Sinolwetu Tompela

After a decade of waiting, dreaming, and relentless pursuit of a second star, the South African giants have finally ended the long drought. Miguel Cardoso and his charges rose to the occasion, delivering the coveted African championship crown to the Masandawana faithful in a historic triumph that ended years of near misses and restored continental pride.

The former PSL coach has offered his verdict on the national team’s goalkeeping debate ahead of the global showpiece, insisting there is very little to distinguish the leading contenders. The experienced tactician believes the race for the back up goalkeeper spots remains finely balanced, adding that the quality gap between the current Kaizer Chiefs and Siwelele goalkeepers is virtually non-existent.

The Buccaneers’ captain has paid a heartfelt tribute to the club’s devoted supporters following their historic Premier Soccer League title triumph. The Sea Robbers clinched the championship after a tense battle with Mamelodi Sundowns, capping off an incredible season that also saw them lift the MTN8 and Carling Knockout Cup. With the loyal fans backing the Mayfair-based side throughout, their unwavering support proved a major boost for the players on their way to a memorable campaign.

The Amakhosi youth academy graduate has opened up on the mixed emotions following his historic senior debut for the Glamour Boys. Despite etching his name into the record books as the youngest goalkeeper to feature for the Naturena-based side in the Premier Soccer League, the 18-year-old shot-stopper remains a true perfectionist at heart.

The Soweto giants have finally scaled the mountain top of South African football, ending the title drought that had lingered for over a decade. The Buccaneers clinched the Premier Soccer League crown with a solid win over Orbit College, with celebrations following at Mbombela Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

The Buccaneers' shot-stopper has solidified his place in the club’s history books after a magnificent season that saw the Sea Robbers end a long wait for league glory. Despite shattering records and playing a pivotal role in a historic treble success, the 29-year-old netminder remains grounded when his name is mentioned alongside the club’s greatest-ever icons.

South Africa legend has thrown his support behind the Orlando Pirates prodigy, backing him to step into a leading role for the national team on the world stage. The 21-year-old has enjoyed a breakout domestic season and is now being tipped as a key figure in Hugo Broos’ plans, with expectations growing that he could become a central presence in the senior setup.

History was written on the final day of the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League season as Abdeslam Ouaddou’s bold prediction that the title would go down to the wire came full circle, with his side firmly in control of their destiny. Orbit, as expected, pushed the Buccaneers all the way in a tense, high-stakes battle, but the contest took a dramatic twist as costly own goals from Orbit handed the Buccaneers a crucial advantage on the scoreboard, swinging momentum firmly in their favour.

Bafana Bafana captain is dreaming of more than just silverware as his side prepares for the Champions League final second leg against AS FAR. The Masandawana shotstopper believes a victory in Rabat would provide a much-needed emotional boost for the entire South African nation.

The Chloorkop outfit are within touching distance of continental immortality, but the Raja Club Athletic coach has cautioned the South African side that the real battle is only just beginning. While Masandawana head into the second leg brimming with confidence after their first-leg win at Loftus Versfeld, they must now endure a baptism of fire in North Africa if they are to cross the finish line and complete the job.

With all eyes on the final second-leg clash against AS FAR in Morocco and history within reach, the Tshwane giants are not only chasing continental glory but looking to push beyond Africa after securing a narrow first-leg lead, determined to finish the job and secure their place at the top table of global club football.

Masandawana have reportedly finally departed for Morocco after a tense 24-hour delay over landing permit issues threatened to disrupt their CAF Champions League final preparations, with the squad initially stranded at OR Tambo International Airport before clearance was eventually secured.

Former Masandawana star Thabo Nthethe has sent a firm warning to the Portuguese coach ahead of the club's high-stakes Champions League final second leg against AS FAR. Despite the veteran centre-back returning from suspension, the legendary defender believes disrupting the current backline partnership would be a fatal mistake for the Brazilians.

South Africa's road to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations has been mapped out following the official qualifying draw. Bafana will have to navigate an interesting group if they are to secure their spot at the tournament hosted across East Africa.

Former Kaizer Chiefs mentor believes a changing of the guard is finally sweeping through South African football as the domestic season races towards a dramatic climax. The experienced tactician insists the Sea Robbers are well-positioned to land the league title and end years of dominance from their rivals at Chloorkop, although he warns it will be anything but straightforward, with a tough challenge awaiting them on the final day of the campaign.

The former Premier Soccer League coach has thrown his weight behind the Tshwane giants as they look to conquer Africa this weekend. The veteran tactician believes the Brazilians have what it takes to navigate a treacherous second-leg trip to Morocco and finally add a second star to their crest.

The Soweto giants captain has fired a defiant rallying cry to the Sea Robbers faithful, insisting the Buccaneers remain firmly on course to end their long wait for league glory. Despite a frustrating stalemate in their final home outing, the skipper maintains that the dream of lifting the Premier Soccer League crown is still very much alive and within reach.

The Tshwane giants stand on the cusp of continental immortality, and a towering figure from the club’s golden era has thrown his weight behind the cause. After grinding out a slender first-leg advantage, the current Portuguese mentor expressed heartfelt appreciation for the backing of the legendary former Masandawana coach.