Bongani Sam agrees to join Chippa United
Former Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs left-back Bongani Sam has reportedly agreed to join struggling Chippa United as a free agent for the rest of the season.
Bloemfontein Celtic withdraw from ABC Motsepe League
The former South African top-flight team have been competing in the third division since selling their status to Royal AM in 2021.
Club boss Max Tshabalala though is keen to see his team compete in the Betway Premiership and the club have signalled their intent to "obtain a professional status".
Celtic announced their withdrawal with a statement on social media.
Phunya Sele Sele wrote: "We regret to inform you that Bloemfontein Celtic Football Club has taken the decision to withdraw from participating in the ABC Motsepe League 2024/25 season with immediate effect.
"In the best interest of the Free State province and football lovers in general, the club has taken the decision to dispose its name and trademarks to a suitable consortium which is best positioned to obtain a professional status that will see Bloemfontein Celtic Football Club resurfacing in the Premier Soccer League again.
"It is against the above background, although not limited to, that we apologise for any inconvenience that the above may have caused in the process."
Thamsanqa Sangweni snapped up by KZN ABC Motsepe League side Dlangezwa Hellenic
Thamsanqa Sangweni will continue his football journey this season in the KZN ABC Motsepe League with Dlangezwa Hellenic FC.
Gayton McKenzie hails son's R50m SuperSport United purchase
The proposed R50 million sale of SuperSport United to Calvin Le John, son of Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie, has sparked widespread debate over potential conflicts of interest.
Ricardo Katza doesn't want to see Bloemfontein Celtic buy SuperSport
Former SuperSport United captain Ricardo Katza has voiced his disappointment over reports that the club could be sold to Bloemfontein Celtic.