Neo Rapoo 'motivated' by Orlando Pirates coach positive prediction
Orlando Pirates left-back Neo Rapoo has revealed that recent praise from head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has given him extra motivation to compete for game time.
Zambia confirm Orlando Pirates star Lungu injury ahead of AFCON qualifiers
The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) revealed that the 28-year-old has been omitted from their current squad after being diagnosed with an ankle injury that could keep him out of action for up to three weeks.
Lungu featured for the full 90 minutes in the recent 1-0 victory for the Buccaneers over Sekhukhune United to advance to the Carling Knockout Cup semi-finals.
However, the versatile winger is likely to also miss the semi-final encounter against Stellenbosch following his recent injury set-back which sees him skip Zambia's fixtures against Burundi.
"We also have Ghampani Lungu, who has a right ankle sprain that could take about 14-21 days," said FAZ in a statement.
Zambia currently occupy second spot in their Group I table following their loss to table toppers Algeria and subsequent victory at home against Togo.
The former SuperSport United and Siwelele FC star has impressed since joining the Soweto giants, scoring four goals while providing an assist in 12 appearances.
Key quartet returns for Ghana's crucial AFCON 2027 qualifiers against Somalia
Jordan Ayew, Mohammed Kudus, Thomas Partey and Mohammed Salisu have returned to Black Stars squad for 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Somalia.
Pitso Mosimane challenges Lyle Foster to prove himself after Bafana Bafana recall
Pitso Mosimane has made it clear that Lyle Foster will have to earn his place in the Bafana Bafana setup after recalling the striker for the upcoming 2027 AFCON qualifying double-header against Kenya.
Patrick Maswanganyi opens up on family struggles behind Orlando Pirates exit
Patrick 'Tito' Maswanganyi has revealed that the impact of media and social media criticism on his family played a major role in his decision to leave Orlando Pirates for Bahrain outfit Al-Khaldiya.