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Current Pirates better than 2002/3 league champions

Former Buccaneers forward Jimmy Kauleza has offered a fascinating insight into the internal dynamics of the club, suggesting the current squad has surpassed the legendary 2002/03 league winners. While the early 2000s era featured some of the most iconic names in South African football, Kauleza believes a lack of unity prevented them from reaching the heights seen in the modern era.

GOAL's Video Channel: fan views, analysis, press conferences & interviews

Our local South African video channel has all the latest Mzanzi soccer videos from Amakhosi, Buccaneers, Masandawana and the rest of the PSL teams.

Ouaddou needs to show treble wasn’t Riveiro’s leftovers – ‘Now the coach must prove who he really is’

Buccaneers legend Albert "Bashin" Mahlangu has issued a stern challenge to current head coach, insisting the Moroccan tactician must now step out of the shadow of his predecessor. Despite a historic treble-winning debut campaign, questions remain regarding how much of that success was built on the tactical foundation left by Jose Riveiro.

Pirates legend urges players to 'use muti the right way' to avoid injury and loss of form

South African football icon Albert Mahlangu has issued a warning to current Premier Soccer League players, suggesting that the dark arts of muti are behind sudden declines in form and injuries sustained. The former Buccaneers star believes that professional footballers must take proactive steps to protect themselves from teammates who may be using traditional medicines maliciously.

Don't spend R82 million on PSL VAR says The Hanging Judge - 'Soccer politicians should stay out of it'

Former PSL and FIFA referee Dr. Errol Sweeney has delivered a scathing assessment of the proposed R82 million introduction of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in South African football. The veteran official, famously known as "The Hanging Judge," believes the multi-million rand investment is unnecessary and that the true solution to officiating woes lies in structural independence rather than expensive gadgetry.

Is Ben Youssef already leading the sack race?

The Tunisian is facing an increasingly uncertain future at Durban City as pressure continues to mount following a sluggish start to the new campaign. The 37-year-old, who arrived with high expectations after his stint at Amakhosi, is now finding himself under the microscope as the club's winless start to the season persists.