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Tshepo Rabothe

Senior Soccer Journalist
Farpost most improved journalist 2024 | Betway Premiership, SAFJA Excellence, Player Transfers, Tactical Match Analysis, South African Football Culture |
Tshepo Rabothe is a Gauteng-based Senior Soccer Journalist at FARPost, covering the Betway Premiership, transfers and tactical match analysis, and interviewing coaches and players across South African football. He was named FARPost’s Most Improved Journalist for 2024, and in 2025 he was nominated for the SAFJA Young Journalist of the Year award by the South African Football Journalists Association.

Tshepo Rabothe

Moroka Swallows players

Ex-Swallows striker scoring goals for fun in SAFA Regional League  

A former Moroka Swallows striker is scoring goals for fun in the SAFA Johannesburg Regional League, proving that experience cannot be bought. So far, the…
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Richards Bay players.

Why Richards Bay are struggling in SA top-flight

With just two seasons in the DStv Premiership, Richards Bay is having it hard and the mood is darkening, as everyone is feeling the pressure. The…
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Cape Town Spurs head coach Ernst Middendorp.

Middendorp brings in veteran defender to shore up CT Spurs’ defence

In a bid to fortify his backline, Cape Town Spurs head coach Ernst Middendorp has bolstered his squad with an experienced defender. The Urban Warriors…
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SuperSport United left-winger Shandre Campbell.

Gavin Hunt’s impression of youngster Campbell 

SuperSport United head coach Gavin Hunt has revealed what he makes of the teenage sensation Shandre Campbell following his brace and assist against Orlando…
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Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Melusi Buthelezi

Riveiro speaks out after Buthelezi blunder against SuperSport

Orlando Pirates mentor Jose Riveiro has had his say on goalkeeper Melusi Buthelezi after a costly howler in their 3-1 defeat to SuperSport United in a DStv…
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DStv Premiership clash between SuperSport United and Orlando Pirates.

Talking points as SuperSport sink Pirates in Polokwane 

SuperSport United managed to secure a 3-1 win over Orlando Pirates in a DStv Premiership clash at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday evening.   Below…
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Richards Bay winger Sanele Barns in action.

Sanele Barns opens up on Kaizer Chiefs links

Richards Bay winger Sanele Barns is one of the most wanted men in the PSL, with Kaizer Chiefs said to be tracking him. The talented 26-year-old footballer…
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NB LA Masia during a training session

Another ex-DStv Premiership leaves La Masia after Augustine Mahlonoko

Motsepe Foundation Championship side NB La Masia has offloaded yet another ex-DStv Premiership player, just a week after former Orlando Pirates midfielder…
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Golden Arrows re-sign talented midfielder Mabhuti Khenyeza

Golden Arrows re-sign talented midfielder

Golden Arrows have announced the re-signing of the talented midfielder for the second round of the DStv Premiership 2023/24 season. Arrows have had an…
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Christian Saile in action for Kaizer Chiefs

Christian Saile draws comparison between Molefi Ntseki and Cavin Johnson

Kaizer Chiefs attacker Christian Saile has drawn a comparison between the coaching style of Molefi Ntseki and Cavin Johnson. Ntseki was shown the exit door…
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Orbit College in action against AmaTuks at Tuks Stadium

Orbit College drop points as Baroka return to winning ways

Orbit College dropped crucial points in the Motsepe Foundation Championship after playing to a 2-2 draw against AmaTuks at Tuks Stadium on Tuesday. The…
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Orlando Pirates player celebrating a goal against Golden Arrows

Pirates set to miss in-form midfielder for SuperSport United clash

Orlando Pirates are set to miss an in-form midfielder for the DStv Premiership clash against SuperSport United. Pirates will face the Pretoria side at the…
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