Soccer Laduma 1500th edition to feature Wandile Duba, Patrick Maswanganyi and stadium safety

Soccer Laduma’s 1500th edition, available at outlets on Thursday, 12th November 2026, will examine Wandile Duba’s dramatic revival at Kaizer Chiefs, Patrick Maswanganyi’s move to Bahrain and the safety concerns surrounding major football matches in South Africa.

The issue also includes features on Mamelodi Sundowns attacker Siyanda Ndlovu, Manchester United’s struggles in the English Premier League and the latest developments from the popular Siyagobhoza section.

Duba’s transformation at Kaizer Chiefs

On 20 March this year, Wandile Duba had not scored during the 2025/26 season and was struggling for opportunities at Kaizer Chiefs.

Following Nasreddine Nabi’s departure, the 22-year-old spent six months largely out of favour under co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef. Eight months later, his circumstances have changed significantly.

Duba is now scoring regularly, producing strong performances and starting matches week after week. Fernando Da Cruz identified a player who had rediscovered his goalscoring form towards the end of last season, before embarking on a recent scoring run.

Soccer Laduma investigates the factors behind Duba’s turnaround, assesses his current strengths and weaknesses, and considers how far he can progress.

Maswanganyi explains Orlando Pirates exit

Patrick Maswanganyi’s decision to leave Orlando Pirates for Al Khaldiya SC in Bahrain surprised football supporters across South Africa.

The attacking player had an often complicated relationship with Orlando Pirates fans. They appreciated his ability but could also be critical of his style of play during his time with the Buccaneers.

Maswanganyi is enjoying his football in Bahrain and is keen to remain abroad for some time. Continuing performances at a consistently high level will be important if he is to extend that stay.

He visited his former club at Orlando Amstel Arena last weekend and accepted an interview request from the South African Football Journalists’ Association (SAFJA). During the conversation, he explained the reasons behind his departure from Orlando Pirates. Soccer Laduma was present for the interview.

Focus on stadium safety

The possibility of another Soweto derby in the Carling Knockout final has brought stadium safety back into focus after disorder during the recent match between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs at FNB Stadium.

PSL chairman Dr. Irvin Khoza has urged the stakeholders responsible for staging the fixture to accept accountability. Stadium Management South Africa CEO Bertie Grobbelaar has welcomed Khoza’s intervention and outlined some of the problems that must be addressed.

Overcrowding, fake tickets and supporters forcing their way into the stadium remain central concerns. The feature examines what happened, where responsibility lies and which measures could improve supporter safety at future major football events.

More from issue 1500

Siyanda Ndlovu’s rapid rise from Mamelodi Sundowns prospect to Bafana Bafana call-up is also charted. His progress came through consistent performances rather than publicity, allowing him to move beyond a preliminary squad list through his form.

The international feature looks at Manchester United’s 14-season wait for an English Premier League title. Before the November international break, they recovered from two-goal deficits twice to draw 4-4 with Aston Villa at Old Trafford, a result that may have preserved Michael Carrick’s position for now.

The 20-time league champions are 18th after 10 games, one point above bottom club Crystal Palace. Despite minor signs of improvement, their immediate concern is survival rather than success.

Former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Brent Carelse discusses the SA U23 side’s match against Madagascar, while Siyagobhoza reports that Pirates do not intend to loan out Dansin, Sundowns are backing Cardoso and Chiefs have offered Mokwana a lucrative deal.