Sibongiseni Gumbi, Author at MDNtv

Author name: Sibongiseni Gumbi

Sibongiseni Gumbi is a South African journalist and sports reporter at MDNtv, specialising in football, breaking sports news, player transfers, coaching developments, and major sporting events across South Africa and the African continent. His reporting focuses on delivering timely, accurate, and fact-based coverage of local and international sports while keeping readers informed about the latest developments in the game. Sibongiseni relies on official club statements, governing bodies, verified interviews, and other credible sources to ensure every story meets MDNtv's editorial standards for accuracy, fairness, and transparency. He is committed to responsible sports journalism that provides readers with reliable reporting, meaningful context, and balanced analysis. As a member of the MDNtv editorial team, Sibongiseni contributes to the organisation's mission of delivering trusted public-interest journalism while providing comprehensive coverage of the stories that matter most to sports fans across South Africa and beyond.

Pedersen Makes the Bench as Orlando Pirates Eye MTN8 Advantage

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Sebastian Pedersen on Bench as Orlando Pirates Face Sekhukhune in MTN8 Semi-Final

Sibongiseni Gumbi / August 22, 2026

Sebastian Pedersen’s long-awaited Orlando Pirates debut could finally be within reach. The Norwegian striker has been named among the substitutes

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has strongly defended striker Yanela Mbuthuma amid growing calls from supporters for him to be dropped.

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Ouaddou reveals why he stands by Mbuthuma

Sibongiseni Gumbi / August 21, 2026

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has strongly defended striker Yanela Mbuthuma amid growing calls from supporters for him to

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has explained why new Nowergian striker Sebastian Pedersen is yet to make his official debut for the club.

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Ouaddou explains Pedersen delay at Pirates

Sibongiseni Gumbi / August 21, 2026

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has explained why new Nowergian striker Sebastian Pedersen is yet to make his official debut

Newly appointed Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane has revealed plans to transform South African football by strengthening grassroots development.

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Mosimane vows to take football to South Africa’s top rugby schools

Sibongiseni Gumbi / August 21, 2026

Newly appointed Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane has revealed plans to transform South African football by strengthening grassroots development. Mosimane

Monnapule Saleng’s agent, Karabo Mathang-Tshabuse, has revealed that the Mamelodi Sundowns star’s struggles may be deeper than disciplinary issues.

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Saleng’s agent breaks silence on player’s struggles

Sibongiseni Gumbi / August 20, 2026

Monnapule Saleng’s agent, Karabo Mathang-Tshabuse, has revealed that the Mamelodi Sundowns star’s struggles may be deeper than disciplinary issues. Mathang-Tshabuse

In-form Chicago Fire winger Puso Dithejane has revealed how Robert Lewandowski is helping him improve his game.

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Puso Dithejane reveals what Lewandowski is teaching him

Sibongiseni Gumbi / August 20, 2026

In-form Chicago Fire winger Puso Dithejane has revealed how Robert Lewandowski is helping him improve his game. The 22-year-old has

Kaizer Chiefs youngster Luke Baartman says he is grateful for the faith shown in him by new coach Fernando Da Cruz and his technical team.

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Baartman grateful for Da Cruz’s belief

Sibongiseni Gumbi / August 20, 2026

Kaizer Chiefs youngster Luke Baartman says he is grateful for the faith shown in him by new coach Fernando Da

Daniel Msendami hopes his first Orlando Pirates goal will lead to more playing time this season.

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Daniel Msendami wants more chances at Pirates

Sibongiseni Gumbi / August 20, 2026

Daniel Msendami hopes his first Orlando Pirates goal will lead to more playing time this season. Msendami scored Pirates’ third

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has moved to clarify his controversial comments about the club’s supporters.

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Cardoso backtracks on Sundowns fans comments after fiery backlash

Sibongiseni Gumbi / August 20, 2026

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has moved to clarify his controversial comments about the club’s supporters. Cardoso sparked a

PSL chairman Irvin Khoza has explained why the league reduced the number of teams from 18 to 16.

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Khoza explains why the PSL reduced from 18 to 16 teams

Sibongiseni Gumbi / August 18, 2026

PSL chairman Irvin Khoza has explained why the league reduced the number of teams from 18 to 16. When the

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