itumeleng Khune and Moeneeb Josephs are at their best and are fighting a real battle for the national jersey. In a scale of balances, Itumeleng is number one but he conceded a goal last night. This makes Chiefs more dangerous as he will not want to concede again. Josephs may feel he is better by his clean sheet. Pirates must provide enough cover for him to maintain the record.

Josephs has a few factors against him. There is one Knowledge Musona. This guys has no respect for goalkeepers. The support from striking partner, Masango and the midfield industry of Tshabalala, Yende and Refiloe Letsholonyane. On paper, they are any coach's dream. They should be able to dismantle any barriers ahead of them. Then there is the fact that he is Khune's number 2. That gets spiced up bu the fact that he has to prove he can be better than the number 1. That usually back-fires. Generally, the Pirates shot-stopper must know that Amakhosi will hit the posts and cross bars several times and then the net once or twice.

The goalkeeping department from Naturena has its own worries to deal with. There is this guy, Happy Jele. He will be out with the support of the Pirates new broom, Diane Klate, and the fastest player in the league, Tlou Segolela. The General showed a few trademark touches when he came on as a sub against Niger at Mbombela as well as against Free State Stars. Teko may play badly against anyone, but against Chiefs, he is chillies. For his part, he has not played 90 minutes in the last 2 matches he was involved in. He will be like a man on Viagra on Saturday.

For a record, derbies usually do not depend on form books. Self-motivation of players to claim the bragging rights of Soweto is mandatory. Tactics counts for nothing. The Happy People have to learn to win a cup. They have been carelessly arrogant in their deals, wanting coaches who win in style after firing Gordon Ingersund and Roy Barretto after both coaches won Championships. The Glamour Boys have been notoriously naive, changing coaches like napkins. For this reason, they have been operating like a thermostat, blowing hot and cold.

Finally, it will be left on who drank more aphrodisiac as we know that Amakhosi score goals as we saw last night and Amabhakaniya don't. At the current rate, Chiefs will beat Pirates by a goal to nil, and I will hate it.

Chiefs Will Beat Pirates In The MTN-8 Semis.

South African footballing giants, Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, both of Soweto, shrunk to pint-sized gladiators. With their looming Saturday night MTN-8 semi-final match at FNB Stadium, they failed to produce results in their respective ABSA Premiership matches last night. Chiefs drew 1-1 with Maritzburg United while Pirates were held to a 0-0 by Free State Stars.

Pirates huffed and puffed for extended periods of time against a spirited and counter-attacking Free State Stars that was content to keep the point they had before the match kicked off. It was expected, at least by me, knowing the coach's school of thought. Sunday Marimo knew he could not match The Sea Robbers player for player that he worked on grinding a point. Marimo is not naive to have told the players they will beat the daylights out of Pirates, but he surely told them that sticking to a certain plan will give them a draw, which came. There is no better way to gain trust and confidence of your players than a realistic prophecy.

Chiefs on their part were out of sorts at the Harry Gwala Stadium. Zimbabwean firebrand striker, Knowledge Musona after scoring in Liberia for his country, fluffed a few chances with strike-mate Mandla Masango and Simphiwe Tshabalala, but came to score in the first half. The clear thing about the match was that 'Abafana bokuthula noxolo' are specialists in firing blanks. United took heart of the fact and came out all guns blazing and crushed the posts and crossbars with chilling accuracy. Rudolf Bester was so unlucky by scoring a tap in to equalise after 75 minutes. 

Given the generally poor display by both teams, it would be safe to predict a few goals separating the 2 teams on Saturday. One factor is the two best goalkeepers in the land. Bafana Bafana goalkeepers, Itumeleng Khune and Moeneeb Josephs are at their best and are fighting a real battle for the national jersey. In a scale of balances, Itumeleng is number one but he conceded a goal last night. This makes Chiefs more dangerous as he will not want to concede again. Josephs may feel he is better by his clean sheet. Pirates must provide enough cover for him to maintain the record.

Josephs has a few factors against him. There is one Knowledge Musona. This guys has no respect for goalkeepers. The support from striking partner, Masango and the midfield industry of Tshabalala, Yende and Refiloe Letsholonyane. On paper, they are any coach's dream. They should be able to dismantle any barriers ahead of them. Then there is the fact that he is Khune's number 2. That gets spiced up bu the fact that he has to prove he can be better than the number 1. That usually back-fires. Generally, the Pirates shot-stopper must know that Amakhosi will hit the posts and cross bars several times and then the net once or twice.

The goalkeeping department from Naturena has its own worries to deal with. There is this guy, Happy Jele. He will be out with the support of the Pirates new broom, Diane Klate, and the fastest player in the league, Tlou Segolela. The General showed a few trademark touches when he came on as a sub against Niger at Mbombela as well as against Free State Stars. Teko may play badly against anyone, but against Chiefs, he is chillies. For his part, he has not played 90 minutes in the last 2 matches he was involved in. He will be like a man on Viagra on Saturday.

For a record, derbies usually do not depend on form books. Self-motivation of players to claim the bragging rights of Soweto is mandatory. Tactics counts for nothing. The Happy People have to learn to win a cup. They have been carelessly arrogant in their deals, wanting coaches who win in style after firing Gordon Ingersund and Roy Barretto after both coaches won Championships. The Glamour Boys have been notoriously naive, changing coaches like napkins. For this reason, they have been operating like a thermostat, blowing hot and cold.

Finally, it will be left on who drank more aphrodisiac as we know that Amakhosi score goals as we saw last night and Amabhakaniya don't. At the current rate, Chiefs will beat Pirates by a goal to nil, and I will hate it.

Chiefs Will Beat Pirates In The MTN-8 Semis.

South African footballing giants, Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, both of Soweto, shrunk to pint-sized gladiators. With their looming Saturday night MTN-8 semi-final match at FNB Stadium, they failed to produce results in their respective ABSA Premiership matches last night. Chiefs drew 1-1 with Maritzburg United while Pirates were held to a 0-0 by Free State Stars.

Pirates huffed and puffed for extended periods of time against a spirited and counter-attacking Free State Stars that was content to keep the point they had before the match kicked off. It was expected, at least by me, knowing the coach's school of thought. Sunday Marimo knew he could not match The Sea Robbers player for player that he worked on grinding a point. Marimo is not naive to have told the players they will beat the daylights out of Pirates, but he surely told them that sticking to a certain plan will give them a draw, which came. There is no better way to gain trust and confidence of your players than a realistic prophecy.

Chiefs on their part were out of sorts at the Harry Gwala Stadium. Zimbabwean firebrand striker, Knowledge Musona after scoring in Liberia for his country, fluffed a few chances with strike-mate Mandla Masango and Simphiwe Tshabalala, but came to score in the first half. The clear thing about the match was that 'Abafana bokuthula noxolo' are specialists in firing blanks. United took heart of the fact and came out all guns blazing and crushed the posts and crossbars with chilling accuracy. Rudolf Bester was so unlucky by scoring a tap in to equalise after 75 minutes. 

Given the generally poor display by both teams, it would be safe to predict a few goals separating the 2 teams on Saturday. One factor is the two best goalkeepers in the land. Bafana Bafana goalkeepers, Itumeleng Khune and Moeneeb Josephs are at their best and are fighting a real battle for the national jersey. In a scale of balances, Itumeleng is number one but he conceded a goal last night. This makes Chiefs more dangerous as he will not want to concede again. Josephs may feel he is better by his clean sheet. Pirates must provide enough cover for him to maintain the record.

Josephs has a few factors against him. There is one Knowledge Musona. This guys has no respect for goalkeepers. The support from striking partner, Masango and the midfield industry of Tshabalala, Yende and Refiloe Letsholonyane. On paper, they are any coach's dream. They should be able to dismantle any barriers ahead of them. Then there is the fact that he is Khune's number 2. That gets spiced up bu the fact that he has to prove he can be better than the number 1. That usually back-fires. Generally, the Pirates shot-stopper must know that Amakhosi will hit the posts and cross bars several times and then the net once or twice.

The goalkeeping department from Naturena has its own worries to deal with. There is this guy, Happy Jele. He will be out with the support of the Pirates new broom, Diane Klate, and the fastest player in the league, Tlou Segolela. The General showed a few trademark touches when he came on as a sub against Niger at Mbombela as well as against Free State Stars. Teko may play badly against anyone, but against Chiefs, he is chillies. For his part, he has not played 90 minutes in the last 2 matches he was involved in. He will be like a man on Viagra on Saturday.

For a record, derbies usually do not depend on form books. Self-motivation of players to claim the bragging rights of Soweto is mandatory. Tactics counts for nothing. The Happy People have to learn to win a cup. They have been carelessly arrogant in their deals, wanting coaches who win in style after firing Gordon Ingersund and Roy Barretto after both coaches won Championships. The Glamour Boys have been notoriously naive, changing coaches like napkins. For this reason, they have been operating like a thermostat, blowing hot and cold.

Finally, it will be left on who drank more aphrodisiac as we know that Amakhosi score goals as we saw last night and Amabhakaniya don't. At the current rate, Chiefs will beat Pirates by a goal to nil, and I will hate it.

Chiefs Will Beat Pirates In The MTN-8 Semis.

South African footballing giants, Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, both of Soweto, shrunk to pint-sized gladiators. With their looming Saturday night MTN-8 semi-final match at FNB Stadium, they failed to produce results in their respective ABSA Premiership matches last night. Chiefs drew 1-1 with Maritzburg United while Pirates were held to a 0-0 by Free State Stars.

Pirates huffed and puffed for extended periods of time against a spirited and counter-attacking Free State Stars that was content to keep the point they had before the match kicked off. It was expected, at least by me, knowing the coach's school of thought. Sunday Marimo knew he could not match The Sea Robbers player for player that he worked on grinding a point. Marimo is not naive to have told the players they will beat the daylights out of Pirates, but he surely told them that sticking to a certain plan will give them a draw, which came. There is no better way to gain trust and confidence of your players than a realistic prophecy.

Chiefs on their part were out of sorts at the Harry Gwala Stadium. Zimbabwean firebrand striker, Knowledge Musona after scoring in Liberia for his country, fluffed a few chances with strike-mate Mandla Masango and Simphiwe Tshabalala, but came to score in the first half. The clear thing about the match was that 'Abafana bokuthula noxolo' are specialists in firing blanks. United took heart of the fact and came out all guns blazing and crushed the posts and crossbars with chilling accuracy. Rudolf Bester was so unlucky by scoring a tap in to equalise after 75 minutes. 

Given the generally poor display by both teams, it would be safe to predict a few goals separating the 2 teams on Saturday. One factor is the two best goalkeepers in the land. Bafana Bafana goalkeepers, Itumeleng Khune and Moeneeb Josephs are at their best and are fighting a real battle for the national jersey. In a scale of balances, Itumeleng is number one but he conceded a goal last night. This makes Chiefs more dangerous as he will not want to concede again. Josephs may feel he is better by his clean sheet. Pirates must provide enough cover for him to maintain the record.

Josephs has a few factors against him. There is one Knowledge Musona. This guys has no respect for goalkeepers. The support from striking partner, Masango and the midfield industry of Tshabalala, Yende and Refiloe Letsholonyane. On paper, they are any coach's dream. They should be able to dismantle any barriers ahead of them. Then there is the fact that he is Khune's number 2. That gets spiced up bu the fact that he has to prove he can be better than the number 1. That usually back-fires. Generally, the Pirates shot-stopper must know that Amakhosi will hit the posts and cross bars several times and then the net once or twice.

The goalkeeping department from Naturena has its own worries to deal with. There is this guy, Happy Jele. He will be out with the support of the Pirates new broom, Diane Klate, and the fastest player in the league, Tlou Segolela. The General showed a few trademark touches when he came on as a sub against Niger at Mbombela as well as against Free State Stars. Teko may play badly against anyone, but against Chiefs, he is chillies. For his part, he has not played 90 minutes in the last 2 matches he was involved in. He will be like a man on Viagra on Saturday.

For a record, derbies usually do not depend on form books. Self-motivation of players to claim the bragging rights of Soweto is mandatory. Tactics counts for nothing. The Happy People have to learn to win a cup. They have been carelessly arrogant in their deals, wanting coaches who win in style after firing Gordon Ingersund and Roy Barretto after both coaches won Championships. The Glamour Boys have been notoriously naive, changing coaches like napkins. For this reason, they have been operating like a thermostat, blowing hot and cold.

Finally, it will be left on who drank more aphrodisiac as we know that Amakhosi score goals as we saw last night and Amabhakaniya don't. At the current rate, Chiefs will beat Pirates by a goal to nil, and I will hate it.

Remembering - Gift Mpho Leremi

Gift Mpho Leremi will be remembered by many as the best midfielder Bafana Bafana never really had. The young right footed linkman blossomed in the Orlando Pirates ranks during the heydays of Lebohang Mokoena , and Joseph Dukuduku Makhanya. No team had joy when the trio were in town.

Leremi had great work-rate and scored long-range thunderous goals. He became the Bucaneers' king pin at a young age and when on song he was just a joy to watch. He was on the verge of cementing a Bafana Bafana position that was thought to be a moulded South African representative in the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

So much was his influence that he made a debut at night in a Mandela Cup match at Ellis Park and showed no nerves at all despite the big occasion. Leremi was so much into his game that Mamelodi Sundowns paid a good sum to pry him off the Ghosts camp.

He moved to Sundowns where his form was emerging to maturity and was involved in the African safari matches with the Brazilians. He played in the Africa Champions' League and was enjoying his stay there.

As a player, he was a balanced dribbler with great vision and passed the ball well together with his fantastic scoring of essential goals. He was self motivated and knew where he wanted to be in his football and he enjoyed his football.

The world was denied to see Leremi's ingenuity at the world stage when the young player lost his life in a car accident. It was such a dark moment for football and his family, of course.

Remembering - Gift Mpho Leremi

Gift Mpho Leremi will be remembered by many as the best midfielder Bafana Bafana never really had. The young right footed linkman blossomed in the Orlando Pirates ranks during the heydays of Lebohang Mokoena , and Joseph Dukuduku Makhanya. No team had joy when the trio were in town.

Leremi had great work-rate and scored long-range thunderous goals. He became the Bucaneers' king pin at a young age and when on song he was just a joy to watch. He was on the verge of cementing a Bafana Bafana position that was thought to be a moulded South African representative in the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

So much was his influence that he made a debut at night in a Mandela Cup match at Ellis Park and showed no nerves at all despite the big occasion. Leremi was so much into his game that Mamelodi Sundowns paid a good sum to pry him off the Ghosts camp.

He moved to Sundowns where his form was emerging to maturity and was involved in the African safari matches with the Brazilians. He played in the Africa Champions' League and was enjoying his stay there.

As a player, he was a balanced dribbler with great vision and passed the ball well together with his fantastic scoring of essential goals. He was self motivated and knew where he wanted to be in his football and he enjoyed his football.

The world was denied to see Leremi's ingenuity at the world stage when the young player lost his life in a car accident. It was such a dark moment for football and his family, of course.

Remembering - Gift Mpho Leremi

Gift Mpho Leremi will be remembered by many as the best midfielder Bafana Bafana never really had. The young right footed linkman blossomed in the Orlando Pirates ranks during the heydays of Lebohang Mokoena , and Joseph Dukuduku Makhanya. No team had joy when the trio were in town.

Leremi had great work-rate and scored long-range thunderous goals. He became the Bucaneers' king pin at a young age and when on song he was just a joy to watch. He was on the verge of cementing a Bafana Bafana position that was thought to be a moulded South African representative in the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

So much was his influence that he made a debut at night in a Mandela Cup match at Ellis Park and showed no nerves at all despite the big occasion. Leremi was so much into his game that Mamelodi Sundowns paid a good sum to pry him off the Ghosts camp.

He moved to Sundowns where his form was emerging to maturity and was involved in the African safari matches with the Brazilians. He played in the Africa Champions' League and was enjoying his stay there.

As a player, he was a balanced dribbler with great vision and passed the ball well together with his fantastic scoring of essential goals. He was self motivated and knew where he wanted to be in his football and he enjoyed his football.

The world was denied to see Leremi's ingenuity at the world stage when the young player lost his life in a car accident. It was such a dark moment for football and his family, of course.

Remembering - Gift Mpho Leremi

Gift Mpho Leremi will be remembered by many as the best midfielder Bafana Bafana never really had. The young right footed linkman blossomed in the Orlando Pirates ranks during the heydays of Lebohang Mokoena , and Joseph Dukuduku Makhanya. No team had joy when the trio were in town.

Leremi had great work-rate and scored long-range thunderous goals. He became the Bucaneers' king pin at a young age and when on song he was just a joy to watch. He was on the verge of cementing a Bafana Bafana position that was thought to be a moulded South African representative in the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

So much was his influence that he made a debut at night in a Mandela Cup match at Ellis Park and showed no nerves at all despite the big occasion. Leremi was so much into his game that Mamelodi Sundowns paid a good sum to pry him off the Ghosts camp.

He moved to Sundowns where his form was emerging to maturity and was involved in the African safari matches with the Brazilians. He played in the Africa Champions' League and was enjoying his stay there.

As a player, he was a balanced dribbler with great vision and passed the ball well together with his fantastic scoring of essential goals. He was self motivated and knew where he wanted to be in his football and he enjoyed his football.

The world was denied to see Leremi's ingenuity at the world stage when the young player lost his life in a car accident. It was such a dark moment for football and his family, of course.

Completed Transfers - Deals and Charity Affairs.

The transfer market has closed after about GBP 345 million exchanged hands. A lot of it was basically players getting new homes. The few real deals were Tottenham Hotspurs' former Real Madrid player, Rafael van der Vaart. Spurs seem to be looking for experience to boost their Champions' League cause, but their current form is a little worry to me.

Eidur Gudjohnsen on loan from Fulham is a good deal for Stoke. Paul Konchesky went to Liverpool in a fair deal that I thought is not so significant. Gud had settled well at the Craven Cottage and there may have been personal issues that led him to want out. The good thing for Fulham is goalkeeper Schwarzer staying put.

Whatever AC Milan paid for Robinho, the wisdom of the deal will depend on how much soon he settles and if he makes the difference he should have been making already. He may find his feet in combining with Ronaldinho and even boost the form of the later. 

Asamoah Gyan completed move that beat Darren Bent's record to Sunderland. For me this is the deal of the transfer window. Few teams will be comfortable containing both these strikers on a good day.

For their size, Birmingham City scored with former Arsenal and Barcelona player, Alexander Hleb. Hleb's move is a loan arrangement and will give them the depth they need.

It is sad to see Joseph Yobo leave Everton to Fenerbache, as it is for young Armand Traore leave Arsenal for Juventas. The Gunners could have utilised the creativeness of this youngster. One can only hope he has more chances at Juve.

Bafana Bafana's Mamelodi Sundowns defender Siboniso Gaxa moved to Belgium side Lierse SK, while Supersport's Bongani Khumalo will only move to Spurs in January. Simphiwe Tshabalala and Itumeleng Khune will not be going anywhere as Kaizer Chiefs were not impressed by the figures they were offered. The price tag issue kept Katlego Mphela at Sundowns until further notice.

Masibusane Zongo moved on loan from Supersport United to the Cape Town newcomers, Vasco Da Gama. Zongo is the next biggest thing in South African football if he keeps his head small and cool. Robyn Johannes from Mamelodi Sundowns to Orlando Pirates. Bryce Moon was singed by Golden Arrows.

A deadly free-kick specialist of all time, mop-head Ronald Koeman is said to have been interested in the Aston Villa job. American Bob Bradley was front-runner for the post but has since penned a 4 year deal with the USA association. Koeman said Villa were in touch with his agent last week.

Completed Transfers - Deals and Charity Affairs.

The transfer market has closed after about GBP 345 million exchanged hands. A lot of it was basically players getting new homes. The few real deals were Tottenham Hotspurs' former Real Madrid player, Rafael van der Vaart. Spurs seem to be looking for experience to boost their Champions' League cause, but their current form is a little worry to me.

Eidur Gudjohnsen on loan from Fulham is a good deal for Stoke. Paul Konchesky went to Liverpool in a fair deal that I thought is not so significant. Gud had settled well at the Craven Cottage and there may have been personal issues that led him to want out. The good thing for Fulham is goalkeeper Schwarzer staying put.

Whatever AC Milan paid for Robinho, the wisdom of the deal will depend on how much soon he settles and if he makes the difference he should have been making already. He may find his feet in combining with Ronaldinho and even boost the form of the later. 

Asamoah Gyan completed move that beat Darren Bent's record to Sunderland. For me this is the deal of the transfer window. Few teams will be comfortable containing both these strikers on a good day.

For their size, Birmingham City scored with former Arsenal and Barcelona player, Alexander Hleb. Hleb's move is a loan arrangement and will give them the depth they need.

It is sad to see Joseph Yobo leave Everton to Fenerbache, as it is for young Armand Traore leave Arsenal for Juventas. The Gunners could have utilised the creativeness of this youngster. One can only hope he has more chances at Juve.

Bafana Bafana's Mamelodi Sundowns defender Siboniso Gaxa moved to Belgium side Lierse SK, while Supersport's Bongani Khumalo will only move to Spurs in January. Simphiwe Tshabalala and Itumeleng Khune will not be going anywhere as Kaizer Chiefs were not impressed by the figures they were offered. The price tag issue kept Katlego Mphela at Sundowns until further notice.

Masibusane Zongo moved on loan from Supersport United to the Cape Town newcomers, Vasco Da Gama. Zongo is the next biggest thing in South African football if he keeps his head small and cool. Robyn Johannes from Mamelodi Sundowns to Orlando Pirates. Bryce Moon was singed by Golden Arrows.

A deadly free-kick specialist of all time, mop-head Ronald Koeman is said to have been interested in the Aston Villa job. American Bob Bradley was front-runner for the post but has since penned a 4 year deal with the USA association. Koeman said Villa were in touch with his agent last week.

Completed Transfers - Deals and Charity Affairs.

The transfer market has closed after about GBP 345 million exchanged hands. A lot of it was basically players getting new homes. The few real deals were Tottenham Hotspurs' former Real Madrid player, Rafael van der Vaart. Spurs seem to be looking for experience to boost their Champions' League cause, but their current form is a little worry to me.

Eidur Gudjohnsen on loan from Fulham is a good deal for Stoke. Paul Konchesky went to Liverpool in a fair deal that I thought is not so significant. Gud had settled well at the Craven Cottage and there may have been personal issues that led him to want out. The good thing for Fulham is goalkeeper Schwarzer staying put.

Whatever AC Milan paid for Robinho, the wisdom of the deal will depend on how much soon he settles and if he makes the difference he should have been making already. He may find his feet in combining with Ronaldinho and even boost the form of the later. 

Asamoah Gyan completed move that beat Darren Bent's record to Sunderland. For me this is the deal of the transfer window. Few teams will be comfortable containing both these strikers on a good day.

For their size, Birmingham City scored with former Arsenal and Barcelona player, Alexander Hleb. Hleb's move is a loan arrangement and will give them the depth they need.

It is sad to see Joseph Yobo leave Everton to Fenerbache, as it is for young Armand Traore leave Arsenal for Juventas. The Gunners could have utilised the creativeness of this youngster. One can only hope he has more chances at Juve.

Bafana Bafana's Mamelodi Sundowns defender Siboniso Gaxa moved to Belgium side Lierse SK, while Supersport's Bongani Khumalo will only move to Spurs in January. Simphiwe Tshabalala and Itumeleng Khune will not be going anywhere as Kaizer Chiefs were not impressed by the figures they were offered. The price tag issue kept Katlego Mphela at Sundowns until further notice.

Masibusane Zongo moved on loan from Supersport United to the Cape Town newcomers, Vasco Da Gama. Zongo is the next biggest thing in South African football if he keeps his head small and cool. Robyn Johannes from Mamelodi Sundowns to Orlando Pirates. Bryce Moon was singed by Golden Arrows.

A deadly free-kick specialist of all time, mop-head Ronald Koeman is said to have been interested in the Aston Villa job. American Bob Bradley was front-runner for the post but has since penned a 4 year deal with the USA association. Koeman said Villa were in touch with his agent last week.

Completed Transfers - Deals and Charity Affairs.

The transfer market has closed after about GBP 345 million exchanged hands. A lot of it was basically players getting new homes. The few real deals were Tottenham Hotspurs' former Real Madrid player, Rafael van der Vaart. Spurs seem to be looking for experience to boost their Champions' League cause, but their current form is a little worry to me.

Eidur Gudjohnsen on loan from Fulham is a good deal for Stoke. Paul Konchesky went to Liverpool in a fair deal that I thought is not so significant. Gud had settled well at the Craven Cottage and there may have been personal issues that led him to want out. The good thing for Fulham is goalkeeper Schwarzer staying put.

Whatever AC Milan paid for Robinho, the wisdom of the deal will depend on how much soon he settles and if he makes the difference he should have been making already. He may find his feet in combining with Ronaldinho and even boost the form of the later. 

Asamoah Gyan completed move that beat Darren Bent's record to Sunderland. For me this is the deal of the transfer window. Few teams will be comfortable containing both these strikers on a good day.

For their size, Birmingham City scored with former Arsenal and Barcelona player, Alexander Hleb. Hleb's move is a loan arrangement and will give them the depth they need.

It is sad to see Joseph Yobo leave Everton to Fenerbache, as it is for young Armand Traore leave Arsenal for Juventas. The Gunners could have utilised the creativeness of this youngster. One can only hope he has more chances at Juve.

Bafana Bafana's Mamelodi Sundowns defender Siboniso Gaxa moved to Belgium side Lierse SK, while Supersport's Bongani Khumalo will only move to Spurs in January. Simphiwe Tshabalala and Itumeleng Khune will not be going anywhere as Kaizer Chiefs were not impressed by the figures they were offered. The price tag issue kept Katlego Mphela at Sundowns until further notice.

Masibusane Zongo moved on loan from Supersport United to the Cape Town newcomers, Vasco Da Gama. Zongo is the next biggest thing in South African football if he keeps his head small and cool. Robyn Johannes from Mamelodi Sundowns to Orlando Pirates. Bryce Moon was singed by Golden Arrows.

A deadly free-kick specialist of all time, mop-head Ronald Koeman is said to have been interested in the Aston Villa job. American Bob Bradley was front-runner for the post but has since penned a 4 year deal with the USA association. Koeman said Villa were in touch with his agent last week.

New South Africa League Match Concept Cool Or Not?

The South Africa Premier Soccer League kicked off in spectacular fashion on Friday, with a Greenpoint Stadium double-header concept in Cape Town, that should have been also used for a Bidvest Wits vs Supersport United match at Coca Cola Park Stadium. Wits beat defending champions by a cool 3 goals without reply.

The eye-sore as mentioned earlier, was the size of the crowd. There is something very wrong about African football. Supersport have been South African champions a million times in a row, yet one can count their followers on one hand. There will always be a full house in most Pirates, Chiefs or Celtics matches. Sundowns pull good crowds but are not in the same class.

Orlando Pirates beat new league comers, Vasco Da Gama 2-1, with veteran Sibusiso Zuma playing a pivotal role for the Cape side. Zuma had come back from overseas to join Mamelodi Sundowns, but the move proved to be a big flop despite his R200 000,00 monthly pay cheque. On Friday, he was actually on fire and scored Vasco's only goal. The Buccaneers scored through LuckyLekgwati's acrobatic overhead, just an inch before the goal-line.

The double-header was completed with a Bloemfontein Celtics match against Ajax Cape Town who triumphed 2-0. Celtics were their own enemies missing seater after seater. The atmosphere was vibrant and almost a full house. Is this the answer to small crowds pulled by teams like Supersport, Platinum Stars and Wits?

Frankly, I am not sure how small teams will benefit from the double-header arrangements except with gate taking which I am not sure how they are split. Usually, team fans are a decided lot that are not easily swayed over night.

Platinum Stars were fortunate enough to get an injury time winner from Coldrin Coetzee who had come in as a sub against Mpumalanga Black Aces. The teams seemed headed for a 2-2 draw at Puma's Atlantic Stadium in Witbank.

Kaizer Chiefs beat Golden Arrows 2-0 at the Rand Stadium and Mamelodi Sundowns overcame Moroka Swallows by the same margin, Zimbabwean Mushekwi scoring a debut brace. Santos and Sunday Chidzambwa's Free State Stars paled to a goalless draw. 

By far the game of the week was the KZN derby, Amazulu vs Maritzburg. The action packed match was deadlocked at 2-2 when an injury time clinical strike separated the boys from men, to win it 3-2. Former Chiefs defender had a spectacular own goal. Simphiwe Mkhonza lobed over his goalie when the ball struck him unawares. Pernell McKop should be pleased with the performance of his goalkeeper.

As a matter of interest, Bafana Bafana match tickets will cost R50,00 minimum. There was a comparison of Rugby test match tickets that go for R350,00. Maybe while figures don't lie, the catchment areas differ, but of course, R50,00 for an international event is not much.

Are for the idea of double headers to boost least supported teams?

New South Africa League Match Concept Cool Or Not?

The South Africa Premier Soccer League kicked off in spectacular fashion on Friday, with a Greenpoint Stadium double-header concept in Cape Town, that should have been also used for a Bidvest Wits vs Supersport United match at Coca Cola Park Stadium. Wits beat defending champions by a cool 3 goals without reply.

The eye-sore as mentioned earlier, was the size of the crowd. There is something very wrong about African football. Supersport have been South African champions a million times in a row, yet one can count their followers on one hand. There will always be a full house in most Pirates, Chiefs or Celtics matches. Sundowns pull good crowds but are not in the same class.

Orlando Pirates beat new league comers, Vasco Da Gama 2-1, with veteran Sibusiso Zuma playing a pivotal role for the Cape side. Zuma had come back from overseas to join Mamelodi Sundowns, but the move proved to be a big flop despite his R200 000,00 monthly pay cheque. On Friday, he was actually on fire and scored Vasco's only goal. The Buccaneers scored through LuckyLekgwati's acrobatic overhead, just an inch before the goal-line.

The double-header was completed with a Bloemfontein Celtics match against Ajax Cape Town who triumphed 2-0. Celtics were their own enemies missing seater after seater. The atmosphere was vibrant and almost a full house. Is this the answer to small crowds pulled by teams like Supersport, Platinum Stars and Wits?

Frankly, I am not sure how small teams will benefit from the double-header arrangements except with gate taking which I am not sure how they are split. Usually, team fans are a decided lot that are not easily swayed over night.

Platinum Stars were fortunate enough to get an injury time winner from Coldrin Coetzee who had come in as a sub against Mpumalanga Black Aces. The teams seemed headed for a 2-2 draw at Puma's Atlantic Stadium in Witbank.

Kaizer Chiefs beat Golden Arrows 2-0 at the Rand Stadium and Mamelodi Sundowns overcame Moroka Swallows by the same margin, Zimbabwean Mushekwi scoring a debut brace. Santos and Sunday Chidzambwa's Free State Stars paled to a goalless draw. 

By far the game of the week was the KZN derby, Amazulu vs Maritzburg. The action packed match was deadlocked at 2-2 when an injury time clinical strike separated the boys from men, to win it 3-2. Former Chiefs defender had a spectacular own goal. Simphiwe Mkhonza lobed over his goalie when the ball struck him unawares. Pernell McKop should be pleased with the performance of his goalkeeper.

As a matter of interest, Bafana Bafana match tickets will cost R50,00 minimum. There was a comparison of Rugby test match tickets that go for R350,00. Maybe while figures don't lie, the catchment areas differ, but of course, R50,00 for an international event is not much.

Are for the idea of double headers to boost least supported teams?

New South Africa League Match Concept Cool Or Not?

The South Africa Premier Soccer League kicked off in spectacular fashion on Friday, with a Greenpoint Stadium double-header concept in Cape Town, that should have been also used for a Bidvest Wits vs Supersport United match at Coca Cola Park Stadium. Wits beat defending champions by a cool 3 goals without reply.

The eye-sore as mentioned earlier, was the size of the crowd. There is something very wrong about African football. Supersport have been South African champions a million times in a row, yet one can count their followers on one hand. There will always be a full house in most Pirates, Chiefs or Celtics matches. Sundowns pull good crowds but are not in the same class.

Orlando Pirates beat new league comers, Vasco Da Gama 2-1, with veteran Sibusiso Zuma playing a pivotal role for the Cape side. Zuma had come back from overseas to join Mamelodi Sundowns, but the move proved to be a big flop despite his R200 000,00 monthly pay cheque. On Friday, he was actually on fire and scored Vasco's only goal. The Buccaneers scored through LuckyLekgwati's acrobatic overhead, just an inch before the goal-line.

The double-header was completed with a Bloemfontein Celtics match against Ajax Cape Town who triumphed 2-0. Celtics were their own enemies missing seater after seater. The atmosphere was vibrant and almost a full house. Is this the answer to small crowds pulled by teams like Supersport, Platinum Stars and Wits?

Frankly, I am not sure how small teams will benefit from the double-header arrangements except with gate taking which I am not sure how they are split. Usually, team fans are a decided lot that are not easily swayed over night.

Platinum Stars were fortunate enough to get an injury time winner from Coldrin Coetzee who had come in as a sub against Mpumalanga Black Aces. The teams seemed headed for a 2-2 draw at Puma's Atlantic Stadium in Witbank.

Kaizer Chiefs beat Golden Arrows 2-0 at the Rand Stadium and Mamelodi Sundowns overcame Moroka Swallows by the same margin, Zimbabwean Mushekwi scoring a debut brace. Santos and Sunday Chidzambwa's Free State Stars paled to a goalless draw. 

By far the game of the week was the KZN derby, Amazulu vs Maritzburg. The action packed match was deadlocked at 2-2 when an injury time clinical strike separated the boys from men, to win it 3-2. Former Chiefs defender had a spectacular own goal. Simphiwe Mkhonza lobed over his goalie when the ball struck him unawares. Pernell McKop should be pleased with the performance of his goalkeeper.

As a matter of interest, Bafana Bafana match tickets will cost R50,00 minimum. There was a comparison of Rugby test match tickets that go for R350,00. Maybe while figures don't lie, the catchment areas differ, but of course, R50,00 for an international event is not much.

Are for the idea of double headers to boost least supported teams?

New South Africa League Match Concept Cool Or Not?

The South Africa Premier Soccer League kicked off in spectacular fashion on Friday, with a Greenpoint Stadium double-header concept in Cape Town, that should have been also used for a Bidvest Wits vs Supersport United match at Coca Cola Park Stadium. Wits beat defending champions by a cool 3 goals without reply.

The eye-sore as mentioned earlier, was the size of the crowd. There is something very wrong about African football. Supersport have been South African champions a million times in a row, yet one can count their followers on one hand. There will always be a full house in most Pirates, Chiefs or Celtics matches. Sundowns pull good crowds but are not in the same class.

Orlando Pirates beat new league comers, Vasco Da Gama 2-1, with veteran Sibusiso Zuma playing a pivotal role for the Cape side. Zuma had come back from overseas to join Mamelodi Sundowns, but the move proved to be a big flop despite his R200 000,00 monthly pay cheque. On Friday, he was actually on fire and scored Vasco's only goal. The Buccaneers scored through LuckyLekgwati's acrobatic overhead, just an inch before the goal-line.

The double-header was completed with a Bloemfontein Celtics match against Ajax Cape Town who triumphed 2-0. Celtics were their own enemies missing seater after seater. The atmosphere was vibrant and almost a full house. Is this the answer to small crowds pulled by teams like Supersport, Platinum Stars and Wits?

Frankly, I am not sure how small teams will benefit from the double-header arrangements except with gate taking which I am not sure how they are split. Usually, team fans are a decided lot that are not easily swayed over night.

Platinum Stars were fortunate enough to get an injury time winner from Coldrin Coetzee who had come in as a sub against Mpumalanga Black Aces. The teams seemed headed for a 2-2 draw at Puma's Atlantic Stadium in Witbank.

Kaizer Chiefs beat Golden Arrows 2-0 at the Rand Stadium and Mamelodi Sundowns overcame Moroka Swallows by the same margin, Zimbabwean Mushekwi scoring a debut brace. Santos and Sunday Chidzambwa's Free State Stars paled to a goalless draw. 

By far the game of the week was the KZN derby, Amazulu vs Maritzburg. The action packed match was deadlocked at 2-2 when an injury time clinical strike separated the boys from men, to win it 3-2. Former Chiefs defender had a spectacular own goal. Simphiwe Mkhonza lobed over his goalie when the ball struck him unawares. Pernell McKop should be pleased with the performance of his goalkeeper.

As a matter of interest, Bafana Bafana match tickets will cost R50,00 minimum. There was a comparison of Rugby test match tickets that go for R350,00. Maybe while figures don't lie, the catchment areas differ, but of course, R50,00 for an international event is not much.

Are for the idea of double headers to boost least supported teams?