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Michael Madyira

Senior journalist
2013 Zimbabwe Sports Journalist of the Year | Soccer journalism, African Football, PSL (Premier Soccer League), CAF Champions League, Tactical Analysis, Transfer Market, ICC Cricket Awards | English
Michael Madyira is a seasoned, award-winning sports journalist serving as a Senior Soccer Writer for FARPost. With a career spanning over a decade, Madyira has established himself as an authority on African football, bringing deep continental experience and tactical analytical depth to the South African media landscape. Before joining FARPost, Madyira built a formidable reputation as a core correspondent for global football outlet Goal.com. During his extensive tenure there, he covered the Premier Soccer League (PSL), CAF Inter-Club competitions, and major international tournaments. His work is recognized for delivering breaking news and authoritative analysis on South Africa’s top clubs, including Mamelodi Sundowns, Kaizer Chiefs, and Orlando Pirates. Madyira’s journalism has been recognized across multiple sporting codes. He was named the 2013 Zimbabwe Sports Journalist of the Year early in his career and was subsequently selected as a voting panelist for the 2013/14 International Cricket Council (ICC) Awards. At FARPost, he combines investigative rigor with in-depth match analysis across domestic and African football.

Michael Madyira

Simphiwe Masilela in action for Orlando Pirates

Ouaddou’s advice to Pirates starlets Padime and Masilela: ‘Drink water, don’t smoke’

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has delivered some stern advice to rising stars Mpho Padime and Simphiwe Masilela, warning them against the pitfalls…
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Golden Arrows FC's Ronaldo van Neel challenges Mamelodi Sundowns defender Thapelo Morena

Arrows’ defence finally breached as Sundowns set up MTN8 final date with Pirates

Mamelodi Sundowns stormed into the MTN8 final and set up a date with Orlando Pirates following a 3-2 semi-final, second-leg victory over Golden Arrows FC at…
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Fernando da Cruz conducting a training session at Kaizer Chiefs

Bobby Motaung makes Kaizer Chiefs’ expectations clear to Fernando da Cruz

Kaizer Chiefs football manager Bobby Motaung has laid down a clear marker for new head coach Fernando da Cruz, revealing that the Frenchman has been mandated…
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Mpho Padime working out during an Orlando Pirates training session

‘I don’t like that, but…’ – Ouaddou explains bending rules for Pirates debutant Padime

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has revealed what he told Mpho Padime just before his Buccaneers debut, while also exonerating the 19-year-old for…
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Oswin Appollis leads Orlando Pirates teammates in celebration after scoring duringb a Betway Premiership match against Milford FC

‘Break the curse of 1995’: Lucky Lekgwathi sets next big target for Orlando Pirates

Former Orlando Pirates captain Lucky Lekgwathi has pointed the Buccaneers towards clinching the CAF Champions League as what should be their top priority…
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Banyana Banyana players sing the national anthem at the WAFCON

Banyana’s problems under the microscope after WAFCON struggles

Former Banyana Banyana star Khabo Zitha has taken time to dissect what she feels is hampering progress in the women's national side after a difficult outing…
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Brayan Leon celebrating his goal for Mamelodi Sundowns with Sphelele Mkhulise and Cassius Mailula

Mamelodi Sundowns discover FIFA Intercontinental Cup opponents

African champions Mamelodi Sundowns will face Saudi Pro League side Al Ahli Jeddah in the second round of the 2026 FIFA Intercontinental Cup at Loftus…
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Nqaba Xulu celebrates after scoring for Richards Bay against Kaizer Chiefs

Winners and losers as Xulu’s brace for Richards Bay denies Kaizer Chiefs maximum points

Kaizer Chiefs failed to record a victory for a second successive Betway Premiership match when they drew 2-2 with Richards Bay FC at the Princess Magogo…
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Naledi Hlongwane at training

Hlongwane and Phago head to Mother City to complete four-man Chiefs reunion

Kaizer Chiefs youth prospects Naledi Hlongwane and Pheko Phago have completed moves to Cape Town outfit Hope FC, completing a four-man Amakhosi academy…
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Boitumelo Radiopane of Orlando Pirates celebrates

Abdeslam Ouaddou reveals why he’s tipping Boitumelo Radiopane for success at Pirates

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou believes Boitumelo Radiopane possesses "all the qualities to be successful" after the Buccaneers striker…
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Dillan Solomons in action for Kaizer Chiefs

Dillan Solomons weighs in on Kaizer Chiefs’ right-back battle 

Kaizer Chiefs defender Dillan Solomons has opened up about the stiff competition at right-back, amid ongoing scrutiny over Amakhosi’s squad depth in…
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Lebohang Maboe shrugs off the challenge Marcelo Allende during the Betway Premiership matches between Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns

Stiffness, panic, and technical errors: Why Dan Malesela is worried about Betway Premiership clubs

Experienced coach Dan Malesela has sounded the alarm over what he views as a nervous start to the 2026/27 season, with Betway Premiership clubs hesitating to…
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