The Amakhosi star has no intention of walking away from Naturena despite a challenging campaign that saw him struggle for consistent game time. The former Cape Town City star is prepared to fight for his place under a new technical regime as the Soweto giants prepare for a massive overhaul ahead of the 2026/27 Premier Soccer League season.
Amakhosi are preparing to make a grand return to the African stage, with the club making it clear they have no intention of simply making up the numbers in the CAF Confederation Cup. After securing a third-place finish in the Premier Soccer League, the Glamour Boys are ready to use their continental ticket as a launchpad for a new era of dominance.
The Soweto giants are reportedly set to part ways with the 35-year-old at the end of June as his two-year contract at Naturena reaches its conclusion. Former Amakhosi midfielder has weighed in on the looming exit, suggesting that the club is making the correct call regarding the veteran attacker.
Former Amakhosi winger has pulled no punches in his assessment of the club's reported decision to appoint the new head coach. The outspoken analyst believes the Glamour Boys are stuck in a cycle of poor decision-making that will hinder their ability to compete with rivals Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates.
The Soweto giants have reportedly ramped up their pursuit of a new tactical mastermind to lead the charge into the Premier Soccer League 2026/27 campaign, with a familiar face now firmly established as the frontrunner for the hot seat. Following an extensive cull of the technical team at Naturena, Amakhosi are hunting a heavyweight coach capable of awakening a sleeping giant and restoring the club to its former glory.
The Soweto giants' pursuit of African dominance might have been a case of running before they could walk, according to the departing co-coach. Following his exit from Naturena, the Burundian tactician has candidly addressed the high expectations placed upon the technical team during their tenure.
Former Amakhosi co-coach Cedric has finally addressed the mounting speculation regarding a potential rift between himself and former head coach Nasreddine Nabi. Following a season of significant upheaval at Naturena, the Burundian tactician has moved to clarify the nature of his relationship with the man who originally brought him to the club.
The Soweto giants attacker has broken his silence following a taxing 2025-26 campaign that saw him struggle for consistency and clinical finishing. After a year defined by limited opportunities and vocal criticism from the Amakhosi faithful, the forward is choosing to focus on the personal growth gained through his professional adversity.
The Amakhosi co-coach has offered a candid assessment of the club’s season, insisting the Glamour Boys were genuine title contenders for large parts of the campaign. He believes Chiefs consistently pushed the log leaders and remained firmly in the mix until a late-season dip slowed their momentum. Despite that setback, the Burundian tactician feels there is plenty to take forward, highlighting there's lessons picked and how they can be done differently going forward as the team looks to mount a stronger and more sustained challenge at the summit in the future.
Amakhosi are reportedly putting plans in place to bolster their attacking options ahead of what promises to be a gruelling 2026/27 season. The Soweto giants have identified a new target within the Premier Soccer League as they prepare for a return to continental football.
Amakhosi have officially signaled their intent to modernise their administrative structure by confirming a high-profile appointment to lead the club’s business operations. The Soweto giants are preparing for a return to continental football and have opted for a familiar face to steer the ship during this transitional period.
The Amakhosi midfielder insists the Soweto giants are finally hitting their stride after a season of steady growth in the Premier Soccer League. The creative spark, popularly known as ‘Mshini’, believes the Glamour Boys have turned a corner after sealing a top-three finish to secure a return to continental competition.
The year is 2024 and the former Morocco captain had started to forge a career in coaching at club level after cutting his teeth with a controversial spell at Algeria's national team. At the beginning of that season he landed one of the biggest club jobs in African football with Congolese giants AS Vita Club. But it did not last long as he sensationally quit a few months later in a televised post-match press conference here in South Africa.
Baloyi has delivered a stinging reality check to the Naturena faithful, insisting that a third-place finish in the Premier Soccer League is simply not good enough for a club of such stature. While finishing in the pack secures a return to continental competition, the former Amakhosi goalkeeper believes fans shouldn't be fooled by a cosmetic resurgence, warning that the chasm between the Glamour Boys and the league's elite remains embarrassingly wide.
The Glamour Boys co-coach has remained tight-lipped regarding his long-term future at Naturena despite securing continental football for the Soweto giants. Alongside Cedric Kaze, the Tunisian tactician has guided Amakhosi to a guaranteed third-place finish in the Premier Soccer League, marking the club's best league performance in over five years.
CAF Confederation Cup qualification was hanging in the balance coming into this game, the stakes couldn’t have been any higher. In a dramatic twist, one of the forgotten Glamour Boys stars rose from the shadows to stamp his mark when it mattered most, etching his name back into the hearts of the supporters. The Soweto giants dug deep and showed real character to script a strong finish to the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League campaign, sealing their place on the continental stage in style with two games left.
The Soweto giants are set for a high-stakes showdown with the Chloorkop outfit, a clash that could define their pursuit of continental football. With the race for a CAF spot reaching boiling point, Amakhosi star Thabo Cele has issued a bold warning, insisting the Glamour Boys are ready to snatch all three points from Masandawana as they look to secure third place.
The Amakhosi defender has insisted that the Glamour Boys cannot afford any complacency as they prepare for a vital encounter against the Bloemfontein-based outfit. With the race for continental qualification reaching its boiling point, the 25-year-old is adamant that the Soweto giants must build on their recent Derby performance to secure maximum points.
The Amakhosi defender has opened up on the dramatic transformation at Naturena, insisting that a steadfast commitment to their core principles has paved the way for their recent success. As the Glamour Boys prepare for a high-stakes Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates, the centre-back highlighted how stability in the dugout has finally translated into results on the pitch.
The Glamour Boys began the Premier Soccer League season with high hopes, competing on multiple fronts, including the CAF Confederation Cup and Nedbank Cup, but their campaign quickly unravelled, leaving them battling for a top-eight finish. However, the Naturena-based outfit has since turned things around in impressive fashion, reigniting their push for a return to African continental football, and Ben Youssef has opened the lid on the transformation.
With Amakhosi's form on a downward spiral, much of the blame has focused on their co-coaches, Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze. This has led to speculation around who is next for the Naturena hotseat. One of those names belongs to the 46-year-old Bosnian who is remembered in South Africa for his stint at TS Galaxy and his feud with Rhulani Mokwena.
The Sporting Director's interview with 947's MSW has seen a steady drip of headlines hit the media. From defending the money spent on transfers, to learning lessons from arch rivals Orlando Pirates, the 44-year-old has covered a lot of ground. However, the most eye-catching statement so far has come in the form of his acceptance of accountability for results on the pitch.
The Glamour Boys' supporters have grown increasingly restless, having initially given the co-coaches the benefit of the doubt after an early promise. Now, trust in those at the helm has worn thin. Ahead of the crucial Soweto Derby, one of Amakhosi coaches has openly stated that a victory would not only secure three points but also help appease their fans.
