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Mauwane Raophala

Mauwane Raophala is a seasoned sports journalist and media professional hailing from Tzaneen, Limpopo. A specialist in South African football, he currently serves as a core member of the editorial team at FARPost, one of the country’s leading soccer news publications. ​Raophala holds a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies from the University of Limpopo. His career began in 2018 with a strong foundation in research and monitoring at Gender Links, followed by a tenure at Tenacity Magazine. Since joining FARPost in September 2020, Raophala has transitioned from a media monitor and researcher into a prominent football writer. ​Known for his diligence and insightful analysis, Raophala combines his background in case study writing and research to bring depth to football reporting, covering everything from match analysis to player movements in the PSL and NFD.

Mauwane Raophala

Thato Khiba in TS Galaxy colours
2 years ago

Stellenbosch FC’s pursuit of Thato Khiba hits a snag

Stellenbosch FC's pursuit of TS Galaxy midfielder Thato Khiba has hit a snag after the Cape Winelands-based outfit was keen to sign the former Kaizer Chiefs…
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Kaizer Chiefs Village in Naturena, where the Bafana Bafana star was spotted
2 years ago

Out-of-contract Bafana Bafana international spotted at Kaizer Chiefs village

An out-of-contract Bafana Bafana international was spotted at the Kaizer Chiefs village in Naturena on Friday afternoon. Chiefs had a disappointing 2023/24…
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AmaTuks goalkeeper Edward Maova
2 years ago

AmaTuks goalkeeper Edward Maova comments on SuperSport links

AmaTuks goalkeeper Edward Maova has commented on being linked with a move to DStv Premiership side SuperSport United ahead of the 2024/25 season. The…
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Bafana Bafana v Zimbabwe in a World Cup qualifier clash
2 years ago

Bafana beat Zimbabwe in World Cup qualifier tie: What are the talking points?

Bafana Bafana managed to beat Zimbabwe with a 3-1 scoreline in their 20226 FIFA World Cup clash at a packed Free State Stadium on Tuesday night. Below are…
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Bafana Bafana players preparing for Zimbabwe
2 years ago

Zim defender Teenage Hadebe names key Bafana stars to watch in World Cup qualifiers tie

Zimbabwe defender Teenage Hadebe has named the Bafana Stars players he believes will be the biggest threats on the pitch ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup…
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Baroka FC interim coach Morgan Mammila
2 years ago

Morgan Mammila’s first words as Baroka’s interim coach

Morgan Mammila has spoken for the first time as Baroka FC's interim coach following their 0-0 draw with Richards Bay FC in their PSL Promotional/Relegation…
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SuperSport United players in jubilation mood
2 years ago

Sundowns striker raves about Grobler’s unique playing style

A Mamelodi Sundowns striker has heaped praise on veteran SuperSport United striker Bradley Grobler, highlighting his unique playing style. Grobler finished…
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Khanya Leshabela in action for Cape Town City
2 years ago

Eric Tinkler explains why Khanya Leshabela was released

Cape Town City FC coach Eric Tinkler has shed light on the decision to release midfielder Khanya Leshabela after a short stint at the club. Leshabela joined…
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Themba Zwane in Bafana Bafana colours
2 years ago

Talking points as Bafana share spoils with Nigeria

Bafana Bafana and Nigeria played out to a 1-1 draw in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers clash at Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Friday night. Below are…
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Thato Khiba celebrating with his TS Galaxy teammates
2 years ago

Stellenbosch FC closing in on TS Galaxy midfielder

Stellenbosch FC are close to signing a TS Galaxy midfielder, with negotiations currently underway between the two DStv Premiership teams ahead of the 2024/25…
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Ernst Middendorp in Cape Town Spurs colours
2 years ago

Cape Town Spurs make decision on Ernst Middendorp

Cape Town Spurs have made a decision on head coach Ernst Middendorp following the relegation of the club from the DStv Premiership. The Urban Warriors…
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Lyle Foster in Bafana Bafana colours
2 years ago

Broos believes Foster & Rayners could help solve Bafana’s scoring problems

Coach Hugo Broos believes that Lyle Foster and Iqraam Rayners could help to solve Bafana Bafana's lack of a killer instinct in front of the goal. The Belgian…
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