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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

Bongokuhle Hlongwane in a celebratory mood after scoring for Minnesota United.
2 years ago

What Bongokuhle Hlongwane has learnt in his three years in the MLS

Minnesota United and Bafana Bafana star Bongokuhle Hlongwane has explained what he has learnt in his three years in the USA's Major League Soccer [MLS].…
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Yanga SC players
2 years ago

Yanga lodge complaint with CAF after Champions League exit

Tanzanian giants Yanga SC have officially lodged a complaint with CAF, following their Champions League exit on Friday night. This comes after Mamelodi…
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DStv Premiership clash between Chippa United and Kaizer Chiefs.
2 years ago

Chiefs suffer back-to-back DStv Prem defeats after Chippa upset

Kaizer Chiefs have suffered back-to-back DStv Premiership defeats following their 2-0 loss to Chippa United at a packed Buffalo City Stadium on Saturday…
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Jermaine Seoposenwe Banyana Banyana colours
2 years ago

Talking points as Banyana suffer defeat in Nigeria

Banyana Banyana suffered a 1-0 defeat to the Super Falcons of Nigeria in the fourth round of the 2024 Olympics qualifiers at the MKO Abiola Stadium on Friday…
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Atisang Batsi in action for Orbit College.
2 years ago

41 years old and still going strong: The secret behind Batsi’s longevity

Defying expectations, 41-year-old midfielder Atisang Batsi continues to impress on the pitch for Orbit College in the second-tier league. The veteran…
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Kaizer Chiefs winger Ashley Du Preez.
2 years ago

How Du Preez can be even more effective for Chiefs: Barker’s insight

Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker has shared his insights on how his former player Ashley Du Preez can be more effective for Kaizer Chiefs. Barker was…
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Kaizer Chiefs coach Cavin Johnson.
2 years ago

Johnson addresses fatigue concerns after Chiefs’ loss to Stellenbosch FC

Kaizer Chiefs interim coach Cavin Johnson has addressed the fatigue concerns after Amakhosi succumbed to a 1-0 defeat to Stellenbosch FC in the DStv…
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DStv Premiership clash between Kaizer Chiefs and Stellenbosch FC.
2 years ago

Talking points as Stellenbosch FC sink Chiefs at the Calabash

Stellenbosch FC continued with their fine form as they secured a 1-0 win over Kaizer Chiefs in the DStv Premiership at FNB Stadium on Tuesday night. This was…
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Thato Khiba and his TS Galaxy teammates in a celebratory mood.
2 years ago

TS Galaxy midfielder linked with Soweto giants

A TS Galaxy midfielder has been linked with the Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates. The Mpumalanga-based outfit currently sit ninth in the SA’s…
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Former Black Leopards midfielder Wiseman Maluleke.
2 years ago

Maluleke on Leopards exit: ‘I didn’t terminate my contract’

Experienced midfielder Wiseman Maluleke has shed light on his unexpected departure from the second-tier league side. Maluleke, a key player for Leopards in…
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Bongokuhle Hlongwane in FARPost colours.
2 years ago

How Bongokuhle Hlongwane has improved his game

Minnesota United and Bafana Bafana attacker Bongokuhle Hlongwane has explained what he has done to improve his game to keep scoring goals in the new MLS…
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DStv Premiership clash between Sekhukhune United and Orlando Pirates.
2 years ago

Sekhukhune see off Pirates: What are the talking points?

Sekhukhune United salvaged a 2-1 win over Orlando Pirates in the DStv Premiership tie at New Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday evening. Below are some of the…
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