In a statement released on Monday, the Premier Soccer League released the dates, kick-off times and venues for the MTN8 quarter-finals and announced a tournament launch will take place on Wednesday, August 5, at the SuperSport Studios at 18:30.
The Bloemfontein outfit was held to a draw by the Rockets, who fought back to earn a point. In another encounter, Rise and Shine edged the Natal Rich Boys to get their campaign off to a winning start and secure maximum points. Meanwhile, Cedric Kaze claimed the early bragging rights over Khalil Ben Youssef in the reunion of the former Amakhosi co-coaches. AmaZulu secured all three points against Steliies. Elsewhere, Abafana Bes'thende and the Chilli Boys were forced to settle for a goalless stalemate.
Amakhosi's head coach has urged supporters to remain grounded despite his side securing a convincing 3-1 victory over Kruger United. Chiefs began their Betway Premiership campaign in style on Saturday night, but the new man at the helm believes there is still significant work to be done at Naturena.
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has returned to the matchday squad and is among the substitutes for the Herons’ Eastern Conference matchup against the Columbus Crew. Messi hasn’t appeared for the South Florida side since Argentina’s World Cup final defeat on July 19. His international teammate Rodrigo De Paul, however, has slotted straight into the starting XI.
The French coach got his tenure off to a flying start after Amakhosi claimed an impressive 3-1 victory over the newly promoted side at Mbombela Stadium as the hunt for glory begins. The Soweto giants sent a massive statement to their title rivals with a ruthless display that showed their attacking intent.
The opening day of the Premier Soccer League got underway without the goal rush many had expected, as teams struggled to find the back of the net. Cedric Kaze wins first round against Khalil Ben Youssef in the Amakhosi reunion. A second-half penalty proved decisive for Usuthu, while Abafana Bes'thende and the Chilli Boys had to settle for a share of the spoils after playing out a draw. Elsewhere, Richards Bay, Polokwane City, Siwelele and TS Galaxy will all be eager to kick off their campaigns on a positive note as they battle for valuable opening-day points.
The defending Premier Soccer League champions gave the newcomers a harsh welcome to top-flight football, cruising to a comfortable 2-0 victory to begin their title defence in emphatic fashion. Delivering a composed performance from start to finish, they wasted little time in sending a strong message to the rest of the league, making their intentions for the 2026/27 campaign abundantly clear from the opening weekend.
The opening day of the Premier Soccer League got underway without the goal rush many had expected, as teams struggled to find the back of the net. A second-half penalty proved decisive for Usuthu, while Abafana Bes'thende and the Chilli Boys had to settle for a share of the spoils after playing out a draw. Attention now turns to another intriguing fixture, where former Kaizer Chiefs co-coaches will go head-to-head from opposite sides of the touchline. Elsewhere, Richards Bay, Polokwane City, Siwelele and TS Galaxy will all be eager to kick off their campaigns on a positive note as they battle for valuable first match points.
Tottenham secured a dramatic 2-1 pre-season victory over London rivals Chelsea at Accor Stadium despite playing almost the entire second half with ten men. Richarlison poked home a last-minute winner after Xabi Alonso's side had dominated the contest following Kevin Danso's controversial sending off.
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