The Egyptian giants boss has officially set his sights on reaching the final of Africa’s premier club competition, as they kick off their continental campaign. The South African tactician is preparing his squad for a crucial preliminary round tie against Kenyan side Gor Mahia this weekend.
The Brazilians tactician has identified squad depth and the ability to handle a congested fixture list due to continental competition as the defining factors in this season's Premier Soccer League title race. As the Tshwane giants battle for supremacy against the Buccaneers and a resurgent Amokhosi, the Portuguese coach believes the upcoming continental schedule will test the true mettle of the league's heavyweights.
The Tshwane giants’ mentor has thrown his weight behind his captain, highlighting the qualities that make the Bafana Bafana star such a crucial figure for Masandawana. The 34-year-old goalkeeper was once again at his best in the victory over Milford FC, delivering a standout performance and demonstrating his ability to thrive under pressure.
The Brazilians legend Harris "TV-4" Choeu has thrown his weight behind his former club to secure glory in the upcoming MTN8 final against high-flying Buccaneers. The former assistant coach believes Chloorkop’s finest have the edge, though he admitted that stopping the Soweto giants' recent momentum will be a significant challenge.
The Tshwane giants are navigating a gruelling fixture schedule, juggling their league commitments with the MTN8 final and a glamour FIFA Intercontinental Cup encounter. While the Portuguese mentor has voiced his frustration and called for better planning to accommodate the congested schedule, he has now accepted that the fixture list is unlikely to change, leaving the Brazilians to find a way to manage the demands and keep competing on all fronts.
The Brazilians’ defeat to Golden Arrows left a sour taste among the Masandawana faithful, particularly after dropping points on home soil. The result prompted sections of the support base to question the Portuguese coach's tactics and selection, with some fans feeling the 54-year-old did not field his strongest possible XI and therefore lacked a clear intent to take control of the tie. Cardoso, however, has addressed the criticism, suggesting that the supporters need to show more faith and trust in the reigning African champions as they look to overturn the deficit in the second leg.
The Moroccan tactician took charge of his 50th match with the club in their 2-0 Premier Soccer League win over Sekhukhune on Tuesday night. The win took them clear at the summit of the league but was more noteworthy for the record it brought for the coach just over a year after his appointment.
Buccaneers former midfielder Eugene Zwane has issued a stark warning to the tactician regarding the club's offensive output. Despite a strong start to the season, Zwane believes the lack of a clinical finisher could derail the Sea Robbers’ ambitious quest for both domestic dominance and continental silverware.
CAF Champions League-winning coach Miguel Cardoso has acknowledged the challenges facing the experienced forward, backing the striker to rediscover his clinical touch despite a difficult start with the Brazilians. The 30-year-old has struggled for regular minutes and goals since arriving, but his coach remains confident that his breakthrough is close.
The Masandawana head coach has issued a staunch defence of the Portuguese playmaker following his unconvincing start to the season. The 54-year-old tactician pointed to the ongoing transfer window as a major distraction, suggesting the uncertainty surrounding the market is taking its toll on several members of his star-studded Tshwane squad.
The South African coach's side opened their campaign with a 3-0 trouncing of Ghazl El Mahalla and already top the table after just one match. It was enough for former Zamalek star Tarik Yahya to declare the trophy is theirs to lose.
The CAF Champions League winners have been dealt a huge blow following the news that the star defender will be sidelined for at least half of the 2026/27 campaign. The Bafana Bafana international suffered a complete rupture of his Achilles tendon during a recent league encounter against Marumo Gallants.
The veteran defender has expressed his delight following the return of Cassius Mailula to the Chloorkop outfit. The versatile attacker has reunited with the Brazilians after a challenging period abroad that saw him travel across three different continents in search of regular football.
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.
After returning from the World Cup with Bafana Bafana, the 22-year-old made it clear he saw his future away from Chloorkop. After several failed bids from various clubs around Europe, FC Copenhagen finally reached The Brazilians evaluation of the player and a deal was done.
The South American star has dropped a significant hint regarding his future, suggesting that his time at Chloorkop may be drawing to a close. Despite the Chilean playmaker remaining a central figure at Masandawana, he has openly addressed the possibility of this being his final campaign in South Africa.
Stellenbosch FC confirm that winger Devin Titus has moved to Maghreb Fes FC after the Moroccan club activated his release clause. The 25-year-old will join his former teammate in North Africa as the champions prepare to defend their domestic crown and embark on a quest for CAF Champions League glory.
The Amakhosi head coach has expressed his deep frustration regarding the timing of the club's upcoming blockbuster fixture against the Brazilians. Despite coming off a morale-boosting 2-0 victory over Sekhukhune United, the French tactician believes the scheduling has put his side at a distinct disadvantage.
The Brazilians legend Teko Modise has jumped to the defence of the club's decision to bring the former Stellenbosch man to South Africa from Europe. While some fans have questioned the move to sign the winger from Austrian side SV Ried, Modise insists the deal is part of a much larger global strategy.
The Bafana Bafana centre-back has highlighted the emotional impact of the departure and the huge void left behind by the Namibian striker. After trading Chloorkop for a high-profile move to Tanzanian giants Young Africans, the striker leaves behind more than just his goals, with his presence in the Masandawana changeroom set to be sorely missed. Nevertheless, the 31-year-old defender remains confident that the PSL’s all-time top scorer will continue to thrive in the next chapter of his career.
The Soweto giants are being backed to finally end their long wait for continental glory and add a second star to their badge. A former Buccaneers midfielder believes the Sea Robbers have what it takes to emulate the recent African success of rivals, the Tshwane giants.
The Tshwane giants' goalkeeper is facing calls to be removed from the firing line in order to protect his long-term fitness. After a relentless schedule for both club and country, experts believe the decorated shot-stopper is finally showing signs of physical and mental fatigue.
The Brazilians are widely expected to maintain their dominance on the continent as they prepare for another assault on the CAF Champions League. The team’s former midfielder Roger Feutmba believes the reigning champions possess the necessary quality to secure back-to-back titles in Africa's premier club competition.
The Buccaneers head coach has sent a clear message to his attacking department, demanding a massive improvement in front of goal following a sluggish start to the new campaign. Despite securing passage to the MTN8 semi-finals, the Moroccan tactician was left venting his frustrations over a perceived lack of clinical edge within the squad.
The Masandawana head coach has delivered a sobering injury update regarding two of his most vital first-team stars. The Brazilians are set to be without the services of the pair for a significant period following post-season surgical procedures.
Following reports that the 25-year-old Cassius Mailula had been spotted in Pretoria, the club confirmed on Saturday that the forward will return to the CAF Champions League winners as Miguel Cardoso’ side looks to add more firepower to their attack. The clinical striker is set to begin a second chapter at Chloorkop, hoping to reignite his career after a challenging spell abroad.
Buccaneers captain Nkosinathi Sibisi has provided an update on the arrival of new Norwegian striker, expressing total confidence that the forward will elevate the team to a new level. Despite the excitement surrounding his marquee move to Soweto, the club is still managing his integration into the first-team setup.
South Africa's participating clubs discovered their opponents in the preliminary rounds of continental competition for the 2026-2027 season after the draw ceremony took place at the headquarters of the Confederation of African Football in the Egyptian capital, Cairo.
