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Former Amakhosi co-coach Cedric has finally addressed the mounting speculation regarding a potential rift between himself and former head coach Nasreddine Nabi. Following a season of significant upheaval at Naturena, the Burundian tactician has moved to clarify the nature of his relationship with the man who originally brought him to the club.

The Soweto giants attacker has broken his silence following a taxing 2025-26 campaign that saw him struggle for consistency and clinical finishing. After a year defined by limited opportunities and vocal criticism from the Amakhosi faithful, the forward is choosing to focus on the personal growth gained through his professional adversity.

The Amakhosi defender is ignoring the social media noise surrounding his inclusion in the Bafana Bafana squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As the only representative from the Glamour Boys to make Hugo Broos’ final cut, the 25-year-old is choosing to block out the external chatter in favour of professional focus.

Former South Africa goalkeeper coach Alex Heredia has weighed in on the 31-year-old’s shock omission from Hugo Broos’s final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Despite being considered one of the country's elite shot-stoppers, the Kaizer Chiefs man was the high-profile casualty when the Belgian named his final traveling party.