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Stormers notch up crucial win despite error-strewn display

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The Stormers scored five tries, earning a much-needed victory in a messy URC encounter with the Lions in Cape Town on Saturday.

17

Carling All Stars punish Magesi FC as Clinton Larsen steps down

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The Jose Riveiro-coached All Stars made up of stars from different clubs scored all their goals within the opening 30 minutes

16

Duran, Rogers score as Villa hand shell-shocked City another loss

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Aston Villa inflicted more misery on Manchester City on Saturday, defeating them 2-1 in the Premier League with goals from Jhon Duran and former City forward Morgan Rogers.

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Sundowns suspends coach Jerry Tshabalala amid allegations of improper conduct made by various women players

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Tshabalala placed on special leave while law firm Bowmans investigates “very serious” claims

Bavuma puts Pink Day priorities ahead of Tests for final ODI

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Proteas go in search of a morale boosting win in what their captain sees as a special occasion to look forward to

13

Young fast-bowler Kwena Maphaka receives ODI cap from Kagiso Rabada

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Experienced teammate advises the 18-year-old fast bowler to focus on his performance, not the outcome

11

From gymnast to world’s first wheelchair-bound Olympic photographer: Johann Meintjes

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Cameraman reflects on his “biggest highlight” — covering the Games in Paris early this year

09

Top order woes and injuries hamper Proteas Champions Trophy prep

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The disappointment of a performance that lacked consistency and of a series now lost will serve as motivation for the Proteas when they tackle Pakistan in what is a ‘dead rubber’ at the Wanderers on Sunday.

08

Best is yet to come, says Arteta as he marks five years at Arsenal

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Five years to the day since Mikel Arteta was appointed Arsenal manager, the Spaniard said on Friday that the best is yet to come as he aims for more silverware to complement his rebuilding efforts at the North London club.

Friday, Dec 20

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Nominees for SA Rugby awards revealed

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Springbok flanker Pieter-Steph du Toit is one of five nominees for SA Rugby’s men’s Player of the Year for the past season along with Damian de Allende, Eben Etzebeth, Cheslin Kolbe and Ox Nche.

14

Bounce back weekend in the URC

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It will feel like a homecoming for South Africa's combatants in their derby matches in the United Rugby Championship on Saturday after their travails in the Champions Cup last weekend.

12

French star Clément Lenglet to keep emotions in check when Atlético take on Barcelona

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French central defender Clément Lenglet will keep emotions in check when Atlético Madrid visit FC Barcelona in their hugely anticipated top-of-the table La Liga clash at the Estadi Olímpic on Saturday.

11

Chiefs striker Du Preez opens up on relationship with cousin Van Rooyen of Pirates

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For Ashley du Preez and Deano van Rooyen, things turned out exactly as they wanted.

09

Amorim praises United's fightback in Spurs League Cup loss

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Manager Ruben Amorim took heart from Manchester United's fightback in Thursday's 4-3 loss at Tottenham Hotspur in the League Cup quarterfinals.

08

India vs Pakistan matches at ICC events to be held at neutral venues

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Matches between politically-estranged rivals India and Pakistan at ICC events that either nation is due to host will be played at neutral venues.

Thursday, Dec 19

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Pakistan outplay South Africa to earn 81-run ODI win at Newlands

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Shaheen Shah Afridi produced a spell of high-quality seam bowling as Pakistan claimed their ODI series against South Africa with a game to spare following a comprehensive 81-run victory at Newlands on Thursday.

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‘It’s more about the players’: Riveiro wants all-star team to give a show against Magesi in Black Label Cup

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Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro is pleased goalkeeper Sipho Chaine has been chosen to captain the All-Star team to play against Magesi FC in the Carling Black Label Cup on Saturday.

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Sundowns coach Cardoso welcomes this week’s break for players to ‘breathe’ a bit

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The past week or so has been a whirlwind for Miguel Cardoso in charge of Mamelodi Sundowns with two matches against Raja Casablanca and Stellenbosch in five days.

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Sports minister McKenzie confident SA will raise estimated R2bn needed to stage F1

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Sport, arts and culture minister Gayton McKenzie is confident government will be able to raise the estimated R2bn required to stage Formula One in the country in 2026 or 2027.

Carlo Ancelotti delighted to become Real Madrid's most successful manager

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Real Madrid's Intercontinental Cup triumph marked a remarkable milestone for Carlo Ancelotti on Wednesday as the Italian became the manager with the most titles in the club's history with a total of 15 trophies.

08

Maharaj misses remaining ODIs with Pakistan

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Keshav Maharaj has been ruled out of the remainder of South Africa’s ODI series with Pakistan, with a left adductor strain.

Arsenal's hat-trick hero Jesus set for another battle with Palace on Saturday

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Gabriel Jesus expects "another war" with Crystal Palace at the weekend, after the Arsenal forward led the charge with a second-half hat-trick in a 3-2 comeback win to reach the League Cup semifinals on Wednesday.

Wednesday, Dec 18

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Sundowns go three points clear of Pirates after a hard-fought win over Stellies

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Mamelodi Sundowns looked impressive as they entrenched themselves on top of the Betway Premiership with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Stellenbosch FC at the Cape Town Stadium on Wednesday night.

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Sports minister to launch forensic probe into Safa's financial affairs

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Minister of sport, arts and culture Gayton McKenzie says he will institute a forensic investigation into the financial affairs of the South African Football Association (Safa).

Conrad hopes for no more injuries as Maharaj awaits update on groin

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Much like he wants his team to approach Test cricket, Shukri Conrad has to wait and show patience.

15

Calls for Proteas Women to play more Test cricket

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The conversation about the need for Cricket SA to organise more Test cricket for the Proteas Women if they are to improve was brought to light again after their 286-run defeat against England at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein this week.

13

Nohamba's form loss partly explained

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The passing of seasons can also bring a shift in fortunes. It is a harsh reality Lions halfback Sanele Nohamba has had to face this season.

12

Bosch gets a first call up as injury worries continue to grow for Proteas

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Corbin Bosch earned a first call up to the Proteas Test squad for the series with Pakistan, while yet another injury has caused concern for Test coach Shukri Conrad.

10

India bid farewell to Ashwin as rain leaves Gabba Test a stalemate

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Rain cut short Australia's improbable push for victory in the third Test in Brisbane on Wednesday as India bid farewell to one of the game's great spin bowlers when Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement.

Sundowns midfielder Neo Maema says they are adapting to the style of coach Miguel Cardoso

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Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Neo Maema says players are adapting to the style of coach Miguel Cardoso who started his tenure at the club with a 1-0 hard-fought win over Raja Casablanca in the Champions League last weekend.