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Agent Won’t Wait Long For Mhango’s Future Talks | Soccer Laduma
Marumo Gallants striker Gabadinho Mhango.
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Marumo Gallants could find themselves losing out on Gabadinho Mhango at the end of the season if they don’t act quick to tie him down to a new contract.
The Malawian international’s contract with Gallants is expiring at the end of June. It’s a contract Mhango had with Moroka Swallows before it was purchased by Gallants and now there’s just a few months left on it.
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Mhango’s agent, Mike Makaab, has told Soccer Laduma that they are not engaging with any other club at the moment for the services of the former Orlando Pirates striker, but made it clear that the ball is in Gallants’ court to open talks over a new deal.
“We are looking at opportunities for him. Obviously, Marumo Gallants are a club we have got to respect. He’s got a contract with them and he is doing well for them. What we don’t want to do is engage anybody at the moment purely because he is just starting to find his straps again. Let’s hope that it continues because when I look at an in-form Gabadinho Mhango, very few players can score goals the way he can. The most important thing is that he is going to continue working hard and let’s see where it takes him,” Makaab said to Soccer Laduma, before revealing that they are not going to wait too long for Gallants to start engaging them over a new deal.
“No, we won’t wait. The club has every opportunity to engage us. They know that we represent Gaba. If they are keen on his services, they need to approach us.”
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Mhango has been one of the side’s stand out performers this season, with five goals and one assist in 23 matches for the club. He is their top scorer in the league and there could be opportunities for him to make a move come the end of the season if Gallants wait too long to put an offer on the table.
SuperSport United were believed to be interested in the player, but with Gavin Hunt gone, it’s unclear if the club will make a move for him. Chippa United are also known admirers of Mhango, who is open to a move at the end of the campaign.
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AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup reaches the quarter-finals
Eight nations have progressed from the group stages
Group C
Despite both teams unable to qualify for the quarter-final stage at the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup 2025, Indonesia registered their first win of the competition with a 6-4 victory against Afghanistan. Teguh netted the first goal of the match to put the Indonesians in front, before completing his hat-trick in the third and final period, while Pradik, Triwahono and Sentanu contributed goals to ensure Indonesia finished their group stage run on a high.
IR Iran came out on top in the match to decide the winners of Group C, narrowly beating UAE 4-3. With the teams heading into the third period at 2-2, free-kick goals from Mirshekari and Movahed for Iran cancelled out Walid’s final period strike, to confirm victory.
Group D
The first Group D match of the day at the Jomtien Beach Arena saw Malaysia win their final group match, defeating Vietnam 3-1. Both teams failed to take the lead in the opening period of the encounter as the Malaysians went ahead in the final few minutes of the second period, courtesy of Hafizal. Faris doubled Malaysia’s lead in the third period, as Hafizal scored the final goal of the match with his second of the day.
Former champions Oman were crowned the winners of Group D, after a 5-1 win against Bahrain in their final group match. Oman scored five consecutive goals in the fixture as Yahya scored a hat-trick, while Al Bulushi and Al Raimi both struck. Bahrain netted a consolation in the third period as Aldoseri headed home in the final 20 seconds of the match.
Results
Group C
Afghanistan 4-6 Indonesia
IR Iran 4-3 UAE
Group D
Malaysia 3-1 Vietnam
Oman 5-1 Bahrain
Fixtures – 26/03/25
Quarter-finals
Thailand vs Saudi Arabia
Japan vs Lebanon
Photos: AFC
Source: https://beachsoccer.com/afc-beach-soccer-asian-cup-reaches-the-quarter-finals
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Congratulations Pour In On Iranian Soccer Team’s World Cup Qualification – Iran Front Page
Global football authorities and Iranian officials have poured in congratulations as Iran’s national team secured its place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking the country’s fourth consecutive qualification for football’s premier tournament.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino posted a video and led the tributes, stating, “Many many congratulations to the Islamic Republic of Iran for brilliantly qualifying to the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the United States, Mexico and Canada.”
Team Melli clinched their spot at the 2026 global football showcase following an intense 2-2 stalemate with Uzbekistan at Tehran’s Azadi Stadium on Tuesday evening.
Entering the crucial qualifier with an impressive 19-point haul from six victories and one draw, Iran merely required a single point to guarantee progression.
Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian extended his congratulations to the national football team for securing qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
“This achievement, coinciding with the beginning of the New Year [1404 in the Persian calendar], heralds continued national and sporting successes for our country throughout the year,” the President stated.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi described the achievement as “the perfect completion of Nowruz celebrations for Iranians worldwide,” praising the team’s fighting spirit and the support from football authorities.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf hailed the qualification as “a glorious accomplishment bringing pride and joy to the Iranian people.”
Source: https://ifpnews.com/congratulations-iranian-soccer-team-world-cup-qualification/
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Fans React To Bafana Crucial Win Over Benin | Soccer Laduma
Lyle Foster, Thapelo Morena and Siyabonga Ngezana celebrate a goal during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Qualifier match between Benin and South Africa at Stade Felix Houphouet Boigny in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Photo by Ange Gnacadja/Gallo Images
South African football fans are in dreamland after Bafana Bafana’s crucial World Cup qualifiers win over Benin.
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Bafana Bafana extended their lead in World Cup qualifying with a 2-0 win over Benin at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in the Ivory Coast on Tuesday evening, moving five points clear at the top of their group.
Lyle Foster and Jayden Adams scored in the second half, securing a major for Hugo Broos’ troops, pushing them to 13 points from six matches.
Rwanda and Benin are tied for second in Group C with eight points, while Nigeria sits on seven points after a last-minute equaliser in their 1-1 draw at home against a valiant Zimbabwe.
Supporters on the Twitter/X timeline was no time reveling in Bafana’s crucial win, which takes them closer to their first FIFA World Cup berth since hosting the global showpiece in 2010.
The aforementioned goal scorers, defenders Siyabonga Ngezana, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Fawaaz Basadien and midfielder Thalente Mbatha were all singled out for fan praise.
Let’s take a look at the best reactions to Bafana’s win over Benin:
Bafana Bafana bringing South Africans as much joy as the springboks is one of the greatest things to happen to this country for real
— Vusi.Mz?? (@YouDunnoVusi) March 25, 2025
We all getting tickets to the States, to go watch Bafana Bafana at the World Cup right?
— Kooks (@Kookie_Kuhle) March 26, 2025
I wasn’t around when Mandela got released from prison but I will be there when Bafana Bafana lifts the World Cup in America???????? pic.twitter.com/Edpw69d1FR
— mfoka Ngcobo???????? (@_Ngcobo_) March 25, 2025
Don’t tell how many points Bafana needs to collect to qualify. We don’t do calculations here, we just show up and issue hands. Every single game!
— Lesilo Rula (@kay_mahapa) March 25, 2025
Thalente Mbatha and Bathusi Oubaas were unbelievable in that Bafana Bafana today.??????????.
— Pule Jakkals (@PuleZtro) March 25, 2025
???? : Pheka
?????????????? : Cook
???? : El Cook
???? : Cookinho
???? : Cooksteiner
???? : Van Der Cook
???? : Cookaldo
???? : Cookovic
???? : Cook oo pic.twitter.com/bwT2L0MJMT— L E S E D I (@_Hybreed_) March 25, 2025
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Maema’s Chiefs Option ‘Is In His Own Hands’ | Soccer Laduma
PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA – JANAURY 25: Neo Maema of Mamelodi Sundowns during the Nedbank Cup, Last 32 match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Sibanye Golden Stars at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on January 25, 2025 in Pretoria, South Africa. (Photo by Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images)
Kaizer Chiefs were previously linked with an interest in Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Neo Maema, and now the Siya crew finds out the latest on the situation.
With one year remaining on his contract, the 29-year-old former Bloemfontein Celtic midfielder had expressed a desire to fight for his place at the Brazilians.
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However, insiders close to the player have indicated that Chiefs are still believed to be keen on Maema.
The Siya sources added that the ball is in Maema’s court for his next move.
“What I can tell you is that we know and believe that Kaizer Chiefs are believed to be highly interested in signing him but him as a player has indicated that he would want to fight for his place at Sundowns which seems very slim. That’s why we believe his destiny or destination is in his own hands. This is whether he joins Chiefs or not,” the insider told the Siya crew.
A second Siya source close to the situation stated that while Maema intends to remain at Sundowns, the club’s planned squad downsizing could force his hand.
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“It won’t be easy, though, for him at Sundowns going forward. It’s believed that the squad downsizing will affect a lot of players and he could be one of them. Though he still has one year remaining on his contract. So, a move away could be the best solution for him in this condition. So, the Chiefs move could still be on the cards at the end of the season,” the second source described the situation.
Maema joined Sundowns in 2021 from now-defunct Bloemfontein Celtic on a five-year contract set to expire in June 2026. However, with fierce competition in Sundowns’ squad, the midfielder has not received enough game time, featuring in just a few league matches this season.
As Chiefs look to strengthen their midfield, Maema’s next move will be one of the key stories to watch when the transfer window reopens.
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Nigeria Boss Reacts To Possible Bafana Points Deduction | Soccer Laduma
Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has given his thoughts on the possible points deduction for Bafana Bafana.
The head coach of Nigeria has reacted to the news of a possible points deduction for South Africa after their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes were dashed by Zimbabwe.
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The Super Eagles were unable to build on their first win in their World Cup qualification campaign against Rwanda when they came up against the Warriors.
After attempting to break down a resolute Zimbabwean defence for much of the encounter, Victor Osimhen found the back of the net for the three-time African champions in the 72nd minute. While it looked as though they were about to make it back-to-back victories in qualification, Tawanda Chirewa scored a late equaliser for the Southern Africans and the sides shared the spoils.
The result leaves Nigeria six points behind group table toppers South Africa with four matches to play. While the lead looks increasingly unassailable, they will be given hope of potential qualification after news broke that three points could be deducted from Bafana Bafana.
When Nigeria boss Eric Chelle was quizzed on the possible qualification lifeline, he said, as per Daily Post Nigeria: “I don’t want to tell you about that. I said yesterday we are focused on our game, so this is why I talked to my guys after the game.
“I told them to look forward to second place. They did a great job during the ten days, so they deserve this qualification.
“I am trusting them and maybe if South Africa loses three points, the last game is against Rwanda so we can pass this team and after that we have a game against South Africa.
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“If it is true, we will see what happens in the coming days.”
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Paulo Bento has been fired as head coach of the United Arab Emirates national soccer team
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Paulo Bento has been fired as head coach of the United Arab Emirates soccer team just hours after a 2-1 win Tuesday over North Korea kept alive its slim hopes of direct qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
That victory, sealed with a goal deep in stoppage time, put the UAE four points behind second-place Uzbekistan in Group A with two games remaining in the third round of Asian qualifying. The top two from each of the three Asian groups are guaranteed a place in the 48-team tournament to be hosted next year by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
“The UAE Football Association has decided to dismiss the head coach of the national team, Paulo Bento, along with his coaching staff,” the UAE football association posted on social media.
The 55-year-old Bento led South Korea to the knockout stages of the 2022 World Cup, 10 years after he guided Portugal to the last four of the European Championships. He was appointed in July 2023 to succeed Rodolfo Arruabarrena.
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Iran secured a World Cup place with a 2-2 draw against Uzbekistan.
If the UAE misses out on second place, there is another round of qualification as the teams that finish third and fourth in the groups go into a playoff for further spots at the World Cup. Asia has eight guaranteed spots at the global tournament.
UAE’s next qualifier is against Uzbekistan at home on June 5.
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SuperSport Turn To A Familiar Face After Hunt Exit | Soccer Laduma
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – FEBRUARY 18: SuperSport United bench during the Betway Premiership match between Kaizer Chiefs and SuperSport United at FNB Stadium on February 18, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Sydney Seshibedi/Gallo Images)
SuperSport United have turned to a familiar face to help turn their fortunes around for the remainder of the 2024/25 season.
Insiders have informed this publication that the club has made the decision to bring back former stalwart Onismor Bhasera to assist the technical team following the departure of head coach Gavin Hunt last week.
Hunt’s exit came after a string of disappointing results, which left SuperSport struggling in the league.
The club now finds itself in second-last place on the log standings with only five wins from 21 matches. With just nine games remaining in the season, SuperSport will be hoping that the fresh input from Bhasera and the interim technical team can help them avoid relegation and finish the campaign strongly.
The interim technical setup will be led by Andre Arendse and Grant Johnson, who have been appointed to see out the season. In addition to Arendse and Johnson, sources have confirmed that Bhasera, who spent eight successful years at the club as a player, has returned to lend his expertise.
Since hanging up his boots in 2024, Bhasera has been focused on his coaching career, obtaining his coaching badges and running coaching clinics.
His experience at SuperSport, combined with his recent coaching pursuits, make him a valuable addition to the technical team during this critical phase of the season.
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Official: Lesotho Break Silence On Mokoena Yellow Card Debacle | Soccer Laduma
Lesotho have lodged an official complaint to FIFA and CAF regarding the ineligibility of Teboho Mokoena for their latest FIFA World Cup qualifier.
A member of the Lesotho Football Association (LFA) has broken their silence regarding the controversy surrounding Teboho Mokoena’s alleged ineligibility for their recent FIFA World Cup qualifier.
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The LFA has confirmed that they have lodged a query with FIFA regarding the accumulation of yellow cards by Bafana Bafana midfielder Mokoena.
The Mamelodi Sundowns conductor was booked in South Africa’s first match of their qualification campaign against Benin in 2023 and again when they last faced Zimbabwe. World governing body statutes state that a player is to serve a one-match suspension after being booked in two separate matches before.
While there were 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in between South Africa’s previous FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe and their most recent one against Likuena, the aforementioned statutes claim that a suspension cannot be carried out in another competition, so the LFA does have a valid basis to query the Free State native’s participation in their encounter at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium this past weekend.
“The question is, was a rule broken? If yes, we are fully entitled to protest and get the points. We were made aware of Mokoena’s bookings and we have since sent a formal inquiry to CAF and FIFA,” secretary-general Mokhosi Mohapi told Sowetan Live.
“We have heard that Nigeria also want to protest and they too are entitled to that because the result (last Friday) prejudices everyone. Suppose it was us who fielded a defaulter and got the points, Bafana would have done the same.
“Unfortunately, the law is the law and SAFA should have known about the bookings. We have no hard feelings. We want those points.”
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The point of contention will now be whether Lesotho lodged the complaint within 24 hours after the match ended. FIFA’s Disciplinary Code states, “Associations and their clubs are entitled to lodge protests. Protests must reach the Disciplinary Committee in writing via the FIFA Legal Portal indicating the relevant grounds, within 24 hours of the end of the match in question.”
Leslie Notsi also shared his verdict in a post match press conference following their 1-1 draw to Rwanda.
”On this matter I can’t say much, my focus was on today’s match (against
Rwanda),” Notsi told the media.
“I think that one is up to the authorities and those in charge and I heard they will le complaints, but I don’t know anything, I do not know if they have
done it yet.’
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