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MTN 8

Sundowns eye new threat
Article
/ 25 October 2019

Sundowns eye new threat

Are Kaizer Chiefs positioning themselves to challenge SA’s undisputed kings of football?

By Luke Feltham
Grobler and United’s lethal DNA
Article
/ 30 August 2019

Grobler and United’s lethal DNA

Matsatsantsa are hungry and looking imposing as they get ready to face Sundowns this weekend

By Luke Feltham
How to deal with a hangover: A guide by SuperSport and City
Article
/ 5 October 2018

How to deal with a hangover: A guide by SuperSport and City

Few footballing fates sound worse than what SuperSport United players had to endure in the MTN8 final

By Luke Feltham
Fired-up Benni’s countdown begins
Article
/ 14 September 2018

Fired-up Benni’s countdown begins

The battle with the Soweto giants looms and City is one game away from equalling last season’s best

By Luke Feltham
The defiance of Luc Eymael
Article
/ 14 September 2018

The defiance of Luc Eymael

One can understand why Eymael might not hold the press dear— for months he’s been a shining lure for its attention

By Luke Feltham
In defence of an attacking plan
Article
/ 31 August 2018

In defence of an attacking plan

Kaizer Chiefs haven’t had any issues scoring beautiful goals this past week

By Luke Feltham
Don’t press panic button, says Solinas
Article
/ 31 August 2018

Don’t press panic button, says Solinas

Chiefs’ fans are desperate for a win and the new coach is unlikely to be cut any slack

By Siyabonga Ngcangisa
PSL Update: Master and student go head to head
Article
/ 18 August 2017

PSL Update: Master and student go head to head

Cape Town City coach Benni McCarthy will square off with his former mentor, Gavin Hunt of Wits.

By Thomas Kwenaite
Smart money is on Clever Boys for title
Article
/ 21 April 2017

Smart money is on Clever Boys for title

A maiden PSL trophy is within Bidvest Wits’ reach, but they’re still taking it one game at a time.

By Daniel Gallan
MTN8 an appetiser for bigger duels to come
Article
/ 18 September 2015

MTN8 an appetiser for bigger duels to come

For Ajax Cape Town R8-million will be a huge boost, and an affirmation of their low-key transfer policy and promotion from their youth ranks.

By Mark Gleeson Author
Chiefs ready to rule the derby
Article
/ 18 September 2014

Chiefs ready to rule the derby

The Amakhosi have made a great start to the season but a resurgent Pirates are after the MTN8 booty.

By Mark Gleeson Author
Baxter’s conundrum ahead of MTN8 semifinal
Article
/ 23 August 2014

Baxter’s conundrum ahead of MTN8 semifinal

Kaizer Chiefs coach Stuart Baxter mulls whether or not to tinker with his winning line-up.

By PJ Van Rooyen
Orlando Pirates off to MTN 8 final
Article
/ 24 September 2013

Orlando Pirates off to MTN 8 final

Orlando Pirates’ win over Kaizer Chiefs gave the Bucaneers a 2-1 aggregate win, sending them to the MTN 8 cup finals at the Moses Mabhida Stadium.

By Sapa
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Article
/ 11 September 2011

Manyisa rocket secures bragging rights for Bucs

Midfielder Oupa Manyisa netted a scorching long-range shot to ensure back-to-back MTN8 trophies for Orlando Pirates on Saturday evening.

By Sisa Majola
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Article
/ 21 August 2011

Chiefs and Ajax in lacklustre draw

Kaizer Chiefs and Ajax Cape Town played to a 0-0 draw in the first leg of their MTN8 semifinal at the FNB Stadium on Saturday evening.

By Sisa Majola
MTN8 divided by one
Article
/ 5 August 2011

MTN8 divided by one

Some coaches are seeking a better solution to the MTN8 prizemoney sums, hoping for changes that will create more attractive competition.

By Thomas Kwenaite
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Article
/ 20 August 2010

Giants take centre stage at this year’s MTN 8 cup

Golden Arrows, the previous winners of the MTN 8, will not be around to defend the cup they earned with such ease last year.

By Percy Zvomuya
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Article
/ 10 August 2009

Bharti shares fall on worries over higher MTN bid

Shares in Bharti Airtel fell as much as 4,8% on Monday on worries the company will sweeten its offer to buy a stake in MTN.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 9 October 2008

MTN8 final breaks TV viewership records

Television audience figures for the MTN8 final on September 23 were the highest recorded to date on South African television.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 8 October 2008

Downs fined over press conference no-show

Mamelodi Sundowns were fined R100 000 — R60 000 suspend for 12 months — by the PSL on Tuesday night.

By Billy Cooper
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Article
/ 26 September 2008

Downs charged by PSL after press-conference no-show

Following Sundowns’ failure to attend the MTN8 final post-match press conference on Tuesday, the PSL has charged the club with misconduct.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 24 September 2008

Downs pay the penalty in MTN 8 final

What a battle! What drama as Kaizer Chiefs managed to win the inaugural MTN 8 cup final — beating Mamelodi Sundowns 4-3 on penalties.

By Billy Cooper
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Article
/ 23 September 2008

Sundowns sweat on Zuma

Kaizer Chiefs coach Muhsin Ertugral won the psychological battle of the MTN 8 cup final coaches at a press briefing in Durban on Monday.

By Billy Cooper
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Article
/ 22 September 2008

Ertugral keeps his powder dry

Muhsin Ertugral could have made the wisest move of the season when he opted to return to Johannesburg from a rain soaked Durban.

By Billy Cooper
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Article
/ 21 September 2008

MTN 8 fans offered refund after wash-out

The PSL will refund fans who bought tickets for Saturday’s MTN 8 cup final — scheduled to be played at the Absa Stadium — but was washed out.

By Billy Cooper
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Article
/ 19 September 2008

Cup kings on the down

Kaizer Chiefs might be known as the cup kings in local football, but the crown appears to be slipping.

By Lucky Sindane
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Article
/ 16 September 2008

Baron ready to run out for Kaizer Chiefs

Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Emille Baron is ready to do duty for his team in the sold-out MTN8 Cup final against Mamelodi Sundowns.

By Shahied Joseph
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Article
/ 15 September 2008

Pot of gold awaits Downs players

Mamelodi Sundowns players will share the biggest bonus in South African soccer history if they win the MTN 8 knockout competition on Saturday night.

By Billy Cooper
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Article
/ 24 August 2008

Swallows stutter against Chiefs

Moroka Swallows outplayed Kaizer Chiefs for the opening 53 minutes of their MTN 8 semifinal, but then lost the impetus.

By Sy Lerman
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Article
/ 24 August 2008

United, Sundowns clash ‘had everything’

Premier Soccer League champions SuperSport United coach Gavin Hunt believes his side will retain their Absa Premiership title this season.

By Billy Cooper
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Article
/ 21 August 2008

Is Ertugral dancing too soon?

Should the Kaizer Chiefs coach be dancing when another MTN 8 semifinal looms?

By Lucky Sindane
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Article
/ 18 August 2008

Sundowns, SuperSport ready for R8m clash

A titanic MTN 8 second-leg semifinal showdown looms at Atteridgeville’s Super Stadium on Saturday night.

By Billy Cooper
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