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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

Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Mfundo Vilakazi trying to dribble past a Golden Arrows player in an MTN8 tie

Winners and losers as Kaizer Chiefs’ MTN8 record is under threat from Orlando Pirates

Kaizer Chiefs will have to wait longer to win the MTN8 and have presented Orlando Pirates with a chance to match their record in this competition after…
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Thapelo Maseko of Mamelodi Sundowns

Cardoso issues update on Thapelo Maseko as Sundowns star pushes for exit

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso says Thapelo Maseko is in his plans but admits it is out of his hands to convince the winger to stay at the club.…
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Orlando Pirates striker Yanela Mbuthuma trying to dribble past Gaston Sirino

Ouaddou frustrated by Orlando Pirates strikers, tells them to ‘wake up’ 

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has taken a swing at his strikers, expressing frustration over their lack of potency just two games into the new…
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Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou addressing a press conference

‘You think I was happy to have eight bodyguards?’ Ouaddou refuses to gamble with Pirates selection

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says he is “not here to give flowers” to his players and risk losing his job, as he explained his cautious approach to…
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Oswin Appollis, Thapelo Maseko, Sipho Chaine and other Bafana Bafana players during pitch inspection before the 2026 FIFA World Cup clash with Canada

What awaits the new Bafana Bafana coach after Hugo Broos’ lofty benchmark

A new era for Bafana Bafana is about to be ushered in following the departure of Hugo Broos after a five-year tenure at the helm of the national side. The…
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Helman Mkhalele with Bafana Bafana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Benson Mhlongo backs Mkhalele for Bafana Bafana job as Pitso Mosimane return looms

Former Bafana Bafana midfielder-cum-defender Benson Mhlongo believes Helman Mkhalele deserves to be the national team head coach but says SAFA should keep…
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Marumo Gallants new signing Thabang Sesinyi celebrating after scoring a goal for Jwaneng Galaxy

Thabang Sesinyi explains why he chose Marumo Gallants

Botswana international striker Thabang Sesinyi has opened up on why he opted for a transfer to Marumo Gallants from Jwaneng Galaxy amid massive interest…
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Oumar Komara being unveiled by Young Africans after leaving Golden Arrows

Mngqithi lures Golden Arrows defender Oumar Komara to Young Africans

Young Africans have confirmed the signing of defender Oumar Farouk Komara from Golden Arrows, with the Ivorian reuniting with coach Manqoba Mngqithi in…
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Abram Mongoya after Kruger United were crowned Motsepe Foundation Championship winners

‘The mandate is simple’: Mongoya on Kruger United’s top-flight survival target

Kruger United head coach Abram Mongoya believes the key to surviving their maiden Betway Premiership season lies in immediate psychological adaptation rather…
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Bennet Mokoena during a Mamelodi Sundowns training session

Cardoso draws line in the sand for Mamelodi Sundowns youngsters: ‘We didn’t do anyone a favour’

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has stressed that young players promoted to the senior team are important, but was quick to warn that he will not…
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Oswin Appollis celebrates with Orlando Pirates teammates Nkosinathi Sibisi and Cemran Dansin

Seven major highlights from the 2026/27 Betway Premiership opening weekend

The 2026/27 Betway Premiership season kicked off with drama, 15 goals, and early victories across the board. From new rule enforcement to work permit snags,…
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Orlando Pirates players salute fans before facing Milford FC

Happy Jele dampens CAF Champions League hype surrounding Orlando Pirates

Orlando Pirates legend Happy Jele has urged caution and called for realistic expectations as the Soweto giants prepare to make their return to the CAF…
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