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Tshepo Rabothe

Senior journalist - FARPost
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 Sports Journalist at FARPost (Pty) Ltd. Specialising in the Betway Premiership and South African football culture, he is recognised for delivering high-impact, exclusive interviews with the league’s top coaches, players, and influential industry role players. ​In 2025, Tshepo was nominated for the SAFJA Young Journalist of the Year by the South African Football Journalists Association. This distinction validates his technical expertise and professional authority within the competitive sports media landscape. His reporting provides critical “Information Gain” on club dynamics and industry shifts, cementing his status as a primary contributor to the South African football discourse.

Tshepo Rabothe

Cape Town City FC in the Motsepe Foundation Championship

CT City off to false NFD start, Upington claim win in six-goal thriller

Following their relegation to the Motsepe Foundation Championship, Cape Town City FC got off to a false start to life in the NFD after playing to a goalless…
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Patrick Maswanganyi of Orlando Pirates warming up

Ouaddou explains early Maswanganyi substitution in MTN8 semi-final

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has explained the substitution of talented midfielder Patrick Maswanganyi in the first-half of the MTN8…
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Sinoxolo Kwayiba at Orlando Pirates

Ouaddou gives report card on Kwayiba’s progress at Pirates

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has given a candid report card on the progress made by Sinoxolo Kwayiba after signing with the club in the…
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Kamohelo Mahlatsi with Marumo Gallants

Nange and Mahlatsi sign with new PSL club

Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielders Phathutshedzo Nange and Kamohelo Mahlatsi have joined a new PSL club for the 2025/26 season. The talented midfielders have…
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Thembinkosi Lorch with Wydad Casablanca

OFFICIAL: Thembinkosi Lorch pens permanent Wydad deal

Following weeks of speculation, former Mamelodi Sundowns star Thembinkosi Lorch has officially completed a permanent move to Moroccan powerhouse Wydad…
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Olisa Ndah with Orlando Pirates

Pirates coach gives timeline on Olisa Ndah’s return

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has given a timeline on when Olisa Ndah is expected to return from injury. The Nigerian international has been…
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Abdeslam Ouaddou at Orlando Pirates

‘He will not be available’: Ouaddou confirms defensive setback

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou confirmed an injury blow to one of his defenders, revealing that 'he will not be available' for the Mamelodi…
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Relebohile Mofokeng against Mamelodi Sundowns

Pirates coach addresses Rele Mofokeng’s latest transfer talks

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has addressed the latest transfer talks surrounding star winger Relebohile Mofokeng. The Bafana Bafana…
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Etiosa Ighodaro, Asanele Velebayi, and Luke

Ben Youssef shares thoughts on arrival of Velebayi, Ighodaro & Baartman

Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Khalil Ben Youssef has shared his thoughts on the arrival of new players, Asanele Velebayi, Etiosa Ighodaro, and Luke Baartman.…
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Nasreddine Nabi in the Toyota Cup at Kaizer Chiefs

When is Nabi returning? Chiefs assistant coach gives an update

Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Khalil Ben Youssef has provided an update on Nasreddine Nabi's compassionate leave, revealing when the head coach is expected…
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Gaston Sirino celebrating at Kaizer Chiefs

Sirino scores as Chiefs maintain perfect start

Kaizer Chiefs maintained their perfect start to the new season with a 1-0 win over Richards Bay FC in the Betway Premiership courtesy of a goal from Gaston…
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Luke Baartman at Kaizer Chiefs

Kaizer Chiefs confirm Luke Baartman acquisition

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the acquisition of the highly-rated attacker Luke Baartman on a free transfer, boosting their squad for the 2025/26 season. The…
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