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In this episode, Jabu is joined by tax lawyer Louis Botha and Director of Cash n Sport Research, Nqobile Ndlovu, for a comprehensive discussion the firesale of Royal AM amid tax debts incurred by its owner, Shawn Mkhize. Jabu, Louis, and Nqobile break down the legal, financial, and sporting implications of the case, analysing how it fits into the broader context of South African football.Topics covered include Shawn Mkhize's longstanding tax dispute with SARS, the extensive powers that the curator bonis Jacob Venter has over Royal AM, the unsuccessful bid by Roy Moodley for Royal AM, what happens if the curator does not receive satisfactory bids for the club, and what the Royal AM case reflects about the PSL clubs' corporate governance and financial sustainability.---------------

Owners of Royal AM football club seem to be in deep waters.

Stephen Grootes discusses how global shifts, including trade wars, European stimulus, and China's growing influence, are challenging US dominance, while also exploring the local implications of Royal AM's auction amid a R40m tax debt. In other interviews, we hear about the Growth of Leonista - South Africa's organic 'tequila' with Sarah Kennan, founder of Leonista. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk.There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.zaSubscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa.Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Nqobile Ndlovu Sport Business Expert about the auction of troubled Premier Soccer League club Royal AM, owed R40m in tax, and the implications for the club's future. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk. There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.za Subscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa. Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After nearly four months, the Premier Soccer League returns on Saturday! Mitch and Grant are back to preview the first round of action with a particular eye on the big moves during this transfer window. Kaizer Chiefs travel to Bloemfontein on Saturday to face Marumo Gallants with seven new faces in their squad. Can the Glamour Boys make a surprise title challenge? Also on Saturday, Cape Town City, with a newly signed midfield trio, will travel to Royal AM, who are still under a FIFA transfer ban. The action continues next midweek with Mamelodi Sundowns look to beat Tshwane rivals SuperSport United and end a run of four losses in the last five domestic fixtures. The big games conclude on Wednesday with Orlando Pirates hosting Chippa United. Tune in for the transfer talk and top tips ahead of this first round of PSL action!  

The PSL is back after a six-week hiatus for the AFCON! Mitch Matyana and Grant James return to preview Round 17's action and to look more deeply into some of the top clubs. We analyse the first half of the season for Mamelodi Sundowns and ask what effect four new signings and having 11 players at AFCON will have. They host Orlando Pirates in a mouth-watering clash on Saturday night. The action begins as SuperSport United host a high-flying Stellenbosch FC on Friday and Kaizer Chiefs travel to Royal AM on Sunday. Mitch and Grant look at the relegation battle, ask whether Cape Town City can finish in the CAF Champions League spots and tip TS Galaxy to have a strong second round. Get all the PSL betting tips for the weekend ahead right here!  

Mitch and Grant return to preview round 6 of the DSTV Premiership. We have four games to enjoy in a truncated set of fixtures. Can Moroka Swallows make it three successive wins on Friday night to extend Richards Bay's 20-match winless streak? On Saturday, Kaizer Chiefs host one of their bogey sides in Royal AM in the day's pick of the action. On Sunday, AmaZulu play host to Cape Town City as they look to inflict a fifth straight loss on Eric Tinkler's charges. We have all the best betting tips and tactical insights ahead of the action.

Kaizer Chiefs have had a poor start to their 2023/24 Campaign; having only scraped past Cape Town City in the Nedbank Cup quarter Finals, the Glamour Boys are currently sitting in 13th position, after only managing to take 1 point away from a possible 9. Chiefs recently appointed former Bafana Bafana coach Molefi Ntseki to turn the ship around, however many are suggesting that having Ntseki at the helm with assistant coach Arthur Zwane, failure is imminent. On the latest episode of the Fan Reaction Show, Mzansi reacts to the latest incident involving Royal Am and how they treated a PSL fan. Khosi nation also reacts to Kaizer Chiefs' poor run of form, and even suggests that Molefi Ntseki and Arthur Zwane are not a perfect match! SL Radio on SoccerLaduma.co.za

After an action-packed first round in the PSL, Mitch Matyana and Grant James are back to preview a full round of midweek fixtures. The headline match sees Mamelodi Sundowns host Kaizer Chiefs on National Women's Day. Can Amakhosi lay down a marker for the season against the Champions? We have a KZN derby to enjoy and the two promoted teams play their first matches at home. Can Pirates bounce back to beat Royal AM or will they draw a third straight home league match? Meanwhile, Steve Komphela's Swallows host Cape Town City with a new forward set for a debut. An exciting midweek awaits and we have all the tactical talk and betting tips you could ask for!

Siyabonga Ngezana has joined an elite set of players who have made the move out of the PSL, and into Europe. The Former Kaizer Chiefs defender has put pen to paper and signed for Romanian Ligue 1 club, Fotbol Club FCSB. The versatile defender spent seven seasons with the Glamour Boys, where he grew into a formidable defender. Many Chiefs fans have even praised the 25-year-old, claiming he was one of the best defenders during the 2022/23 Dstv Premiership season. The beauty of this move is that there is proof that development players have what it takes to make the move to Europe, so long as the player is hard-working, determined, and ready to make the necessary sacrifices. Ngezane was able to control the defence, not only playing in the full-back position, but when duty called, he slotted perfectly into a center-back role, which make him an indispensable player. Being able to shift mindsets into these positions, is no easy task, which is why a European club came calling. Former Kaizer Chiefs striker, Samir Nurkovic has been in a legal battle with Pal club, Royal AM over a contractual dispute, which saw the club owned by Shawn Mkhize terminate the Serbians contract early, to the tumultuous groans of the PSL. Nurkovic signed a two-year deal, not long after being released by the Glamour Boys, but he never featured in any competitive matches. Nurkovic's contract was terminated 2 months into this binding agreement, without any form of compensation. The club argued he was released due to a lengthy period of ‘sick leave.' The Serb took this discrepancy forward to the PSL, where, in his favour, it was announced that Royal Am has to payout the contract, a fee which comes close to R12 million, or ‘Mkhize's men' will face a ban imposed by FIFA. On the latest episode of the Fan Reaction Show, Mzansi praises former Kaizer Chiefs defender Siyabonga Ngezane for making a move to Europe, where he has signed for Romanian Ligue 1 club, Fotbol Club FCSB. Mzansi reacts to the legal battle between Samir Nurkovic and PSL club Royal AM after his contract was terminated prematurely. SL Radio on SoccerLaduma.co.za

The promotion of top-flight newbies Richards Bay FC to the Premiership brought about a positive aura around the province as the increase of clubs hailing from KZN signalled progress in the general football spectrum of the province. Richards Bay joined Arrows, AmaZulu, Royal AM and Maritzburg United - KZN had the joint most teams in the league, tied with Gauteng with five. The beginning of the season saw Richards Bay surging toward the top of the league standings alongside AmaZulu. With two games of the season remaining, Arrows, AmaZulu, Richards Bay and Maritzburg are in the bottom eight.

The 2022/23 Dstv Premiership title race is well and truly over, but we have an exciting race for second place on our hands. Orlando Pirates, SuperSport United, and Kaizer Chiefs are battling it out to become the second team to represent South Africa in the CAF Champions League. 6 points operate second place Pirates and fourth-placed Chiefs. Gavin Hunt's SuperSport United make up third place with 48 points. When speaking on the Fan Reaction Show, one fan suggests that SuperSport United and Kaizer Chiefs are making things easy for Pirates with their disappointing results. Pirates will have it all to play for to join Sundowns. South Africa is home to one of the most magnificent stadiums on the continent, Soccer City. Also known as the FND stadium, many are concerned about the attendance that this stadium sees. With a capacity of over 94 000 (ninety-four thousand), we rarely see a sold-out stadium, unless the Soweto Derby is being played, or if Mamelodi Sundowns are in town to face off against Chiefs or Pirates. One fan thinks it's because of the size, and when you are the number of tickets sold and place those fans in a smaller stadium, the turnout is actually really good. When Royal AM traveled to Soweto to face Orlando Pirates, die-hard soccer Fan Mam Joy was denied entry into the match with many suggesting it was because she changed allegiance. Mama Joy was a Pirates fan through and through, but recently made the switch to Royal AM. Videos surfacing on social media suggest her right of entry, with the ticket she purchased, was denied in a calm matter. But the fact remains. Mama Joy eventually goes into the stadium, 57 minutes after kickoff. One cannot forget that this has happened before. It started with Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos, then TS Galaxy Chairman Tim Sukazi, and now Mama Joy. Is it time that the PSL and SAFA step in to intervene to stop this barbaric behaviour? On the latest episode of the Fan Reaction Show, Mzansi expresses their opinion on whether or not Orlando Pirates can qualify for the CAF Champions League and claim the second spot on the Dstv Premiership table. The fans discuss the troubling issues of the Soweto Stadium sitting empty during matches and also share their thoughts on Mama Joy being denied entry into the stadium for the Orlando Pirates vs Royal AM match. SL Radio on SoccerLaduma.co.za

1. Opening  Predictions from last podcast  Pirates win - both  Chiefs draw - Lee & Alex: Chiefs win  SS Utd win - both  We spoke of Iqraam Rayners - scored again on the weekend Your Moment/Stat of the Week / Talk about games just happened - leads nicely into Chiefs  2. Team Focus: Kaizer Chiefs  P:27 / W:13 / D:5 / L:9 / GS:31 / GC:29 / Pts:44  Lots of penalties thai season - game Stellies in CT 3 penalties 3 goals ● Arthur Zwane under lots of pressure this season - justified?  xG and Shot chart discussion     Solid on the xG data  Why have they not been more clinical in front of goal?   3. Player Focus: Peter Shalulile 100 goals 4. Match Focus  Stellenbosch FC vs Golden Arrows - Top 8 quali  Alex: Stellies win  Lee: Stellies win  Royal AM vs CT City - Top 8 quali  Alex: Away win  Lee: Draw  AmaZulu vs Sekhukhune Utd - Relegation vs Top 8 quali Alex: Away win Lee: Draw  Mid-week fixture and Nedbank cup semi-final (Soweto Derby)  

Kaizer Chiefs in recent years have not lived up to the standards that Mzansi knows. The glamour boys last tasted silverware during the 2014/15 season when they won the DStv Premiership title. Chiefs, historically, are one of the biggest clubs on the continent, but there have been many challenges that have proven difficult to overcome. With managerial changes, lacking funds, and players not living up to their standards, Chiefs currently find themselves in 4th position on the log, a staggering 20 points behind crowned champions Mamelodi Sundowns. Looking at the statistics, Chiefs have scored the majority of their goals within the first quarter of the match, but then they allow silly mistakes and schoolboy errors to prevent them from claiming all 3 points. This is something that isn't only seen by Mzansi, in fact, Amakhosi defender Siyabonga Ngezana recently stated that the team has been its own worst enemy! The Nedbank Cup returns to our screens this weekend with some mouthwatering fixtures taking place. The current top 4 teams in the PSL (Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates, Supersport United, and Kaizer Chiefs) are all taking place with Royal AM, Sekhukhune United, Dondal Stars, and Chippa United making up the other 4 teams. Chiefs will be looking to progress to get their hands on silverware, Sundowns will hope to continue their local dominance and Dondal Stars will be wanting to cause a severe upset when they face off against Orlando Pirates. On the latest episode of the Fan Reaction Show, Mzansi has reacted to Chiefs defender Siyabonga Ngezana's statement and also predicted what they think will occur during the quarter-final fixtures of the Nedbank Cup! SL Radio on SoccerLaduma.co.za

Host Carl Lewis and the team at Laduma Analytics review the MTN8 Semifinals.   The MTN8 semi-finals saw Orlando Pirates and AmaZulu reach the final of the competition, knocking out Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs respectively. By The Numbers is a weekly focus on some of teh statistics from the PSL weekend. With just one match remaining in the competition, we have enough data to see if there are any patterns & trends.   Semi-final 1 - Sundowns 0 Orlando Pirates 3 Pirates took few shots, that was enough  If you had said before the game that Sundowns would take 14 shots at goal and Pirates only five, no one would have batted an eyelid. Sundowns are the joint-highest shot takers per game in the league, while Pirates have been a low volume shot team all season (only recently averaging the fewest shots on target per game in the top-flight). That has improved of late recently, but in a tie where they had to soak up a lot of pressure, they reverted to the norm.   5 - shots for Pirates on the day, their lowest in a match since 17 August (4 v Royal AM) 5 - shots by Pirates, the lowest by any team in a MTN8 match this season   Having taken an early-ish lead, it would have been foolish for Pirates to go recklessly chasing more goals. After all, Sundowns needed two goals to overcome the away goal deficit. So a lot of credit must go to Jose Riveiro's tactics after taking the lead. Sundowns' comeback record has never been great, at moments on Satuday it did feel like we had seen versions of this match many times. This was not tiki take Pirates at all.  210 - passes by Pirates in this game, the fewest by a team in the MTN8 this season 210 - passes by Pirates, the fewest by a team in the MTN8 since we have this data available (2016/17 season, 62 games) 210 - passes by Pirates, the fewest by a Pirates team since we have Pirates data available (2015/16 season, 300+ games)   Even the goals they scored came from situations that initially did not look dangerous. Truth is, they just had to wait for the mistakes and be clinical when the opportunities arose. A bit of a smash and grab.   3 - shots by Pirates, that resulted in the three goals Sundowns unimaginative with possession Sundowns were their own enemies on the day, with some uncharacteristically bad defending from Sundowns. From Modiba being outsmarted & outmuscled by Saleng, to failed offside traps and not playing to the whistle,. You need only look at their Tuesday night performance to see that this is not a squad that became poor overnight. They are a possession team, and they were against Pirates.   67% - Possession for Sundowns in this game, their highest in a match against Pirates since we have this data available (2015/16) 80 - entries into the Pirates half, their second most in a game against Pirates since 2015/16 80 - entries into the Pirates final third, their second most in a game against Pirates since 2015/16 Yet, given tons of possession by Pirates, they were unimaginative for large parts of the game, with a few half-chances providing the most threat. It's not just about possession, but what you do with it. The two matches with the highest entries into the Pirates ha;f & box ended in defeat (3-1 in January 2018, and this 3-0)* Semi-final 2 - AmaZulu 0 Chiefs 0 Like Sundowns the day before, Chiefs dominated the possession and passing stats, although to a lesser extent. They made their way upfield, but never really tested Veli Mothwa.  Despite the upfield forays, Chiefs failure in attack is made worse by the fact that this was a day when they really needed to score goals. 24 - box entries for Chiefs in this game, their second most in a game this season 0 - shots on target for Chiefs in this game 3 - Number of time Chiefs have ended a match without a shot on target in the last eight years *Some data providers classified this effort from Blom as a shot, when it seems like a shot Credit to AmaZulu Some credit mjst be given to AmaZulu too, who defended well as a unit. This was only the second time this season that they limited a team to less than 1xG (0.83 xGA v Chiefs and 0.76 xGA v TS Galaxy on Matchday 1). The final looks increasimngly like it will be a clash of the defences.

It was the first week back after the September international break and we have had some captivating results in week 9 of the DSTV Premiership. Orlando Pirates lost rather surprisingly to Sekhukhune United, Marumo Gallants got their first win and Richards Bay continued their fine form with a 1-0 win over AmaZulu FC. This week Laduma Analytics dive into the passing data and take a look at what they can uncover inside the data.   It has been a busy few weeks since the season began and we are nearly one third of the way into the season. During this period, we can look back over the course of the season and try in one aspect to understand how important certain combinations of play or even relationships between players were for a club. For instance, which passing combinations were the most valuable in the 2022/2023 DSTV Premiership season. Passing Passing is the most common data point that we can expect to observe in a football match. To little surprise, Mamelodi Sundowns have the most average number of passes per game (551), followed by Royal AM (515), TS Galaxy (495), Marumo Gallants (487), Stellenbosch (476) and Orlando Pirates (475).  Cape Town City - A team we would normally associate with high passing numbers, only have the 7th most attempted passes per game (464) at this moment in time. The one major problem with passing data is that it is subject to a lot of noise. For instance, backward passes in general (except cut-backs inside the opposition box) are les valuable than a pass that cuts through the middle of the defence like a through ball. How can we cut through some of that noise and find what is truly important? What if we wanted to measure the most valuable combinations between two players? Expected Threat (xT) xT is one of the methods used to measure the offensive contributions that take place on the field of play. Every football fan, coach and analyst will know that certain parts of the field are far more valuable than others. For example, having possession of the ball in your own half is far less valuable. Further up the field however, let's say on the edge of the opposition penalty box - it is extremely valuable.  xT covers how the ball is moving between the phases and areas of the field. Every player in a possession sequence is attributed a certain numerical value to moving the ball forward into the different spaces. This is how in the data we may be able to find under-valued players but also verify how good we know some players truly are.  Location As the footbal pitch visual below shows, the most valuable areas are inside the opposition box - hardly a surprise to any football fan.    Most Valuable Combinations The list below shows the passing combinations which our model considers to be the most valuable combinations between any group of players in the league. The pass count shows the number of accurate passes that occurred between the players.  Since we are only looking at the relationships between some players that move the ball up the field, in this instance (at this time) we do not consider a player's individual relationship with a group of players.  The Top 3 most common relationships based on the number of accurate passes that also happen to have the highest expected threat are players from Stellenbosch FC, Mamelodi Sundowns and Cape Town City.  Stellenbosch FC Fawaaz Basadien has already been a very impactful player for Stellenbosch FC providing assists and very fruitful combinations with Junior Mendieta as the table above shows. If we examine their combinations on the image below, we can begin to understand how these two players have combined throughout the season so far. Most of all their combinations have occurred down the left-hand side and quite a few balls have been passes down the flank into spaces behind or for Mendieta to run onto.   Mamelodi Sundowns Next up we take a look at a Mamelodi Sundowns duo - Teboho Mokoena and Themba Zwane Mokoena has already shown dominant displays in the middle of the park with his passing accuracy and range being a key to why he has played a major chunk of minutes for the champions this season.   This map visually explains why the Mokoena and Zwane relationship ranks high on our list above. All but three of the accurate passes are directed forwards with passes into the channels which are dangerous areas within the opposition half. Cape Town City FC Last but not least we have to include the relationship between Thamsanqa Mkhize and Khanyisa Mayo.Similar to Basadien and Mendieta, the two Citizen players are combined well and Mhkize has provided balls into areas which have allowed Mayo to cut in from the right on his favourite left-foot. With 3 goals and 2 assists from Mayo so far, how often will clubs allow for attacking relationships that involve him to develop before they put a stop to it?

Host Carl Lewis and coach and analyst Grant de Smidt preview the MTN8 quarterfinals this weekend which is the big event this weekend in South African football. They have a betting preview for: Royal AM v Orlando Pirates Cape Town City v AmaZulu Stellenbosch v Kaizer Chiefs Mamelodi Sundowns v Supersport United

Host Carl Lewis chats to the team at Laduma Analytics and they discuss the stand-out players in South African top-flight football, using data, we name their best players in the PSL/DSTV Premiership. Goalkeepers Jamal Jamal Magoola GK at newly promoted Richards Bay 4 games, 3 clean sheets 1 goal conceded against 5.2 xGA Melusi Nkazimulo Buthelezi GK at TS Galaxy Great start for the team - 8 points against 2 points same stage last season (4 games) Yet to concede a goal  - 5 xGA so when will that happen? Defenders Riaan Hanamub moved from Chippa Utd to AmaZulu in the off-season Filled in at left-back 4 games, played 4 games 2 assists Fawaaz Basadien Brilliant scouting from Stellenbosch Moved from Swallows 4 games, played 4 2 assists off 1.03 xA Wonder when teams will figure out the relationship he has forged with Mendieta Pirates and CT City goals Ricardo Nascimento Cemented spot in heart of Royal AM defence at 35 years of age 4 games, played 4 games 1 goal, 1 assist Keegan Allan Nedbank Cup's Most Promising Young Player of the Tournament award 2 goals from defence 1 match played Could be crucial for Swallows in defence Midfielders Siphelele Luthuli Playing well despite Chippa struggling in the table Set piece deliveries creating chances 7 chances created Sanele Barns Richards Bay Right side of midfield 5 chances created 1 assist Andre Ernest De Jong Playing time at AmaZulu? 3 goals in 4 games 6 chances created Junior Mendieta Another great season in a Stellenbosch shirt 1 goal & 2 assists Forwards Khanyisa Mayo 4 games, played 4 games - 2 sub out City have struggled but Mayo has shown Pace 2 goals 10 shots 6 shots on target 3 chances created 1 assist (2 xA) Khama Billiat 32 years of age - good return  0 goals + 2 assists (2 xA) 4 shots + 3 on target 5 chances created Gabadinho Mhango Scored as many goals as Pirates so far (3) 13 shots - 6 on target 5 chances created

Host Carl Lewis and the LAduma Analytics teams take a much closer look at two games from the past weekend. Having seen Sundowns blow Chiefs away, Orlando Pirates could not take advantage against Chippa, missing out on the chance to go level on points with three other table toppers. As usual, we dig beyond the score lines to look at some of the numbers that may not have seen the public eye. We cover: Kaizer Chiefs v Mamelodi Sundowns Orlando Pirates v Chippa Utd Cape Town City

Host Carl Lewis and coach and analyst Grant de Smidt as they preview the two midweek matches in the DSTV Premiership (Premier Soccer League). On Tuesday, Cape Town City have an opportunity to belatedly kickstart their DStv Premiership season against fellow slow starters Maritzburg United at Athlone Stadium on Tuesday evening. City, who were runners-up last season, are stuck in the starting blocks with Eric Tinkler's team suffering three consecutive defeats to Mamelodi Sundowns, Swallows FC and AmaZulu. On Wednesday, Orlando Pirates face Royal AM in a big midweek clash. as Orlando Pirates take on Royal AM on Wednesday. Both teams can pack a punch on their day and have a point to prove in this fixture. Royal AM are currently in fifth place in the South African Premier Division and have made a fairly impressive start to their league campaign. The home side suffered a 3-1 defeat at the hands of Stellenbosch last week and will need to bounce back in this match. Orlando Pirates, on the other hand, are in eighth place in the league table at the moment and are yet to hit their stride this season. The Buccaneers slumped to a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Chippa United in their previous game and will need to step up to the plate this week.

Host Carl Lewis chats with coach and analyst Grant de Smidt head of the opening weekend of the DSTV Premiership. We cover all the big games for your betting this weekend including Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs, Mamelodi Sundowns, and more.    

The moment we have all been waiting for is finally upon us; The start of the new DStv Premiership season! The teams have been busy reforming and reshaping. Many new signings have been made, and a plethora of players have been released - all in the name of strengthening a squad. Only time will tell how the 2022/23 DStv Premiership will turn out, but many are hopeful of their sides with some fans suggesting we could have a new champion! On a darker side of things, the match between Royal AM and Kaizer chiefs has caught the attention of many, as the accessibility of tickets seems to be reaching a level of unfairness. It seems that tickets for this match are only being sold in KZN with no regard for other provinces. This may be a tactic to get stronger home support, but all is fair in love and war and a little competition has never hurt before! On the latest episode of the Fan Reaction Show, PSL fans and football lovers react to the new DStv Premiership season and express concern over the accessibility of tickets for the Kaizer Chiefs/Royal AM match.

The moment we have all been waiting for is finally upon us; The start of the new DStv Premiership season! The teams have been busy reforming and reshaping. Many new signings have been made, and a plethora of players have been released - all in the name of strengthening a squad. Only time will tell how the 2022/23 DStv Premiership will turn out, but many are hopeful of their sides with some fans suggesting we could have a new champion! On a darker side of things, the match between Royal AM and Kaizer chiefs has caught the attention of many, as the accessibility of tickets seems to be reaching a level of unfairness. It seems that tickets for this match are only being sold in KZN with no regard for other provinces. This may be a tactic to get stronger home support, but all is fair in love and war and a little competition has never hurt before! On the latest episode of the Fan Reaction Show, PSL fans and football lovers react to the new DStv Premiership season and express concern over the accessibility of tickets for the Kaizer Chiefs/Royal AM match. SL Radio on SoccerLaduma.co.za

We are back with the Laduma Analytics team with another episode focusing on the PSL and the DSTV Premiership. we focus on: 1. Pirates losing another Cup final - Pirates 1.49xG v RSB 0.28xG 2. PSL Weekend - Sundowns broken records 3. Baroka relegation - They've never finished a season with a positive goal difference 4. CAF places & permutations - Pirates record against the Top 8 sides: P13 W2 D7 L4; Royal AM record against the Top 8 sides: P13 W3 D7 L3; Supersport record against the Top 8 sides: P15 W5 D4 L6 [51% of their points come from Top half matches).

"The Royal AM case challenging the arbitration outcome of Advocate Hilton Epstein SC that awarded three points to Sekhukhune FC and helped them to gain promotions, is finally being heard at the Court of Arbitration for Sport next week in Switzerland.”

    "He's had a great start to the season, a second leading goal scorer in the league with eight goals, prominent in the Bafana Bafana squad selection under Hugo Broos and chased by big teams Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates. Royal AM striker Victor Letsoalo talks to us about the good form he's in and what the future holds.”

Mamelodi Sundowns claimed their tenth win of the DSTV Premiership season today when they beat a spirited Royal AM side 3-2.

The man from Malawi who is behind the magic of Royal AM, John Maduka is your guest on SportsLive with BBK. Hear him on red hot striker Victor Letsoalo, boss lady MamMkhize, Max Tshabalala and the so far stunning season of the new kids on the PSL block.

The man from Malawi who is behind the magic of Royal AM, John Maduka is your guest on SportsLive with BBK. Hear him on red hot striker Victor Letsoalo, boss lady MamMkhize, Max Tshabalala and the so far stunning season of the new kids on the PSL block.

We talk to our local football analysts Ts'epo Mathetha and Kenny Mohoanyane to hear their opinion about Percy Tau's move from Brighton to Al Ahly as we all their views on the future of Lesotho players Motebang Sera and Tumelo Khutlang at the DSTV Premiership clubs, Royal AM and Swallows respectively. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Marumo Gallants were denied a victory in extra time as Royal AM came from behind to salvage a point in their DSTV Premiership clash in Polokwane earlier.

"It was a drama filled weekend of football action in the DSTV Premiership, from the controversial penalty of Kaizer Chiefs against AmaZulu to the huge sums of cash notes in an envelope of Royal AM. How can we forget the continued dominance of Mamelodi Sundowns, another Bafana Bafana legend Tso Vilakazi helps us to look back at the weekend that was.”  

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DSTV PREMIERSHIP On today's episode we discuss all things Dstv Premiership action as I have a look at all the fixtures for the weekend. Swallows vs Cape Town City. Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns.AmaZulu vs Baroka . Sekhukhune united vs Golden Arrows. Stellenbosch vs Chippa United. Supersport United vs Maritzburg United. Royal AM vs TS Galaxy. Marumo Gallants vs Kaizer Chiefs.

As we see the continuation of the 2021/2022 DStv Premiership season, Mamelodi Sundowns have reclaimed the top spot, with Orlando Pirates sitting in 4th and Kaizer Chiefs find themselves in the bottom half of the table, sitting in 12th position after claiming 4 points from a possible 12. After an embarrassing defeat to newly-promoted side Royal AM, questions are being asked about the style of play that Chiefs are entering matches with. One fan even says ‘ this is the same playing style that chiefs played when Baxter first coached them years ago.' With Chiefs stuck in the same problematic situation as last season, it is evident that changes are needing to be made, but the ever-lasting question remains… What needs to change? On the latest episode of the Fan Reaction Show, Amakhosi Fans voice their opinions on the current state of the Chiefs camp, anger and frustration seem to come to mind. Changes have to be made soon if Chiefs wish to see silverware this season.

As we see the continuation of the 2021/2022 DStv Premiership season, Mamelodi Sundowns have reclaimed the top spot, with Orlando Pirates sitting in 4th and Kaizer Chiefs find themselves in the bottom half of the table, sitting in 12th position after claiming 4 points from a possible 12. After an embarrassing defeat to newly-promoted side Royal AM, questions are being asked about the style of play that Chiefs are entering matches with. One fan even says ‘ this is the same playing style that chiefs played when Baxter first coached them years ago.' With Chiefs stuck in the same problematic situation as last season, it is evident that changes are needing to be made, but the ever-lasting question remains… What needs to change? On the latest episode of the Fan Reaction Show, Amakhosi Fans voice their opinions on the current state of the Chiefs camp, anger and frustration seem to come to mind. Changes have to be made soon if Chiefs wish to see silverware this season. SL Radio on SoccerLaduma.co.za

KAIZER CHIEFS 1 - 4 ROYAL AM DSTV PREMIERSHIP On today's episode I do a post match analysis of Kaizer Chiefs vs Royal AM where Kaizer were beaten 4-1 by Royal AM as they pick up 3 points in the DSTV Premiership. Stuart Baxter's Kaizer Chiefs were disappointing on the day as John Maduka instituted a masterclass

KAIZER CHIEFS VS ROYAL AM ORLANDO PIRATES VS CHIPPA UNITED DSTV PREMIERSHIP On today's episode I discuss all things Dstv Premiership football as I have a tactical analysis of Kaizer Chiefs vs Royal AM as Stuart Baxter's men will do battle against John Maduka's men at FNB stadium. Kaizer Chiefs lost 2 - 0 against Mamelodi Sundowns in the previous encounter,can Kaizer Chiefs bounce back & beat Royal AM to claim 3 points? Orlando Pirates vs Chippa United. Orlando Pirates won their previous encounter in the Soweto derby can they continue their form against Chippa United? Or will Gavin Hunt's men cause an upset? It's Dstv Premiership action at its best as Kaizer Chiefs do battle against Royal AM and Orlando Pirates do battle against Chippa United.

"Football journalists, Nkululeko Dladla from Soccer Laduma, Marc Strydom of Timeslive and SABC Sport football commentator Brian Mofokeng made their predictions for the DSTV Premiership season and also the GladAfrica Championship season. They also discussed topical matters in the game like the conclusion of the PSL DC and Royal AM case."  "Former Chippa United head coach Dan "Dance" Malesela addressed some critical technical matters around the game, especially the challenges on lack of local top talent in the goalkeeping space. He looked at the start of the new season from a coaching element and what the PSL clubs are lacking."   

On today's episode I discuss PSL,Dstv Premiership,Glad Africa Championship,Royal AM,Bloemfontein Celtic & TTM as there's been yet another purchase of statutes within the Premier Soccer League.

Time Stams: (00:16) Marvin is avoiding his ho3s (01:57) The gents get into the marriage conversation and the difficulties the guys experience. (14:10) Tony announces that YouTube doesnt allow swearing on the 1st 30sec of the video. (14:43)Tony wonders why phones dont have fvck as part of their predictive texts (17:00) LucasRaps releases Slide and signs to DefJam Africa. (24:00) Royal AM buys a PSL status. Is this fair for competition? (32:26) Is it fair for other clubs that Man City have so much money to buy anyone they want. (34:20) No Vax, no sex -Lebo Mashile (40:00) Youth pregnancy is out of hand... we're in trouble (49:00) Shabzi Medallion feat Blaklez- Wena (53:45) Master KG giving away money to get LIKES (57:55) OnlyFans bans explicit content (01:03:30) AKA and Costa Titch - So Soft (01:08:13) Bravo Le Roux- Kudala Ndisiza

Guest: Journalist Yanga Sibembe discusses the fact that The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has confirmed that the club previously known as Bloemfontein Celtic will outfit will be relocated to KwaZulu-Natal participate in the DStv Premiership as Royal AM in the upcoming 2021/2022 league season, with its home venue being the Chatsworth stadium.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Football journalist Timmy T joins us to speak MTN8 results, we also probe about reports of Royal AM being in the process of buying Premier Soccer League status of Bloemfontein Celtic.

PSL Prosecutor Nande Becker gives us an update on the charges against Royal AM who boycotted the PSL playoffs. AM appeared before the PSL DC on Saturday

00:00 Intro 02:20 Busta 929 08:50 Congratulations to Babes Wodumo & Mampintsha 09:50 Big Xhosa & Ifani 18:00 Mec of Education & Toilets 19:10 Ronaldo 21:00 know your cash game 25:00 Ghost Lady and tarot reading 40:00 Brown Envelopes 52:00 Royal Am 55:00 Team infinity Winners 59:00 Christian Ericson 59:00 Aka new song 01:02:00 Closing

The South African Football Players Union Thulaganyo Gaushubelwe gave his views on the ongoing case between Royal AM and Sekhukhune United and this might affect players who will be out of contract at the end of June. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SAFA CEO Tebogo Motlanthe spoke to us about the confusion over who has won automatic promotion to the DStv Premiership between Royal AM and Sekhukhune United. He also spoke about the abuse Al Ahly coach suffered at the hands of Mamelodi Sundowns fans. We also heard from Joseph Teko who is chairperson of the Sundowns' Gauteng South Province Supporters Branch.

There is still no decision on the winners of the GladAfrica Championship as Royal AM draw but Sekhukhune United win on the final day.

(02:14) the gents start of the pod by discussing their preference in condoms and how costly it gets from not buying condoms. (11:40) The guys discuss Nasty interview where he was asked how he felt about bringing his city with him. (16:33) Bonang is suing Rea since they claimed on their podcast that she introduced AKA to drugs and he in turn introduced his late fiancé. (30:30) were the SAFTA's right to disqualify Katlego Maboe as a nominee after his alleged affair torpedoed his career. (38:20) The fired former Bafana coach comes back as an assistant coach.(39:45) Royal AM, owned by Andile Mpisane is due to be promoted...the guys chat bout.(41:20) the media is dragging Bonang and Sho Majozi into the AKA fiance issue, is it fare? (48:50) Zozi hands over the Miss Universe crown, the gents acknowledge he contribution to changing stereotypes. of African woman. And More

Royal AM are on the cusp of Automatic promotion into the DSTV Premiership. That's after a 2-1 win over the University of Pretoria.