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Durban City vs TS Galaxy, Nedbank Cup Final

Durban 2-1 Galaxy: 'Parker wanted to fool the nation; Next time this cup should only have Pirates, Chiefs & Sundowns'

With everything at stake in the Ke Yona final, the Rockets bore the burden of expectation as they aimed to steady a disappointing Premier Soccer League campaign and relive their greatest moment in the competition, lifting the trophy at Moses Mabhida Stadium against Kaizer Chiefs in 2019, back when they were still in the First National Division. On the other side, the league newcomers embraced a golden opportunity to write their names into the history books and end KwaZulu-Natal’s long wait for silverware, with a chance to reignite the province’s cup pedigree.

Miguel Cardoso, Mamelodi Sundowns

Cardoso on 'Downs goal struggles - 'No one should forget we broke the record of the league'

The Portuguese mentor has played down any suggestion that the Tshwane giants are playing second fiddle to Orlando Pirates in the goalscoring stakes. While the Buccaneers currently boast a superior goal difference to the Brazilians, the Masandawana coach remains adamant that clinical consistency and a relentless focus on maximum points will be the true decider in the wide-open league title race.

Andre de Jong, Orlando Pirates vs Casric Stars, February 2026

De Jong targets World Cup in Pirates spirit

The Buccaneers forward has revealed that standing for the Soweto giants on the global stage is his ultimate ambition, as he aspires to secure a place with the All Whites for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 29-year-old, who joined the club in January, is hoping to carry his club domestic form into the international arena as his national team prepares for a challenging group stage in North America.

Relebohile Mofokeng and Marcelo Allende, Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns

How Sundowns rejected Pirates star Mofokeng

The Brazilians are known for snapping up the best talent in South Africa, but they will be kicking themselves after details emerged of how they let a future superstar slip through their fingers. The Ghost's midfield sensation is now the talk of the PSL, yet his career could have taken a very different path at Chloorkop.

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Standings

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PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
8Wolves FC crestWolves FC93241419-511
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L
L
D
L
9Gold Coast United FC crestGold Coast United FC82151117-67
L
L
D
L
L
10Magic United TFA crestMagic United TFA9216626-207
L
L
D
L
W
11Brisbane Roar FC Youth crestBrisbane Roar FC Youth92071024-146
L
L
W
L
W
12Rochedale Rovers crestRochedale Rovers91261125-145
L
D
D
L
L
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History

Manchester United, often simply referred to as "United," are one of the most iconic and successful football clubs in the world, based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England. The club was founded as Newton Heath LYR Football Club in 1878 by the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway depot at Newton Heath. The team changed its name to Manchester United in 1902 and moved to its current home, Old Trafford, in 1910.

Famous players

Manchester United have been home to some of the greatest footballers in history. Sir Bobby Charlton, a World Cup winner with England in 1966, is arguably the most iconic figure in the club's history. Other legendary players include George Best, known for his flair and skill, and Eric Cantona, who brought a winning mentality to the club during the 1990s. More recent stars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, and Paul Scholes have also contributed significantly to the club's success.

Honours

Manchester United are one of the most decorated clubs in English football, having won a record 20 Premier League titles (formerly the First Division). They have also lifted the FA Cup 12 times, the League Cup five times, and the UEFA Champions League three times. The club's dominance in English football was particularly evident during the 1990s and early 2000s under manager Sir Alex Ferguson.

Managers

Sir Alex Ferguson is undoubtedly the most successful manager in Manchester United's history. He spent 26 years at the club, leading them to an unprecedented era of success. Before Ferguson, managers like Matt Busby and Wilf McGuinness played crucial roles in shaping the club's identity. More recent managers, including David Moyes, Louis van Gaal, and José Mourinho, have faced the challenge of maintaining the club's high standards.

Stadium

Old Trafford, often referred to as the "Theatre of Dreams," is one of the most famous stadiums in the world. With a capacity of roughly 75,000, it is among the largest football stadiums in the United Kingdom. The stadium has hosted numerous major matches, including UEFA Champions League finals and FIFA World Cup matches.

Location

Manchester United are based in the city of Manchester, which is located in the northwest of England. The club's home ground, Old Trafford, is situated in the Trafford borough. Manchester is a major industrial city with a rich footballing heritage.

Owners

In February 2024, British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe's company, INEOS, acquired a significant 25% stake in Manchester United. This acquisition granted Ratcliffe sporting control over the club, placing him in a position to influence key decisions related to its operations.

Ratcliffe has already made a substantial financial commitment to Manchester United. His large investments demonstrate his dedication to the club's success and his willingness to provide the necessary resources for its growth.

Frequently asked questions

Brentford were founded in October 1889, in West London’s Hounslow area. Initially, the local sportsmen formed the club to provide a permanent football or rugby team for the town. As fate would have it, 13 votes split 8-5 in favour of association football gave birth to the Brentford Football Club.

Matthew Benham, a British businessman and lifelong supporter of Brentford, is the owner of the club.

Brentford’s home ground is the Gtech Community Stadium, located in Brentford, West London. It was completed and opened in September 2020, replacing the club’s old Griffin Park ground. The stadium is a multi-purpose venue, hosting both football and rugby matches.

The Gtech Community Stadium has a capacity of 17,250 seats.

Brentford are yet to win any major honours as a top-flight side.

Brentford haven't lifted an English top-flight title so far, with their best campaign being a fifth-place finish in the 1935-36 season.

Brentford legend Ken Coote is the club's all-time leading appearance maker with 559 appearances to his name, which came between 1949 and 1963.

With 163 goals in 282 games in all competitions, Jim Towers is Brentford's all-time top goalscorer. Towers spent seven seasons at the club between 1954 and 1961.

David Raya, Christian Eriksen, Ivan Toney, Ollie Watkins, Tony Craig, and Ken Coote are among the biggest names to have played for Brentford.

Steve Perryman, Thomas Frank, and Harry Curtis are some of the most famous managers to have been in charge of Brentford.

Their nickname was a happy accident. When a group of Borough Road College students cheered for Brentford players with the chant "Buck up, Bs," a journalist misheard it as "bees." This mistake eventually became the team's iconic nickname, The Bees.