Inter Playa del Carmen Overview

Ban Bafana! Hlungwani is wrong! Broos turning SAFA into banana association full of salary thieves - Fans

The South African national team and the country's football governing body have barely had a chance to catch their breath amid growing backlash from Mzansi football faithful. From the manner in which the travelling squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup was trimmed, to a visa debacle that delayed the team's departure to Mexico, and now a blunder during Friday evening's international friendly against Nicaragua at Orlando Amstel Arena, controversy continues to cloud preparations. What should be a period of excitement and anticipation ahead of the global showpiece has instead been overshadowed by a succession of off-field own goals, with incompetence once again taking centre stage.

Mthetheleli Mthiyane, Stellenbosch FC, August 2025

PSL transfer rumours: Mthiyane & Zulu to Pirates

Check out the latest transfer news and rumours from Amakhosi, Buccaneers, Masandawana, the rest of the PSL teams and South African players and coaches plying their trade abroad.

Mokoena fatigue debate justified ahead of WC - 'The level is different'

A former Orlando Pirates star has voiced growing alarm over the physical condition of the CAF Champions League-winning star, as South Africa gears up for their historic global showpiece. The Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder has been pushed to the limit across a demanding blend of domestic and international commitments, with a gruelling schedule sparking growing fears of burnout even before the tournament kicks off.

Relebohile Mofokeng and Marcelo Allende, Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns

Sundowns urged to make Mofokeng move - 'Why not?'

A Masandawana legend has urged the Brazilians to bolster their squad with local talent rather than scouring the globe for expensive imports. The former midfielder believes that the 21-year-old Orlando Pirates star is the perfect candidate to take the African champions to the next level.

Abdeslam Ouaddou, Orlando Pirates, December 2025

Pirates urged to 'break the bank' to keep Ouaddou

Bafana Bafana legend Sibusiso Zuma has issued a stern warning to the Buccaneers, urging the Soweto giants to do whatever it takes to retain their Premier Soccer League winning coach after he hinted at a potential departure in the wake of their title win.

Saleng replacement identified – ‘He plays exactly like him’

The Buccaneers may have already secured the long-term successor to Monnapule Saleng following the star winger's high-profile move to Mamelodi Sundowns earlier this year. Former Amabhakabhaka forward James Mothibi is adamant that the Soweto giants have a ready-made replacement waiting in the wings in the form of teenager Thapelo 'Sugar' Duiker.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Orlando Pirates	30	21	6	3	58	12	46	69	W D W W D
2	Mamelodi Sundowns FC	30	20	8	2	57	21	36	68	L W D W W
3	Kaizer Chiefs	30	15	9	6	33	19	14	54	L W W D L
4	AmaZulu FC	30	13	8	9	32	28	4	47	W L D D W
5	Sekhukhune United	30	11	11	8	32	27	5	44	D D L W D