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Orlando Pirates Sign Norwegian Striker Sebastian Pedersen on Two-Year Deal
Orlando Pirates have strengthened their attacking options with the signing of Norwegian striker Sebastian Pedersen from Sogndal Fotball.
The 27-year-old has signed a two-year contract with the Buccaneers, with the club holding an option to extend the deal by a further season.
Pedersen becomes the latest addition to head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou’s squad as Orlando Pirates continue their preparations for the upcoming campaign. sportnewz.click
Proven goalscorer arrives from Norway
Pedersen joins Pirates from Sogndal Fotball, one of Norway’s most respected clubs for developing young talent.
His football journey saw him represent Norway at every junior international level from Under-15 through to Under-21, highlighting his pedigree from an early age.
Clinical finisher
Known for his sharp movement and composed finishing, Pedersen has built a reputation as a clinical striker rather than a physical target man.
His goal-scoring record speaks for itself, having found the back of the net 51 times in his last 117 appearances.
Pirates will hope his finishing ability adds another dimension to their attack as they compete across domestic and continental competitions.
The signing marks another step in the club’s preparations for what promises to be a demanding season under Ouaddou.
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Three bolters in All Blacks squad, Savea rested
Dave Rennie has named three uncapped players in a 44-man All Blacks squad for the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour of South Africa.
All 34 players who completed an unbeaten Nations Championship campaign against Ireland, Italy and France have been retained, with 10 more players added for the demanding seven-week tour.
Among the reinforcements are experienced back Rieko Ioane, who was called up by Rennie to provide injury cover for the match against Ireland in Auckland, and lock Fabian Holland, who missed the entire Super Rugby season with a dislocated shoulder.
Prop Ollie Norris, hooker George Bell, flank Ethan Blackadder, centre Timoci Tavatavanawai and wing Emoni Narawa have also been recalled.
Rennie has also handed call-ups to three uncapped players in Hurricanes prop Siale Lauaki, Moana Pasifika No 8 Semisi Tupou Ta’eiloa and Chiefs utility back Josh Jacomb.
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Regular captain Scott Barrett remains sidelined through injury, along with prop Tamaiti Williams and wing Leicester Fainga’anuku, meaning Ardie Savea will continue to captain the side.
Savea has, however, been granted an extended break and will miss the opening three tour matches against the Stormers, Sharks and Bulls before returning for the first Test against the Springboks.
“This tour will challenge us and demand the very best of us. We have selected a squad that we know is up to the challenge,” said Rennie.
“It’s a balanced blend of experienced Test players and a cohort of younger players who will be keen to work hard and showcase their skillset on tour.
“With eight matches in six weeks, including a four-Test series against the Springboks, this would have to be the toughest tour in rugby.
“Every player will be required to play their part across this tour, whether it’s preparing to play or helping their mates prepare.”
WATCH: Rennie on squad for SA tour
The tour begins against the Stormers in Cape Town on 7 August before clashes with the Sharks and Bulls ahead of the opening Test at Ellis Park on 22 August.
The second and third Tests will be played at Cape Town Stadium and FNB Stadium respectively, before the series concludes in Baltimore, USA.
The Springboks and All Blacks both head into the series unbeaten after winning all three of their Nations Championship Tests.
All Blacks squad
Forwards: Asafo Aumua, Codie Taylor, Samisoni Taukei’aho, George Bell, Ethan De Groot, George Bower, Xavier Numia, Ollie Norris, Tyrel Lomax, Fletcher Newell, Pasilio Tosi, Siale Lauaki, Tupou Vaa’i, Patrick Tuipulotu, Josh Lord, Sam Darry, Fabian Holland, Peter Lakai, Simon Parker, Ethan Blackadder, Luke Jacobson, Anton Segner, Ardie Savea (c), Wallace Sititi, Semisi Tupou Ta’eiloa.
Backs: Cameron Roigard, Cortez Ratima, Kyle Preston, Ruben Love, Beauden Barrett, Damian McKenzie, Josh Jacomb, Jordie Barrett, Quinn Tupaea, Billy Proctor, Anton Lienert-Brown, Timoci Tavatavanawai, Caleb Clarke, Fehi Fineanganofo, Leroy Carter, Josh Moorby, Will Jordan, Rieko Ioane, Emoni Narawa.
RUGBY’S GREATEST RIVALRY: A tour like no other
Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour fixtures
Friday, 7 August: vs Stormers, Cape Town Stadium, Cape Town
Tuesday, 11 August: vs Sharks, Kings Park, Durban
Saturday, 15 August: vs Vodacom Bulls, Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria
Saturday, 22 August: vs Springboks, Ellis Park, Johannesburg
Tuesday, 25 August: vs Lions, Ellis Park, Johannesburg
Saturday, 29 August: vs Springboks, Cape Town Stadium, Cape Town
Saturday, 5 September: vs Springboks, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg
Saturday 12 September: vs Springboks, M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore
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Afrique du Sud: arrestation du cerveau présumé de l’assassinat d’une candidate au poste de conseillère dans la région du Cap
En Afrique du Sud, la police annonce l’arrestation du commanditaire présumé de l’assassinat d’une candidate au poste de conseillère municipale dans la région du Cap. Elle avait été abattue il y a un mois, le 20 juin, pendant le week-end d’inscription sur les listes électorales, et alors que l’Afrique du Sud connaît une nouvelle vague d'assassinats politiques, entre violences des réseaux criminels et rivalités internes, à l’approche des élections municipales de novembre.
ALG : Djamel Benlamri, une reconversion et du punch (Mohamed Malik)
Une fois la carrière d’un footballeur notamment dans les premières années qui terminée, que ce soit à l’international ou en club, c’est une nouvelle vie qui commence et une trajectoire qui se dessine. La reconversion des joueurs professionnels, dont la carrière est brève comparativement à d’autres métiers même si certains font durer le plaisir au-delà de la barrière ‘’psychologique’’ de 40 ans, est un sujet crucial et toujours d’actualité.
Aujourd’hui, plus qu’hier, les sportifs de haut niveau songent sérieusement à leur reconversion, dont certains anticipent suffisamment à l’avance pour amortir le ‘’choc’’ du passage des terrains et de la passion de taper dans un ballon à autre chose, même si nombreux sont ceux qui restent dans le circuit en embrassant le métier d’entraîneur, ou bien d’autres métiers connexes comme manager, agent, coordinateur, directeur sportif, scout- détecteur de talents, consultant télé et autre dirigeant jusqu’à devenir président de club ou de fédération.
Il y a bien évidemment, ceux qui vont vers d’autres domaines, y compris les plus insoupçonnés comme la politique pour devenir même président de la République. Toutefois, plusieurs études consacrées à la reconversion des anciens footballeurs démontrent que près de 40% rencontrent des difficultés, que ce soit sur le plan d’un passage à une nouvelle vie active ou bien carrément économiquement parlant,notamment dans les premières années qui suivent la retraite.
D’où l’intérêt d’une réflexion anticipée, d’une bonne planification et d’un choix maturé sur l’après-football afin de réussir le passage vers désormais une nouvelle carrière, en fonction de compétences identifiées. On s’est permis ce préambule, qui mérite vraiment un dossier particulier, pour évoquer le cas d’un international algérien qui vient à peine de prendre sa retraite, et désigné manager et porte-parole du MC Alger, Djamel Benlamri.
Evidemment, Benlamri n’est pas le premier et ne sera pas le dernier à se voir propulser à ce poste, mais ce qui attire l’attention, ce sont les prestations de ce dernier lors des différentes sorties médiatiques qu’il a eues à faire, notamment au niveau de la Télévision publique algérienne ou bien sur des plateaux TV étrangers, sans compter sa prise de parole et ses apparitions sur les réseaux sociaux.
A ce jeu, souvent délicat, Benlamri a, à chaque fois, fait preuve d’objectivité et de lucidité dans ses analyses, tout en prônant un franc-parler et un verbe percutant. Jusqu’ici, le tempérament qu’il avait sur
le terrain, il le transpose avec talent sur le terrain médiatique, avec du punch et l’espoir de réussir dans ses nouvelles fonctions au MCA où la pression sera terrible et vulnérable.
MOHAMED MALIK
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Morocco maul Harambee Stars in Wafcon opener
NAIROBI, Kenya, July 27, 2026 – Harambee Starlets’ long-awaited return to the continental big stage after a decade ended in a baptism of fire on Sunday night, as hosts Morocco delivered a ruthless 4-0 defeat in their TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026 Group A opener in Rabat.
Driven by a roaring home crowd at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium, the Atlas Lionesses showed no mercy, seizing full control from the opening whistle and handing Kenya a harsh reality check on their tournament comeback.
It could have been a entirely different story had Kenya taken a dream lead in the opening exchanges.
Early in the first half, forward Tereza Engesha found herself with a golden opportunity to put the Starlets ahead, only to watch her powerful strike rattle off the woodwork. That high-water mark quickly gave way to a Moroccan storm.
The hosts capitalized on Kenya’s missed opportunity in the 20th minute when Sakina Ouzraoui broke the deadlock, opening Morocco’s tournament account with a sharp finish.
Before Beldine Odemba’s side could regroup, the Atlas Lionesses struck twice in rapid succession. Maryme Atiq doubled the lead in the 29th minute, and just two minutes later, 33-year-old veteran Jraidi towered over the Starlets’ defense to head home a third, leaving goalkeeper Lilian Awuor with no chance.
By the time the referee blew for halftime, the Starlets found themselves trailing 3-0 after a bruising 45 minutes.
Seeking a spark, head coach Beldine Odemba made a triple substitution at the break, introducing Shilwatso and Shirleen Opisa to steady the ship and add attacking threat.
However, any hopes of a second-half comeback were instantly dashed. Barely two minutes after the restart, Jraidi pounced again to complete her brace and extend Morocco’s lead to 4-0.
To their credit, the Starlets refused to fold completely.
With 30 minutes left on the clock, Kenya managed to string together patches of possession and apply sustained pressure on the host nation’s backline.
The home side eventually subbed off Jraidi, denying her a hat-trick, and comfortably navigated three minutes of added time to secure all three points in front of an ecstatic home crowd.
It is certainly not the start the Harambee Starlets envisioned for their WAFCON comeback, but the group stage is far from over.
Kenya will need to dust themselves off quickly before taking on Senegal on July 30, where nothing short of a turnaround will keep their knockout stage and World Cup qualification dreams alive.