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by SoccerBeat South Africa · English · Sport
SoccerBeat is a podcast dedicated to South African soccer, featuring ex-pros such as Cheezboy Mokoena, Moeneeb Josephs, Tsepo Masilela, Shakes Ngwenya and Mark Mayambela. Whether you support Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates or Mamelodi Sundowns - This is the home for the South African soccer fan.
1 May 2026 · 31 min
In conversation with South African journalist, commentator and author Mark Gleeson, SV Ried midfielder Yusuf Maart explains how his move from Kaizer Chiefs to Austria came about in 2025.
29 Apr 2026 · 47 min
In this special Talking Pirates episode by SoccerBeat, Cheezboy Mokoena once again sits down with Orlando Pirates legend Teboho Moloi, a former player and assistant manager. In this episode, Moloi reveals: The truth behind his on- and off-field reputation during his playing days What happened in the build-up to his suspension at Orlando Pirates What it was like growing up with a famous footballing father Why he once considered leaving Pirates for Soweto rivals Kaizer Chiefs Details about transfer interest from AC Milan and then-coach Fabio Capello Why he ultimately decided to step away from…
28 Apr 2026 · 23 min
In this latest episode by SoccerBeat, Peter du Toit catches up with ex-Kaizer Chiefs coach Sergio Dos Santos to do a full breakdown of Sunday's Soweto Derby between Orlando Pirates and Amakhosi! This past weekend, Pule Mmodi and Kamogelo Sebelebele scored as Pirates and Chiefs drew 1-1 at the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg. Dos Santos reveals: Where he believes Orlando Pirates got it wrong against Chiefs! Why he thinks players like Mduduzi Shabalala and Mfundo Vilakazi were named on the bench against Pirates. What he sees as the BIGGEST problem at Kaizer Chiefs.
22 Apr 2026 · 43 min
In this Talking Pirates episode by SoccerBeat, Cheezboy Mokoena catches up with former Orlando Pirates star Teboho Moloi. Moloi and Cheezboy discuss Relebohile Mofokeng’s future at Orlando Pirates, the upcoming Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs, advice from Dr. Irvin Khoza, and Abdeslam Ouaddou’s first season in charge. He also shares a hilarious story about the instructions he used to give Oupa Manyisa!
20 Mar 2026 · 16 min
Hugo Broos names his 23-man squad for Bafana Bafana's friendlies against Panama ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup! Watch as SoccerBeat's Kurt Buckerfield and Grant de Smit react to the team news, including the snubbing of Mohau Nkota, Sipho Chaine and Iqraam Rayners! The full list of players left out by Broos: ❌ Olwethu Makhanya ❌ Deano Van Rooyen ❌ Thapelo Morena ❌ Mohau Nkota ❌ Kamogelo Sebelebele ❌ Vuyo Letlapa ❌ Tylon Smith ❌ Patrick Maswanganyi ❌ Ndamulelo Maphangule ❌ Iqraam Rayners ❌ Yanela Mbuthuma ❌ Darren Johnson ❌ Luke Le Roux ❌ Mthetheleli Mthiyane ❌ Sipho Chaine Meanwhile, Themba…
20 Mar 2026 · 31 min
Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Edmilson Dove joins SoccerBeat's Kurt Buckerfield to discuss all things Amakhosi in this week's Betway Beat episode! The Mozambican international tells us about his time at Chiefs under Arthur Zwane, Molefi Ntseki, Cavin Johnson and Nasreddine Nabi, about his respect for Kaizer Jnr. and the club's fans, about his departure from the club in 2025 and about why Benni McCarthy is one the best coaches he has ever worked under!
20 Mar 2026 · 29 min
In this special Talking Chiefs episode by SoccerBeat, Peter du Toit catches up with former Kaizer Chiefs defender Tefu Mashamaite, who shares his views on the current Amakhosi team and responds to Stuart Baxter's comments suggesting management interference during his second spell at the club.
4 Mar 2026 · 19 min
In this episode of Talking Chiefs by SoccerBeat, Peter du Toit, Brian Baloyi and Tsepo Masilela discuss Kaizer Chiefs' 1-0 loss Richards Bay in the Betway Premiership! - Amakhosi lose for a third straight match as pressure builds on Chiefs coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef. - Both Zitha Kwinika and Inacio Miguel miss out, which Cedric Kaze says cost Kaizer Chiefs. - Brian Baloyi believes something has got to give at Kaizer Chiefs! - Masilela struggles to name a single Chiefs player cemented for a place next season. - Baloyi reveals what he would tell Chiefs management right now.
2 Mar 2026 · 11 min
In this Talking Sundowns episode by SoccerBeat, Monnapule Saleng's debut for Sundowns is the big talking point following Mamelodi Sundowns' 3-1 win over Sekhukhune United in the Betway Premiership! Saleng makes Sundowns debut - gets assist for Iqraam Rayners' goal. Farouk Khan believes Sundowns can win both the league and the Champions League! Rayners' scores brace for Sundowns, while Jayden Adams gets the Man-of-the-Match award! Sundowns stay close to Orlando Pirates, who beat Kaizer Chiefs 3-0 in the Soweto Derby on Saturday.
18 Feb 2026 · 19 min
In this heated SoccerBeat episode, Grant de Smidt hosts Orlando Pirates legend Moeneeb Josephs and Sundowns icon Shakes Ngwenya as they debate the big Betway Premiership clash between Pirates and Sundowns coming up on Wednesday! Pirates vs Sundowns: - Moeneeb Josephs tells Shakes that Sundowns are living in the past, and that Pirates are the future! - He also warns Sundowns they won't be able to cope with Rele Mofokeng, Oswin Appollis and company! - Shakes insists that Sundowns' experienced players, such as Teboho Mokoena, Themba Zwane and Khuliso Mudau will silence all Pirates stars on…
10 Feb 2026 · 12 min
Chicago Fire insider Alex Calabrese joins Kurt Buckerfield to discuss Mbekezeli Mbokazi's first appearance for Chicago Fire in a 3-2 pre-season friendly win over LA Galaxy ahead of the 2026 MLS season! Former Orlando Pirates defender Mbokazi started in Chicago Fire's strongest XI, which Alex admits was quite surprising after he only recently was handed his work permit. Mbokazi played as a centre-back for the Fire and played well, according to Alex and Chicago Fire head coach Gregg Berhalter. Alex reveals which player Mbokazi will be competing against for a starting spot this season! Chicago…
6 Feb 2026 · 18 min
In today's Betway Beat episode, Peter du Toit and Grant de Smidt discuss Miguel Cardoso's future at Mamelodi Sundowns, and compare his record to Rulani Mokwena's record at Masandawana. Grant goes into detail on Sundowns' away record under Miguel Cardoso - with games away against Saint Eloi Lupopo, Orlando Pirates and AmaZulu coming up! Lucas Ribeiro's departure has also proved costly for Sundowns, while Pirates held on to Rele Mofokeng for at least another season! Cardoso's league record is similar to Rulani's, but what about Sundowns' Champions League form under the Portuguese coach? Could…
4 Feb 2026 · 18 min
In this Talking Pirates episode by SoccerBeat, Cheezboy Mokoena and Moeneeb Josephs react to Orlando Pirates' 2-0 win over AmaZulu in the Betway Premiership following goals from Relebohile Mofokeng! - Mofokeng fires Orlando Pirates back above Mamelodi Sundowns in the table! - Orlando Pirates have now kept five clean sheets in a row! - Deon Hotto returns to Bucs starting XI, while Yanela Mbuthuma starts up front. - Moeneeb also defends Mbuthuma! - Cheezboy asks Moeneeb if Pirates should be worried about not taking their chances? - Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is only worried about Pirates' next…
3 Feb 2026 · 23 min
In this episode of Talking Chiefs by SoccerBeat, Farouk Khan, Brian Baloyi and Tsepo Masilela react to Kaizer Chiefs' CAF Confederations Cup win over ZESCO United! Kaizer Chiefs have kept six clean sheets in a row across all competitions! Baloyi believes Kaizer Chiefs can challenge across competitions this season! Baloyi also hails the impact of Thulani Mabaso from the bench! Have Kaizer Chiefs found their best starting XI?
S1 · E6 · 30 Jan 2026 · 21 min
UEFA B license coach Grant de Smidt takes Peter du Toit and Tsepo Masilela through five important changes Kaizer Chiefs have made this season under co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef. - Kaizer Chiefs are currently second in the Betway Premiership, two points behind Mamelodi Sundowns and one point above Orlando Pirates, who have two games in hand. - Coaches Kaze and Ben Youssef have implemented several key changes, one of them being making goalkeeper Brandon Petersen captain. - Lebohang Maboe's role has also become a star midfielder for Amakhosi. - Peter believes Kaizer Chiefs'…
27 Jan 2026 · 18 min
n this episode of Talking Pirates by SoccerBeat, Cheezboy Mokoena, Moeneeb Josephs and Grant de Smidt discuss Sipho Mbule's future at Orlando Pirates, with his current contract set to expire at the end of the season. According to our sources, it is likely that Sipho Mbule will have his deal at Pirates extended by two years, which is the option in his contract that needs to be triggered by May. Mbule has not played much for Pirates this season in the Betway Premiership, with players such as Oswin Appollis and Rele Mofokeng preferred in the No. 10 position! The midfielder joined Bucs after…
24 Jan 2026 · 20 min
In this Absa Football Fridays episode, host Umjaka and ex-Orlando Pirates winger Cheezboy Mokoena discuss Kaizer Chiefs' league form, Sipho Mbule's contract situation and future at Orlando Pirates, Monnapule Saleng's injury update at Mamelodi Sundowns and Brandon Petersen's new deal at Amakhosi! Are Kaizer Chiefs in the title race alongside Pirates and Sundowns? Will Mbule stay at Pirates beyond this season? Does Chiefs captain and goalkeeper Petersen deserve a new deal? When will Saleng play his first game for Sundowns?
S1 · E3 · 22 Jan 2026 · 19 min
In this special Talking Pirates episode by SoccerBeat, ex-Buccaneer Edward Motale tells Peter du Toit hilarious tales from his playing career, and specifically from his time at Orlando Pirates! - Motale reveals how ex-Pirates teammates Mark Fish and Gavin Lane taught him to drink! - Motale also explains how he made a lot of money off both Mark Bachelor and Helman Mkhalele! - Edward also talks about his relationship with Orlando Pirates chairman Dr. Irvin Khoza, who once found out that he had a lady at a hotel in Nigeria!
S1 · E2 · 21 Jan 2026 · 19 min
In this episode of Talking Chiefs by SoccerBeat, Farouk Khan, Brian Baloyi and Tsepo Masilela discuss Kaizer Chiefs' 1-0 win over Golden Arrows in the Betway Premiership! - Farouk Khan asks Brian and Tsepo how they feel Kaizer Chiefs have handled the AFCON break. - Tsepo and Brian say they were happy to see Kaizer Chiefs ended their win over Arrows with so many youngsters on the field! - Farouk explains why he believes Kaizer Chiefs should be above Orlando Pirates and Sundowns should be top of the Betway Premiership! - Baloyi says he doesn't believe Lilepo has the quality to be a Chiefs…
S1 · E1 · 31 Oct 2025 · 29 min
In today's SoccerBeat episode, Gayton McKenzie tells Umjaka all about the celebrations that followed Bafana Bafana's World Cup qualification, the latest on his SAFA investigation and the bonuses he is looking to give Bafana's stars! McKenzie also reveals: Why he is jealous of PSL powerhouse Kaizer Chiefs! His feelings on the perceived lack of support Sundowns get at home games compared to Chiefs and Orlando Pirates. What Lyle Foster and Ronwen Williams told him before Bafana's crucial win over Rwanda!
SoccerBeat is a podcast dedicated to South African soccer, featuring ex-pros such as Cheezboy Mokoena, Moeneeb Josephs, Tsepo Masilela, Shakes Ngwenya and Mark Mayambela. Whether you support Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates or Mamelodi Sundowns - This is the home for the South African soccer fan.
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