Siya Ndlela

Johannesburg

Multimedia Journalist at Media24

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Articles

Chiefs star: We fought each other in the change room

4 days ago | kickoff.com | Siya Ndlela

Kaizer Chiefs captain Yusuf Maart has shed light on how Nasreddine Nabi had to intervene during a clash between players at half-time in the 2-1 Nedbank Cup final win over Orlando Pirates. Amakhosi ended a 10-year trophy drought with a hard-fought victory over arch-rivals Pirates at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday.
WARNED: SAPS prepared for Nedbank Cup final drama

6 days ago | kickoff.com | Siya Ndlela

Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates have temporarily left their usual battle ground homes in Gauteng exchange fire in front of a buoyant crowd in eThekwini as the last two standing teams in the Nedbank Cup. The build-up to the fixture has been dominated by safety concerns and an embarrassingly dysfunctional ticketing system that has left many supporters frustrated.
Bucs star: History won't matter against Chiefs

1 week ago | kickoff.com | Siya Ndlela

Orlando Pirates defender Tapelo Xoki believes their recent run of good form will not count for much when they face rivals Kaizer Chiefs in a do-or-die Nedbank Cup final. The Sea Robbers are set to lock horns with their fiercest rivals, in the form of Chiefs, at a sold-out Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday. READ | Sirino speaks: I have no regrets On paper, Jose Riveiro's men are the overwhelming favourites, having already beaten the men in Gold and Black twice this season.
Riveiro: What Pirates have to fix against Chiefs

1 week ago | kickoff.com | Siya Ndlela

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has revealed that one factor his side will have to fix when they take on Kaizer Chiefs, a side they beat just days ago, in the final of the Nedbank Cup. Three Nedbank Cup titles in a row, as well as a swansong for outgoing Riveiro, will be on the agenda as Pirates tackle their fierce rivals Amakhosi at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday.
Chiefs defender: It's up to the coach

1 week ago | kickoff.com | Siya Ndlela

Having missed last weekend's Soweto Derby, Kaizer Chiefs defender Inacio Miguel has provided an update on his fitness ahead of the Nedbank Cup showdown against Orlando Pirates. Chiefs are set to lock horns with their arch-rivals Pirates at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday, with eyes on the Nedbank Cup prize that comes with R7 million in the bank account.
Nedbank Cup final tickets mess, what you need to know!

1 week ago | kickoff.com | Siya Ndlela

Managing Director of Stadium Management South Africa, Bertie Grobbelaar - who has been roped in as auditor - has provided much-needed clarity on the ticketing crisis that has surrounded the Nedbank Cup final. The Moses Mabhida Stadium is set to host this year's Nedbank Cup final, which will double up as the Soweto Derby with Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates the remaining two.
Sirino speaks: I have no regrets...

1 week ago | kickoff.com | Siya Ndlela

Gaston Sirino has responded to questions on harbouring regrets about his move to Kaizer Chiefs, as the side endure an underwhelming season that sees them sitting ninth in the log standings. The Uruguayan joined Chiefs from rivals Mamelodi Sundowns at the start of the season on a free transfer, coming with a huge reputation and an impressive trophy cabinet that includes seven league titles, among other trophies.
Derby discomfort: Three ruled out, Chiefs sweating on two key players

1 week ago | kickoff.com | Siya Ndlela

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has issued an injury update, with as many as three players ruled out ahead of the Nedbank Cup final against rivals Orlando Pirates. Amakhosi have started preparations for the upcoming cup final against rivals Pirates, set for a sold-out Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday. READ | How Chiefs escaped another red card Nabi may, however, have to do it without the services of several key players, with his camp rocked by what appears to be an injury crisis.
Sirino: Winning with Chiefs 'more special' than with Sundowns

1 week ago | kickoff.com | Siya Ndlela

Gaston Sirino has explained why he believes lifting the Nedbank Cup with Kaizer Chiefs will be 'more special' for him than it was when he won it with Mamelodi Sundowns. For Chiefs, the cup final against rivals Orlando Pirates at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday presents an opportunity to end a decade-long trophy drought at Naturena.
Riveiro: They played like animals

1 week ago | kickoff.com | Siya Ndlela

SA News Africa News World News The Club House Podcasts & Videos Win Home Sa News Orlando Pirates May 5, 2025 - 12:59 pm By Siya Ndlela Orlando-Pirates Orlando Pirates tactician Jose Riveiro has hailed the strength of his squad following a hard-fought 2-1 victory over rivals Kaizer Chiefs in the Soweto Derby.