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The 31-year-old was in inspired form last weekend, pulling off big saves that helped the Glamour Boys get a point against old rivals Bucs. It was the first time they avoided defeat against the Sea Robbers after losing the initial six league derbies consecutively.

Manchester United will be wearing a different front-of-shirt sponsor than usual in Monday's Premier League match against Brentford in order to raise funds for the fight for health around the world.

The spoils were shared at the FNB Stadium as the Soweto giants clashed in a high-stakes Premier Soccer League encounter on Sunday afternoon. As expected, both teams gave their best on the pitch, but in the end, neither got the bragging rights.

The clash pitting the South African top-flight heavyweights was the highlight of the weekend. Bucs, who were seen as favourites to extend their dominance over the Glamour Boys, ended up dropping points, a result seen as a setback to their title ambitions. However, an ugly scene occurred before the teams clashed on the pitch as security personnel clashed, leading to a protest by Amakhosi.

Mathis Albert became the youngest American to make his Bundesliga debut on Sunday as the 16-year-old winger came off the bench for the final moments of Borussia Dortmund's 4-0 win over Freiburg. Albert had previously been named to the bench three times, but was officially handed his Bundesliga debut in the 88th minute of Sunday's match.

The Premier Soccer League title has taken an interesting turn with the leading sides dropping points. Earlier, Orlando Pirates were held to a 1-1 draw by Kaizer Chiefs in a Soweto Derby showdown. Masandawana, thereafter, failed to take advantage to go to the top, but they have a game in hand that they can win and return to the summit of the PSL table.

There was plenty at stake in the Soweto Derby, not just bragging rights but unfinished business for Amakhosi after being heavily beaten in the last meeting between the two sides in February. The Buccaneers, meanwhile, had their eyes firmly on the bigger picture as the title race reaches its business end, knowing maximum points and a healthy goal tally could prove crucial in their push for league glory.

Although eyes are firmly on the Premier Soccer League title race between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates, there are other stakes to be fought for by other teams across the table. Kaizer Chiefs are eyeing a top-three finish that will hand them a CAF Confederation Cup ticket as other teams battle for top-eight finishes.

The Sea Robbers are taking giant steps towards winning the title as the defending champions, the Glamour Boys, fell after a long period of an unbeaten streak again. However, the Bucs' lead has been reduced, which means the title race is unlikely to be a smooth-sailing journey for the log leaders.

The 20-year-old South African defender was rested ahead of a challenging run of cup and league matches and watched from the bench as his fellow countryman got his first start of the season. Dithejane joined Mbokazi on the bench after a disappointing hour of play with his side one goal to the good.

Mikel Arteta has hit out at officiating in the Premier League, claiming that "the world would be different" if his Arsenal side were granted the red card decisions he believes they deserve. Despite the Gunners moving three points clear at the top of the table on Saturday, the Spaniard was left fuming over a controversial call involving Newcastle goalkeeper Nick Pope.

Barcelona starlet Lamine Yamal has sent an emotional message of thanks to team-mate Fermin Lopez following a touching goal celebration tribute during the Blaugrana's win over Getafe. The teenage sensation has been ruled out for the remainder of the domestic season, but his presence was still felt as the Catalan giants moved a step closer to the Liga title.

Inter Miami’s glittering new home, Nu Stadium, is still waiting for its first victory party after Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez failed to break a frustrating deadlock against the New England Revolution. Despite having a staggering goal-scoring pedigree between them, the legendary strike duo couldn't find the decisive touch required to secure three points in front of an expectant Floridian crowd.

As strikers like Iqraam Rayners and Junior Dion battle for the Golden Boot award, the Bucs centre-forward has struggled to score on a more regular basis. Although his goal output is low, head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has trusted him more, starting the striker more regularly than Evidence Makgopa and Boitumelo Radiopane.

The Brazilians are in desperate need of maximum points as they face the Natal Rich Boys this weekend in a must-win game. In the midweek assignment against Stellenbosch, at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium, it ended 1-1, explaining why the defending champions can't afford to drop more points.

The Soweto giants have been in form recently, explaining why this Sunday's outing is promising to be a thrilling encounter for both the players, the fans, and Mzansi at large. The Bafana Bafana international will be aiming at inspiring Amakhosi to their first win over Bucs following six consecutive losses in the country's top-flight football.

The last time the arch-rivals met, the Sea Robbers claimed a commanding victory, and on Sunday, both go into the game enjoying an impressive run. This is a game that will be followed keenly with the wider football fraternity because its result can have a huge effect on the title race.

Pep Guardiola has admitted his Manchester City stars are "so, so tired" following their emotional battle with Arsenal. Ahead of the FA Cup semi-final against Southampton, the City boss expressed concerns over the thick Wembley grass and the risk of season-ending injuries.

Mikel Arteta has challenged Bukayo Saka to inspire Arsenal to Premier League glory as the winger prepares for a timely return from an Achilles injury. With the title race entering its final weeks, the Gunners boss is banking on his talismanic forward to provide the decisive impact required to overcome Manchester City in a neck-and-neck battle for the trophy.

Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa was left incensed after a controversial late equaliser saw his side drop vital points against Real Betis on Friday night. The result effectively hands the Liga title to arch-rivals Barcelona, but the Madrid boss insists the decisive goal should have been disallowed for a foul involving former Manchester United winger Antony.

William Saliba has issued a rallying cry to his Arsenal teammates, urging them to show total commitment as the Premier League title race enters its final five weeks. Following back-to-back defeats that saw a significant lead evaporate, the Frenchman insists the squad must embrace the pressure to avoid another second-place finish at the Emirates Stadium.

Napoli reignited their Serie A campaign with an emphatic 4-0 victory over Cremonese at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on Friday. Former Manchester rivals Scott McTominay and Kevin De Bruyne both found the net alongside Rasmus Hojlund to ensure Antonio Conte’s side issued a perfect response following their recent title-race setback.

Real Madrid’s pursuit of La Liga glory was left in tatters on Friday night as a 94th-minute equaliser from Hector Bellerin secured a 1-1 draw for Real Betis. The result leaves Alvaro Arbeloa’s side eight points behind leaders Barcelona, who could now extend their advantage to double figures with just a handful of domestic fixtures remaining.

The Glamour Boys have rediscovered their form in a critical time when there are just a couple of rounds remaining to conclude the campaign. They are currently unbeaten in their last six games, where they have collected 16 points from a possible 18.

The traditional rivals are at it again this weekend in South Africa's biggest Premier Soccer League fixture at the FNB Stadium. A lot is at stake for both the Buccaneers and the Glamour Boys as the season reaches its penultimate stage.

The coaches of respective sides are scratching their heads over who they should select for the high-stakes encounter on Sunday. Given that Bucs need a win to remain in the tight league title race, Amakhosi also need points as they chase a top-three slot. This means the coaches will select their strongest line-ups, but the Chiefs' tactician has acknowledged a headache in one particular department.

There has been a never-ending debate about the introduction of technology in South African top-flight football to reduce human error and controversial decisions. The management and the game's managing body in Mzansi have now been given an ultimatum to implement it.

The Soweto giants are set for another crunchy and exciting fixture this weekend in the South African top-flight outing. Both sides are desperate for maximum points to achieve their respective targets for the season.

The temperatures are fast rising as the highly anticipated derby moment approaches. This is one of the very consequential matches of the season, not only because of the history it carries but also because of the impact it would have on the title race. The Sea Robbers target more points from the derby, while the Glamour Boys would want to avoid another defeat.