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Kick Off is a football magazine and online platform created by Media24. It primarily concentrates on local South African tournaments, particularly the Premier Soccer League.

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'Yaya' for greener pastures, yay or nay?

1 day ago | kickoff.com | Thato Bosoga

With Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo Sithole's loan deal expiring at Gil Vicente next month, agent Manuel Tomas has discussed his future. After an impressive Africa Cup of Nations campaign between January and February last year, where Sithole was one of the outstanding players who inspired Bafana to a bronze medal, he eventually secured a loan move to Primeira Liga outfit Gil Vicente. READ | Title in sight: Cardoso v Rulani, who did better?
Bafana get midfield boost ahead of World Cup qualifiers

2 days ago | kickoff.com | Thato Bosoga

After Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo Sithole missed the majority of the season due to injury, agent Manuel Tomas has revealed what his client's immediate focus is. Sithole's last competitive match was back in October last year when he had to be stretchered off with a broken leg in the last 20 minutes, in Bafana's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against South Sudan, which they won 3-2 away. READ: Moment of truth for Durban City, goodbye Spurs?
Title in sight: Cardoso v Rulani, who did better?

2 days ago | kickoff.com | Thato Bosoga

After Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso pleaded for credit for taking the club "to a higher level", KickOff assesses his league record vs that of Rulani Mokwena and Manqoba Mnnqithi at Chloorkop. Sundowns are on the cusp of a record-extending eighth consecutive league title ahead of a clash against Chippa United on Wednesday, as a point would be enough for them to be crowned champions.
Important update on Mayele to Chiefs

3 days ago | kickoff.com | Thato Bosoga

With speculation surrounding Kaizer Chiefs' intention to target Pyramids FC predator Fiston Mayele, KickOff has the lowdown on the probability of the deal with next season in sight. With the 2024/25 season reaching its business end, rumours on player movements have started to dominate conversations, especially with Chiefs expected to bolster their squad in the off-season.
'Every game there's new face at Chiefs'

3 days ago | kickoff.com | Thato Bosoga

With Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi reportedly out of favour with the club's hierarchy, club legend Doctor Khumalo has made a case for the 59-year-old's first season at the Village. The post-season review of Nabi, in his debut campaign, will be on a tightrope, even though he won the Nedbank Cup. READ | Pirates lieutenant pained by Chiefs defeat: I have no words...
Honey and pain for Nabi at Chiefs

3 days ago | kickoff.com | Thato Bosoga

Kaizer Chiefs' trend of coaches not being retained at Naturena after a season could be set to continue, as the hierarchy have seemingly lost confidence in head coach Nasreddine Nabi. Nabi appeared to have the backing of the Chiefs management towards the end of the campaign, after the Nedbank Cup run papered over the cracks of a poor league form and dismal performance in the Carling Knockout.
UPDATE: Riveiro to Al Ahly done deal?

4 days ago | kickoff.com | Thato Bosoga

After Orlando Pirates announced the early release of head coach Jose Riveiro, KickOff has the latest on the Spaniard's links to a new club. On Monday morning, Pirates released a second statement on the future of Riveiro, after announcing that he has been granted his wish to be released early from his contract, with the club set to bid him farewell after the game against Golden Arrows on Tuesday.
Kaizer Jr. reveals Chiefs master plan

4 days ago | kickoff.com | Thato Bosoga

Though Kaizer Chiefs are expected to strengthen their squad with new signings, Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jr. has revealed why the club will not abandon their master plan which finally delivered a Nedbank Cup title. Chiefs came across as desperate over the years in the off-season on transfer windows, as they restructured their squad heavily with new, so-called marquee signings, with the hope of competing for titles.
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.
Doctor: The only problem that nearly cost Chiefs

4 days ago | kickoff.com | Thato Bosoga

Kaizer Chiefs were a different team against Orlando Pirates in the Nedbank Cup final, as statistics reveal how Nasreddine Nabi pulled off a famous victory over their old foes. Chiefs were more adventurous in the league game against Pirates a week prior, where they tried to go pound for pound with Jose Riveiro's charges and, in spite of scoring an early goal, went on to lose 2-1.