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The Three Lions triumphed over the Lions of Teranga in our second knockout round match of the day. In the first half, late goals from Jordan Henderson in the 39th minute and Harry Kane in stoppage time gave England a 2-0 lead going into halftime. The Senegalese were reeling going into the break. And things didn’t get better when play resumed. Twelve minutes into the second period, Bukayo Saka made it 3-0 England. It is the third goal of the tournament for the young forward. England’s victory sets up a clash of the titans in the next round. They will face France…
This afternoon President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the media outside Nasrec where he told reporters that he had attended the NWC of the ANC meeting and was asked to recuse himself because of the matter on the table – the Section 89 Panel Report on Phala Phala that found he had a case to answer. “As per our own experience, history and tradition … to enable members of the NWC to have a thorough discussion on the report without me being there so that they are free to express themselves as openly and as thoroughly as possible. Without any form of…
As of November 20, 2022, new vehicle sales at the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa) increased 18.2% year-over-year despite a number of negative economic pressures, including the drastic increase in load shedding and the prolonged Covid lockdown in China. Having contributed 4.3% to South Africa’s gross domestic product, the automotive industry exported 34,310 vehicles and automotive components in November 2022, an increase of 64.6% over the 20,831 cars exported in November 2021. Naamsa said vehicle exports have exceeded the 300,000 target level for 2022 by 17.9% this year, reaching 326,516 units sold. A relatively significant increase…
There will be no DStv Premiership match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates on New Year’s Eve, the PSL has confirmed. There will no longer be a DStv Premiership clash between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates on New Year’s Eve, according to the PSL. Due to inclement weather, the match has been moved to Friday, 30 December 2022 at 15:30 from Saturday, 31 December 2022 at 17:30. As for the venue, Loftus Versfeld remains the same. Due to the ongoing FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the league currently enjoys a break due to Mamelodi Sundowns’ lead. Currently, Masandawana have 28…
Japan came from behind to seize another shock victory over a European power as second-half goals from Ritsu Doan and Ao Tanaka downed Spain and sent Germany crashing out of the 2022 World Cup. Victory saw the Japanese top Group E to book a Round-of-16 date with Group F runners-up Croatia, while La Roja will face Morocco in the first knockout stage. But there was more than a hint of controversy about Japan’s second goal, with replays appearing to show Kaoru Mitoma had taken the ball over the left byline before cutting it back for Tanaka to tap home. After a…
AL RAYYAN, Qatar: Ghana’s coach said Thursday that the continent needs more places in the World Cup given the strength of African teams so far. Senegal and Morocco are the only African qualifiers to reach the last 16 of the 2022 tournament. With a win against Uruguay in their final group match, Ghana can advance, while Cameroon can still advance if they beat already qualified Brazil, which is expected to rest its top players. The only team so far to be eliminated is Tunisia, who won 1-0 against France on Wednesday. Ghana’s Otto Addo praised Senegal on Thursday, speaking before…
Ten teams have now progressed to the last 16 of the World Cup after Groups A, B, C and D played their final matches. The Netherlands, Senegal, England and the United States have joined France and Portugal in qualifying for the knockout stages. They have now been joined by defending champions France, Australia, Argentina and Poland after a night of high drama. Argentina beat Poland 2-0 thanks to goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Julian Alvarez, but their opponents still joined them, by the skin of their teeth. Mexico beat Saudi Arabia 2-1, but fell just short on goal difference. Now, it is the…
An announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa’s office a day after a panel reported preliminary evidence that he may have committed serious misconduct has put his presidency at risk. Rather than address the nation as promised Ramaphosa’s spokesman Vincent Magwenya addressed the media this evening and said: “An announcement is imminent. … I can’t confirm the date and time, we will advise.” “The president recognises the urgency of this matter and is in the process of consulting with other leaders. Rather than act in haste, the president will consider the best options for the country. He may or may not continue,…
Brazilian football legend Pelé is in a ‘stable condition’ and ‘in full control of vital functions’ after being admitted to hospital in Sao Paulo. The 82-year-old, who is currently undergoing treatment for metastatic cancer, was taken into the Albert Einstein Hospital on Tuesday with swelling all over his body and heart issues. It was also reported that his chemotherapy treatment is no longer working and Pelé was suffering from mental confusion after being admitted. However, an update from the hospital said the three-time World Cup winner did not need to be admitted to an Intensive Care Unit. A statement issued to the Brazilian media said: ‘After…
Opposition parties are gearing themselves for an impeachment order against Cyril Ramaphosa following the finding of the Parliamentary Panel Report published yesterday. The findings of the investigation into the robbery at Ramaphosa’s farm, handed over yesterday Parliament Nosiviwe Mapisa Nqakulaby by retired Justice Sandile Ngcobo found there was a prima facie case against the president. Opposition parties are however pushing for his impeachment, with the Democratic Alliance, ActionSA and the Economic Freedom Fighters leading the charge. The report will first be discussed and debated at a sitting of Parliament next week on December 6. ActionSA president Herman Mashaba said Ramaphosa…