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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

Miguel Cardoso at Mamelodi Sundowns

Cardoso identifies Sundowns DDC star with PSL potential

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has identified one DStv Diski Challenge [DDC] star who has shown great potential to play in the PSL. Over the…
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Hugo Broos at Bafana Bafana

‘He’s not controlled by social media’: Bafana star praises Broos

FCSB star Siyabonga Ngezana has praised Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos for always standing firm on his decisions and not being controlled by social media…
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Nasreddine Nabi at Kaizer Chiefs

Chiefs coach shares Nedbank wish: ‘We want to make history’

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has shared his wish about the Nedbank Cup, revealing that he wants to make history with the Soweto giants. Amakhosi…
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Nasreddine Nabi at Kaizer Chiefs training

Nabi sends message to Pirates, Sundowns, & Stellenbosch

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has congratulated Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns, and Stellenbosch FC on their remarkable performances in the…
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Stellenbosch FC in action against Zamalek

Stellenbosch FC pull off big upset against Zamalek

Stellenbosch FC have pulled off a massive upset after defeating defending champions Zamalek SC 1-0 in the return leg of the CAF Confederation Cup…
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Jose Riveiro during Orlando Pirates press conference

Jose Riveiro’s desire: ‘We really want it’

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has expressed one of his desires, revealing what the Sea Robbers really want for the remainder of the season before…
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Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso during a training session

Cardoso’s perspective on facing Al Ahly in Champions League semis

After defeating his former employers, Esperance, in the CAF Champions League quarter-finals, Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has shared his…
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Oswin Appollis at Bafana Bafana training

Moeneeb Josephs names two Bafana stars Pirates should sign

Orlando Pirates legend Moeneeb Josephs has named two Bafana Bafana stars his former side should sign in the next transfer window. The Buccaneers have been…
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Rulani Mokwena of the touchline for Wydad Casablanca

Moroccan coach pinpoints key challenges facing Mokwena at Wydad

A Moroccan coach has addressed the key challenges faced by Rulani Mokwena at Wydad Casablanca following reports of issues within the club. The rumours of…
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Mamelodi Sundowns at training in Tunisia

Cardoso responds to criticism of Sundowns ‘different style of play’

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has addressed the criticism regarding the club's 'different style of play' compared to last season. Sundowns are…
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Thembinkosi Lorch in action for Wydad Casablanca

Thembinkosi Lorch bags award in Morocco

Mamelodi Sundowns loanee Thembinkosi Lorch has bagged an award at Wydad Casablanca in Morocco following his impressive form. ‘Nyoso’ has grown in confidence…
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Mbekezeli Mbokazi during Orlando Pirates' warm up at FNB Stadium

How Xoki and Sibisi’s support eliminated Mbokazi’s stage fright

Orlando Pirates teenage sensation Mbekezeli Mbokazi has shared how teammates Tapelo Xoki and Nkosinathi Sibisi have assisted him in overcoming stage fright…
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