Rise and Shine tactician has come forward to clarify the mystery surrounding his star player's recent absence from the matchday squad. The Bafana Bafana defender has been heavily linked with a high-profile move away from the club in the ongoing transfer window.
Benson Mhlongo has added his voice to the growing debate surrounding the winger’s turbulent tenure at Chloorkop. The 28-year-old’s commitment has come under intense scrutiny following revelations of disciplinary breaches and unapproved absences from first-team duties.
The Rockets tactician has expressed immense pride in his players despite suffering a heart-breaking last-gasp defeat at the hands of the Brazilians. The home side appeared to be on course for a positive result at the Mbombela Stadium before late goals from the Pretoria giants turned the tie around.
The Brazilians head coach has singled out Sphelele Mkhulise for special praise after his dramatic intervention secured a 3-2 victory over TS Galaxy. The midfielder emerged as the hero at Mbombela Stadium, netting twice in the dying minutes of the match to ensure Masandawana opened their PSL campaign with three points.
Masandawa survived a big scare from The Rockets after leaving it until stoppage time to secure a victory in a five-goal thriller. Sphelele Mkhulise came off the bench to bag a brace and secure maximum points for the Tshwane giants as they begin their Premier Soccer League 2026/27 journey.
Former Amakhosi star has delivered a stern set of instructions to the new defender as the Bafana Bafana international begins his journey at Naturena. The 27-year-old arrived with a big reputation but has found himself on the fringes during the opening weeks of the 2026/27 campaign.