Pitso Mosimane update and it’s not good news for Kaizer Chiefs fans

Kaizer Chiefs probably never had a genuine chance of hitting Pitso Mosimane. Now, he’s on the verge of a return to the Saudi Pro League.

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Pitso Mosimane heading to the Saudi Pro League

According to local source UnplayableZA on X via Saudi newspaper, Al-Youm, Pitso is close to sealing a move to Abha, a Saudi Pro League outfit currently languishing in 17th place after 19 rounds of matches. If Jingles does end up getting the job, this will be a blow for Kaizer Chiefs who have long been linked with the legendary tactician. He was most recently with UAE side Al Wahda after a stint with Saudi side Al-Ahli who he steered back to the top-flight in Saudi Arabia.

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BAFANA MATCHES AT AFCON 2023

South Africa kicks off their tournament against Mali on Tuesday, 16 January at 20:00. Then, Hugo Broos’ charges face Namibia on Sunday, 21 January at 20:00 and wrap up the Group E action against Tunisia on Wednesday, 24 January at 17:00.

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PERMUTATIONS IN IVORY COAST

Meanwhile, the top two sides in each of the six groups and the four best third-placed finishers will qualify for the Round of 16. Senegal, aka the Lions of Teranga, are the defending champions after vanquishing Egypt on penalties in the 2021 final in Yaounde. Will former Liverpool teammates Sadio Mane and Mo Salah do battle again? Can Bafana battle their way to the latter stages?

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