CF Talavera de la Reina Overview

Simba lands in SA for high-profile friendlies

Tanzanian giants have touched down in South Africa for an intensive 10-day training camp designed to push the squad to its absolute limits. The former Stellenbosch head coach is determined to use this period in Polokwane to fine-tune his tactical approach before a season-defining run of fixtures.

Barker urges Bafana return for De Reuck

The Reds of Msimbazi boss has thrown his weight behind the 30-year-old defender, insisting he deserves a recall to the South African national team. The former Mamelodi Sundowns man has reinvented himself in Tanzania, and Barker believes his recent form makes him a primary candidate for Pitso Mosimane's new-look squad.

Barker hails Mosimane for opening doors for SA coaches

Reds of Msimbazi head coach has paid a glowing tribute to the 62-year-old legend, identifying the former Al Ahly boss as the primary catalyst for the increasing number of South African tacticians securing high-profile jobs across the African continent. As Barker prepares for a challenging CAF Champions League campaign in Tanzania, he believes the path blazed by Mosimane has permanently altered the perception of South African coaching talent.

Barker confirms Simba deal for Sundowns star

Former Stellies coach has officially confirmed the return of Masandawana star to the Tanzanian giants. The South African playmaker has finalised a loan move back to Dar es Salaam following a period of intense negotiations between the two clubs.

Why Makgalwa snubbed Mngqithi for Simba - 'Long-term stability...'

The transfer battle for the highly-rated winger’s signature has finally been settled, but the details behind his decision to join Simba over bitter rivals Yanga have only now come to light. Despite heavy interest from the newly appointed head coach, the former Mamelodi Sundowns attacker opted for a move that prioritised his future security.

Langelihle Phili, Stellenbosch FC, August 2025

Chiefs warned price too high for Phili - 'They should learn from Pirates'

Mlungisi ‘Professor’ Ngubane has argued that swapping two players and cash for the 21-year-old attacker is unreasonable, especially since he believes Phili's style of play is unsuitable for the Naturena club.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
8	Gimnastica Segoviana	4	2	0	2	8	7	1	6	W L L W
9	Real Avila	4	2	0	2	5	5	0	6	W W L L
10	CF Talavera de la Reina	4	1	2	1	3	5	-2	5	W D D L
11	Albacete B	4	1	2	1	7	11	-4	5	D L W D
12	Navalcarnero	4	1	1	2	5	7	-2	4	L D W L

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