Mamelodi Sundowns’ MTN8 triumph and Kaizer Chiefs’ goalkeeper debate lead iDiski Times 277

The 277th edition of iDiski Times focuses on Mamelodi Sundowns’ 2026 MTN8 success, the competition for places in the Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeping department and a range of other major stories from South African and international football.

Mamelodi Sundowns were crowned 2026 MTN8 champions after beating Orlando Pirates 2-0 in the final. Lethabo Kganyago speaks to MTN8 Ambassadors Lehlohonolo Majoro, Linda Mntambo and Rodney Ramagalela about the match and Sundowns’ victory.

The edition also examines whether AmaZulu forward Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya can reach the 20-goal mark this campaign after his record-breaking scoring performances this season.

Matshelane Mamabolo discusses Ngwenya’s form with AmaZulu coach Arthur Zwane and former Zimbabwean striker Wilfred Mugeyi.

Kaizer Chiefs’ goalkeeping situation is another key focus, with Bra Jakes speaking to William Shongwe and Alejandro Heredia about whether Renaldo Leaner or Brandon Petersen should be the club’s first-choice goalkeeper.

Lethabo also interviews Simba SC midfielder Neo Maema about his personal ambitions and the club’s aims for the season. Maema was on the scoresheet when Simba SC beat Young Africans at the weekend.

The latest edition of iDiski Times includes the weekly iDiski’s Top 10, which identifies 10 players to watch during the current Motsepe Foundation Championship campaign.

The issue also features the latest developments from the Rumour Mill. In World & South Africa, it looks back at Phakamani Mahlambi, described as South Africa’s first player to go to Egypt.

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