Ittihad Zagoura Overview

Reds of Msimbazi head coach has paid a glowing tribute to the 62-year-old legend, identifying the former Al Ahly boss as the primary catalyst for the increasing number of South African tacticians securing high-profile jobs across the African continent. As Barker prepares for a challenging CAF Champions League campaign in Tanzania, he believes the path blazed by Mosimane has permanently altered the perception of South African coaching talent.

The Soweto giants' explosive new arrival has wasted no time in making his mark at Naturena, delivering a stunning Man of the Match performance in his first official start. The 21-year-old winger has sent an emotional message to the club chairman, promising to fight tirelessly to restore the glory days to the Soweto giants.

It was raining goals at Seshego Stadium as Rise and Shine went toe-to-toe with Stellies in an entertaining encounter that ended in a 3-3 draw. The Chilli Boys also played out a draw with the Natal Rich Boys, while Gallants and Kruger United settled for a goalless stalemate. Meanwhile, in the KwaZulu-Natal derby, Durban City and Arrows drew 0-0 while newly promoted Milford got their first ever top flight points against Siwelele.

Stellies' coach has laid bare the selection dilemma facing his side following a frantic end to the transfer window. Despite securing high-profile additions to bolster the squad, the veteran tactician admitted that a lack of pre-season conditioning has left his new stars trailing behind the rest of the group.