iDiski Times Edition 279 previews the first Soweto Derby of 2026/27

The 279th edition of iDiski Times is now available, with the first Soweto Derby of the 2026/27 season between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs providing its central focus.

Ahead of the weekend meeting, Matshelane Mamabolo speaks to former Orlando Pirates defender Happy Jele and ex-Kaizer Chiefs centre-back Morgan Gould about one of South African football’s biggest fixtures.

The latest issue also features an interview with former Kaizer Chiefs defender Aden McCarthy. Lorenz Kohler talks to McCarthy about his beginnings at Sabah FK and his experiences in the UEFA Champions League so far.

Mamelodi Sundowns’ unexpected exit from the CAF Champions League last weekend is examined by Bra Jakes, who discusses the impact of the result on the club’s season with Roger Feutmba, Thabo Nthethe and Thando Mngomeni.

Orlando Pirates’ recruitment and use of strikers is another key topic. With debate continuing over the type of forward best suited to the club’s approach and tactics, Bra Jakes gets the views of former Bucs frontmen Andries Sebola and Pollen Ndlanya.

The latest edition of iDiski’s Top Ten looks back at the Soweto Derby across the past 55 years, presenting 10 facts about the fixture.

The issue also includes the latest entries in the Rumour Mill. In the World & South Africa section, the career of Tokelo Rantie is revisited, including his time playing in Europe.

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