Matthew Petersen

Cape Town

Editorial Intern at Cape Argus

Football Journalist @Soccer_Laduma

Articles

Stars Who Played For Inter And PSG

1 week ago | soccerladuma.co.za | Matthew Petersen

Ahead of the UEFA Champions League final between Inter Milan and PSG, here are some notable stars who featured for both teams in their career. Check Out: Ten Stars Who Played For Barca And RealBoth sides will be looking to win Europe's biggest club competition as the Parisians, under the guidance of Luis Enrique, look to win their first Champions League crown. The Italian outfit, managed by Simone Inzaghi, will be hoping to win their fourth European title after wins in 1964, 1965, and 2010.
Riveiro’s Makes First ‘Request’ As Ahly Boss

1 week ago | soccerladuma.co.za | Matthew Petersen

New Al Ahly coach Jose Riveiro has reportedly made his first request to the club as Red Devils boss. Check Out: Official: Al Ahly Announce Riveiro As New CoachRiveiro's appointment was merely a matter of time as the Spaniard announced, shortly after leaving Orlando Pirates, that he was set to make the switch to the Egyptian giants.
BREAKING: Real Offically Sign Trent

1 week ago | soccerladuma.co.za | Matthew Petersen

Real Madrid has officially announced the signing of Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool. Check Out: Alonso Reveals Biggest Madrid ChallengeThe defender announced he would depart his boyhood club after 20 years and while he did not reveal his next club, it was an open secret that he wished to join Los Blancos. In a statement on the club's website, Madrid announced an agreement had been reached with Liverpool.
Ex-PSL Boss Announces Contract Extension

1 week ago | soccerladuma.co.za | Matthew Petersen

هذه ليست ضغوطا، شباب بلوزداد نادٍ كبير، ويجب أن ينافس على اللقب في كل موسم. ولكن إلى جانب ذلك، يجب أن يكون لنا دور مهم في دوري أبطال أفريقيا. يجب أن نكون منافسين، محترمين، ومهابين في القارة الأفريقية. نحن نبني هوية كروية واضحة بأسلوب لعب يعتمد على الشراسة، الهجوم، والاستحواذ، هو أسلوب يعكس الشجاعة، العزيمة، والسيطرة. أنا أطالب لاعبيّ بالانضباط، والذكاء التكتيكي، واللعب بكثافة لكنني أيضاً أمنحهم الحرية لتطوير إمكانياتهم، والتعبير عن أنفسهم. الفريق الذي أقوده سيكون دائماً مجتهداً، متحدًا، وشجاعاً.
Al Ahly Reveals Why Sundowns Loss Was Key To League Win

1 week ago | soccerladuma.co.za | Matthew Petersen

Al Ahly captain Mohamed El Shenawy revealed that Mamelodi Sundowns were key to their league success. Check Out: Al Ahly Star Leaves Riveiro ‘Hanging’Al Ahly went head-to-head with rivals Pyramids FC for the Egyptian Premier League title but the Red Devils prevailed with a 6-0 win over Pharco to secure their 45th title. According to Yallakora, El Shenawy revealed he requested the stadium be opened to fans to experience the title victory.
Pyramids ‘Incentivised’ To Win CAF Champions League

1 week ago | soccerladuma.co.za | Matthew Petersen

The Pyramids FC board has offered incentives for the players should they triumph over Mamelodi Sundowns in the CAF Champions League final. Check Out: Pyramids 'Celebrate' Despite Falling ShortPyramids have enjoyed a good campaign this season and narrowly missed out on the Egyptian Premier League title to Al Ahly. The club, however, is still in contention to win two cup competitions as they are finalists in the CAF Champions League and Egyptian Cup.
Al Nassr Makes Ronaldo Stance ‘Clear’

1 week ago | soccerladuma.co.za | Matthew Petersen

As uncertainty continues to grow around Cristiano Ronaldo's future, his current club has reportedly made their stance clear. Check Out: Ahly 'Make Decision' On RonaldoFollowing the end of the Saudi Pro League this past Monday, Ronaldo hinted that his time at Al-Nassr had come to an end with a cryptic post across his social media platforms. "This chapter is over. The story? Still being written. Grateful to all," the five-time Ballon D'Or winner said. This chapter is over. The story? Still being written.
Top 5 Goalscorers In Europe’s Top Leagues

1 week ago | soccerladuma.co.za | Matthew Petersen

With the European football season nearing an end, we look at the hottest marksmen from Europe's top five leagues. Check Out: Man Utd's Top 5 Transfer TargetsThe UEFA Champions League final this weekend will be the culmination of another gruelling yet entertaining season as Inter Milan and PSG battle for Europe's top prize.
Riveiro’s ‘Shocking’ Decision On Al Ahly CWC Squad

1 week ago | soccerladuma.co.za | Matthew Petersen

Incoming Al Ahly boss Jose Riveiro has reportedly made a surprising call when it comes to his squad for the FIFA Club World Cup. Check Out: ‘Koller Had To Leave Al Ahly After Losing To Sundowns’With Al Ahly having wrapped up the Egyptian League title, Riveiro is expected to be announced soon and will officially take charge of the team ahead of the Club World Cup.
Pyramids 'Celebrate' Despite Falling Short

1 week ago | soccerladuma.co.za | Matthew Petersen

Despite a second-place finish in the Egyptian Premier League, Pyramids believe they are the rightful league champions. Check Out: Former Egypt Star Claims Pyramids Have ‘Replaced’ Al AhlyThe Egyptian Premier League title fight went down to the last game of the season as Al Ahly faced Pharco and Pyramids battled Ceramica Cleopatra, with the Red Devils holding a slender two-point lead.