The Chilean midfielder has been linked with a possible move away from Sundowns, but Allende insists he has not spoken to anyone and is concentrating on his football.

Allende joined the Brazilians in 2022 from MVD City Torque and has gone on to make 177 appearances, while scoring 16 goals and registering 16 assists in the process.

The Sundowns midfielder will entered into his final year of his contract, which runs until June 2027, but he has reaffirmed his commitment to the club amid speculation over his future.

“I’m focused on my last year here at the club. I haven’t spoken to anyone.

As I have said, I’m really focused, from everywhere. I need to play; I will always give my 100%.

If not, I also support my teammates because I think it is the most important thing at Sundowns so that we bring good things to the club.”

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Amakhosi revealed that the likes of Samkelo Zwane, Bontle Molefe, Ofentse Kgosana, Vicky Mkhawana and Sfiso Timba will all spend time on loan to gain valuable experience.

Zwane and Molefe will be loaned out to Cape Town-based outfit Hope FC in the Motsepe Foundation League.

Meanwhile, Kgosana and Mkhawana will join Real Natives in Mpumalanga while Timba is set to join Gomora FC in Gauteng.

“Kaizer Chiefs can confirm that two senior players and three from the Youth Development Academy have secured loan moves to gain valuable experience at various clubs,” Chiefs said in a statement.

“Midfielder, Samkelo Zwane and goalkeeper, Bontle Molefe – both members of the senior squad – will spend this season at Cape Town-based Hope FC, where they will compete in the Motsepe Foundation League under the auspices of the PSL.

“In addition, three promising talents from the Academy have also been sent out on loan. Ofentse Kgosana and Vicky Mkhawana join Real Natives (formerly Casric Stars) in KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, for the season, while Sfiso Timba will remain in Gauteng to spend the campaign at Gomora FC.

“These moves reflect Kaizer Chiefs’ commitment to nurturing young talent and ensuring Academy graduates gain the necessary exposure to thrive at the highest level.

“All five players are proud products of the Kaizer Chiefs Development Academy, which continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of the Club and South African football.

“We wish Samkelo, Bontle, Ofentse, Vicky and Sfiso every success in their loan spells and look forward to welcoming them back to Naturena with enhanced experience and maturity.”

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Maseko joined the Danish club after parting ways with Sundowns, where made 45 appearances and scored three goals and grabbed one assists in three years at the club.

The 22-year-old arrives at Copenhagen on a permanent transfer after putting pen to paper on a four-year contract.

Maseko will wear the No. 12 shirt at FC Copenhagen, with the number expected to remain unchanged once the transfer window closes.

“F.C. Copenhagen are delighted to announce the signing of South Africa international Thapelo Maseko,” Copenhagen said in a statement.

“The 22-year-old moves to Copenhagen from Mamelodi Sundowns on a four-year contract, arriving in the Danish capital on the back of impressive performances in South African football.

“He has established himself as a key player for Mamelodi Sundowns while also making his mark on the South Africa national team, where he recently scored the winning goal against South Korea during this summer’s World Cup.

“Maseko is a left-footed winger who possesses a direct playing style and exceptional speed.”

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After an exciting quarter-final stage, the competition has reached the last four, with the remaining teams now set to battle for a place in the final and a shot at lifting the MTN8 trophy.

Orlando Pirates will take on Sekhukhune United in the first semi-final set to be played at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday, 22 August.

Mamelodi Sundowns will welcome Golden Arrows to the Lucas Moripe Stadium when they meet in the second semi-final on Sunday, 23 August.

The Buccaneers will then welcome the same opponents to the Orlando Amstel Arena for the second leg set to take place on 29 August.

The Brazilians, meanwhile, will travel to the King Zwelithini Stadium for their second leg fixture set to be played on 30 August.

The two winners over the semi-final ties will advance to the MTN8 final, where they will compete for early-season silverware and the chance to be crowned champions of the prestigious knockout competition.

The PSL confirmed the MTN8 semi-final fixtures, venues and kick-off times are as follows:

MTN8 Semi-Finals First-Leg

Sekhukhune United v Orlando Pirates
Venue: Old Peter Mokaba Stadium
Date: Saturday, 22 August
Kick-off: 15:00

Mamelodi Sundowns v Golden Arrows
Venue: Lucas Moripe Stadium
Date: Sunday, 23 August
Kick-off: 15:00

MTN8 Semi-Finals Second-Leg

Orlando Pirates v Sekhukhune United
Venue: Orlando Amstel Arena
Date: Saturday, 29 August
Kick-off: 15:00

Golden Arrows v Mamelodi Sundowns
Venue: King Zwelithini Stadium
Date: Sunday, 30 August
Kick-off: 15:00

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A better way of writing Sibiya has emerged as one of the promising talents in the Sundowns setup and is now set for a major step in his career by moving to Europe.

His expected switch to Lille will provide the youngster with an opportunity to test himself in one of the continent’s top leagues and continue his development at a club with a strong reputation for nurturing young talent.

Cardoso has backed Sibiya to make the most of the opportunity, insisting that the midfielder has the qualities and mentality required to handle the demands that come with playing at the highest level.

The Sundowns mentor will be hoping Sibiya can continue to develop and gain valuable experience before taking the next step in his career.

For Sibiya, the move represents an exciting new chapter and a chance to prove himself on the European stage.

With the support of Cardoso and the Sundowns environment behind him, the youngster will be determined to leave a lasting impression before beginning his journey in France.

“Regarding Thato, it’s a fantastic opportunity,” Cardoso told the media.

“As you know, I coached in France, so I know very well the club he goes to, I know very well the facilities that they have, I know very well the stability in terms of the process of developing young players.

“It’s also at the same time a very, very competitive environment that he’ll face. Obviously, I think he’s ready for the challenge.

“What will speak for him is not the level of readiness he takes, it’s the level of readiness he’s gonna still develop there.

“French football is very special, it’s a very flat football. He will have to cope with a lot of fast players, it’s a game of transition, a lot of exploitation of spaces. In some moments it can be compared to our game, but Lille is a good school of football, a team that likes to play good football.

“As much as we believe he could be an important player for the future of Sundowns, we also know he will be an important player for the future of South Africa – that’s an opportunity it’s difficult to say no.

“And the club has to protect their own rights on the situation, so we’re excited about that, we want to show him succeed. And we want to show him the character he needs, so it shows what kind of players we develop in the club.”

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Musiala had just combined with Saibari to score Bayern’s third goal when the Germany international suddenly appeared disoriented and began stumbling on the pitch.

Saibari reacted quickly, rushing over to support his teammate and helping prevent him from taking a heavy fall.

Medical staff immediately came onto the pitch to attend to Musiala, who was later helped from the field.

The Allianz Arena crowd was visibly relieved when medics gave a thumbs-up, while Bayern sporting director Max Eberl subsequently reassured supporters that Musiala was okay.

The incident overshadowed what had otherwise been an impressive first appearance for Saibari.

The Moroccan midfielder, who recently joined Bayern from PSV Eindhoven, provided the assist for Musiala’s goal and played a role in a 3-1 victory that saw the Bundesliga champions finish their outing on a positive note.

With Saibari making an immediate impact on the pitch and then showing composure in a worrying moment involving his new teammate, his Bayern debut proved memorable for more than just his footballing contribution.

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He got off the mark for Amakhosi after scoring the opening goal in their 1-1 draw against Sundowns on Saturday.

The 21-year-old has now scored one goal in his first two Betway Premiership appearances as he looks to continue his form in front of goal.

Phili has revealed his gratitude to everyone at the club for creating an environment that has allowed him to perform at his best.

“For me to represent Kaizer Chiefs is an honour and a privilege, and being able to help the team is a testament to the people within the Club and the organisation who have welcomed me with open arms,” Phili told his club’s official website.

“They have provided me with the environment to give something back through doing my best and putting in good performances.”

“Obviously, being at such a great football institution as Kaizer Chiefs you want to play in the big games, so being able to play and score against Mamelodi Sundowns, the African champions, was huge for me, as could be seen from my celebration.”

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Baartman has been ever-present in the Amakhosi squad and he featured and all three of their Betway Premiership matches so far this season.

The 20-year-old also opening his goalscoring account in their 2-0 victory over Sekhukhune United.

He also expressed his gratitude to head coach Fernando da Cruz, his teammates and the Amakhosi supporters.

“It has been a good start to the season. It’s always great to win early on to bolster the momentum of the tea,” Baartman told his club’s official website.

“I just want to thank the coach and his technical team for giving me the opportunity to start the game and believing in me.

“Scoring the goal was a very proud moment for me. I am grateful to my teammates for helping me to get my first goal and I wish to score many more.

“Our supporters are amazing, always turning out in big numbers and being there for us. It is comforting to know they have our backs and we try to reciprocate by giving our best every time we step onto the field.”

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The 25-year-old completed his move to the reigning Moroccan Botola Pro champions after they triggered his buy-out clause.

Titus came through the ranks at Stellies before getting promoted to the senior team during the 2020-21 season.

He spent roughly six years in the club’s senior ranks, where he scored 36 goals and registered 20 assists in 176 appearances across all competitions.

“Reigning Moroccan Botola Pro champions Maghreb Association Sportive de Fès have completed the signing of Devin Titus on a permanent transfer after triggering the buy-out clause in his contract.

“The 25-year-old forward departs as Stellenbosch FC’s most-capped outfield player of all time after featuring in 176 matches, and as the Club’s second-highest goalscorer with 36 career goals to his name across all competitions.

“A graduate of Stellies’ renowned development programme, Titus captained the reserve team to the DStv Diski Challenge and Premier League Next Gen titles in 2022, before becoming a mainstay in the first team over the last five years.

“Across the previous four seasons, he missed only one domestic league match, and helped Stellenbosch win the 2023 Carling Knockout as Player of the Tournament, reach back-to-back MTN8 finals in 2024 and 2025, and qualify for the CAF Confederation Cup in consecutive campaigns.

“He also became a full Bafana Bafana international during his time in the Cape Winelands and represented South Africa at the 2024 COSAFA Cup, winning three caps in total.

“During his spell with the Club, Titus embodied the ethos of Stellenbosch FC in both his performances and professionalism, setting a benchmark for those around him and serving as a beacon for the next generation of players.

“His absence on the pitch and in the dressing room will be sorely felt, but he departs with the utmost gratitude and best wishes from everyone at Stellenbosch FC as he embarks on his journey abroad.”

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The Buccaneers returned to winning ways following their 3-0 victory over Chippa United through goals from Ghampani Lungu, Lebone Seema and Daniel Msendami.

The win sees Pirates move up to the top of the Betway Premiership standings, with seven points after three matches.

Ouaddou has now challenged his squad to show greater consistency going forward.

“Like I told you, I think my boys gave me a great response today. You know when a father or big brother is shouting in the dressing room who knows better than me the psychology of my players,” Ouaddou told SuperSport TV after the game.

“So, people talk too much to say the coach he cannot talk like that in the media, I’m expecting an answer and sometimes you need to be a little bit hard with your boys to have this kind of performance.

“We had a difficult first half, we knew it would be difficult. But to be honest, we were not panicking because at the halftime we were just spoke calmly and we make some tactical adjustments especially our front-line in order to be between the lines and intervals and we were so calm.

“And they gave me a very good answer today, now the question mark are we going to be consistent in the future, it’s my hope.”

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