The Glamour Boys came into the fixture at Suez Canal Authority Stadium in Ismailia just needing a draw to progress. They fell 2-1 to Zamalek and exited the CAF Confederation Cup at the group stage. Now, as the dust settles, fans have taken to social media to vent their feelings over the result and Amakhosi's performance.
The Glamour Boys recovered from a poor start in Group D to come into the fixture at Suez Canal Authority Stadium in Ismailia with a good chance to progress but succumbed 2-1 to the White Knight and were eliminated from the competition. It was a result that did not sit well with Brian Baloyi who lashed out at the club's management.
The Glamour Boys recovered from a poor start in Group D to come into the fixture at Suez Canal Authority Stadium in Ismailia with a good chance to progress. For the White Knight, the only option was to secure maximum points to be sure of advancing as pool winners regardless of the outcome between Al Masry and ZESCO United.
Although much has been expected from the 22-year-old, he has ended up attracting more criticism than praise. After wasting quite a number of chances against Stellenbosch in a Nedbank Cup encounter, his performance was again negatively scrutinised. But there is hope for the South African star; he has been tipped to become a top goal scorer and even a dependable Bafana asset.
The battle for the number one spot continues to heat up, with the Soweto side holding the advantage while Masandawana juggle their CAF Champions League commitments. The man who once starred for the Bucs has shared insights into what sets this season apart for the Mayfair side, explaining why his former team could be strong contenders to clinch the PSL title.
As Amakhosi players chase titles on the pitch, their supporters have been reminded of their cardinal role and warned against following what others do. The Bafana Bafana legend has explained why the fans should not be so negative against the players and said the fans need to be responsible.
Since the announcement of changes to the biennial tournament, the governing body has been putting out fires, repeatedly trying to reassure stakeholders and clarify what the new era will look like for the tournament. Recently, rumours emerged again that the next edition could be postponed, owing to the unpreparedness of the host countries.
Although it is their first participation in this competition, the Soweto giants swept past preliminary opponents to reach the group stage. Now, they are a touching distance from the quarter-finals, as they are set for the final group game, sitting top of the table. A draw will be enough for Amakhosi, but if they are defeated, they will rely on ZESCO United to beat or hold Al Masry.
The Group D leaders face the White Knights at Suez Canal Authority Stadium in Ismailia, Egypt, without some key players. Inacio Miguel is out injured, while another versatile defender, Aden McCarthy, is suspended. The Glamour Boys' technical team has to come up with an effective plan to ensure they don't suffer defeat.
Amakhosi will face the Egyptian heavyweights, knowing that at least a draw will guarantee them a spot in the CAF Confederation Cup quarter-finals. It will not be easy though, as The White Knights need a win too, to book their place in the knockout rounds. The two heavyweights of their respective countries do battle in Ismailia, Egypt on Valentine's Day.
Amakhosi will face the Egyptian heavyweights, knowing that at least a draw can help them reach the quarter-finals. Three back-to-back wins should act as a morale booster for the Soweto giants, who are also on top of the table before the do-or-die clash on Valentine's Day. If ZESCO United manage to hold Al Masry to a draw, that will be a positive outcome for Chiefs, as they will automatically advance to the next phase regardless of the result of their own game.
The former Cape Town City striker realised his dream of donning the famous Black and Gold jersey at the beginning of the season. The Bafana Bafana forward is among the experienced heads at the Soweto giants who are aiming at pushing for both the domestic and continental glory in the ongoing edition. But with injuries and lack of goals hampering his impact, the possibility of being returned to his parent club looms nearer.
The Glamour Boys make a trip to Egypt for a critical CAF inter-club competition against the White Knight. Amakhosi have won their last three games in the pool, explaining why they come into the fixture full of confidence. However, the hosts will not want another defeat at home following their loss to ZESCO United recently.
The Tunisian came on board at the start of the 2024/25 campaign, poised to help the Glamour Boys realise their potential. However, just after a year later, he was shown the door by the unforgiving Amakhosi management despite helping the Soweto giants end their decade-long trophy drought. The club explains why his deputies were spared.
The Bafana Bafana international has not had it easy with the Glamour Boys' supporters since the elimination from the domestic competition. He has been a target of a section of the fans, especially on social media, for failing to take the opportunities created, which, in the end, cost the team dearly.
Amakhosi's team manager has addressed fan frustrations with the club's lack of activity in the mid-season transfer window by claiming they needed to protect team harmony and pointing out they have off-season transfer recruits who are yet to feature in the Black and Gold.
The Amakhosi goalkeeping department seems to have stabilised together with the defence, making it difficult for opponents to breach the Soweto giants. That solidity at the back is expected to make the Glamour Boys strong, giving them a chance of winning at least a piece of silverware this 2025/26 season.
The two traditional rivals are set for the first meeting this season in the South African top-tier which could affect the race for the crown. The first fixture is about three weeks away, and the fans in Mzansi are looking forward to the derby. Interestingly, both sides are strongly challenging for the title.
The Amakhosi and Bafana Bafana legend was speaking as a club ambassador at their Carling Black Label partnership launch when he dismissed suggestions that any side that beats The Brazilians to the title when the team is in turmoil will not have the right to believe they are the best team in the country.
Following an unexpected but amicable parting between the Sea Robbers and the Nigerian defender, speculation was rife on where the centre-back would head next. Now it appears that the 28-year-old will remain in South Africa's top flight despite rumours of options in North Africa.
As Amakhosi endure a low rate of conversion of created chances into goals, the 22-year-old found himself on the receiving end of criticism for clear opportunities missed against Stellies. The wasted chances proved costly for the Soweto giants as they dropped from the competition and lost a trophy they won last season. Given that Chiefs are hunting for trophies, Shabalala, as one of the playmakers, needs to improve and help the team achieve their ambitions.
The Glamour Boys return to Egypt for yet another continental test against former champions in the CAF inter-club tournament. The Soweto Giants began their group stage campaign with a loss to Al Masry, but this time around, they will be in the North African country as a motivated team, as they top the table.
The combative midfielder has been one of the Glamour Boys' key players since joining them from Stellenbosch three years ago. He has served the Soweto giants under different tacticians, with the highlight being the last edition, where he was among the squad that won the Nedbank Cup, Amakhosi's first trophy in a decade.
It seems like the defending Premier Soccer League champions are set to start preparations for the new campaign as soon as possible. They have already identified their target, who has massive experience in the South African game despite his tender age. The versatile attacker has been linked with a move to the Soweto giants.
The Soweto giants appear to be feeling the pinch of a crammed schedule as they try to balance responsibilities between domestic responsibilities and continental duties. It is something one of their coaches is now complaining about, as he suggests his players' fitness is being affected.
After coming through Amakhosi development ranks, the 32-year-old centre-back went on to forge a professional career elsewhere, passing through Chippa United, Bidvest Wits and Stellenbosch FC. Now he is back at the Soweto giants where he has turned himself into a key player and is one of the team captains.
Amakhosi face a stern test of character as they seek to prove they have what it takes to reach the knockout stages of the continental competition. They travel to Egypt knowing that a single point will be enough to secure progression to the next round. A former club winger has now made a stark prediction about their chances of getting the job done.
Although Amakhosi have been quite impressive in their campaign, one major issue has been affecting them: a lack of enough goals. The Soweto giants top their CAF Confederation Cup group and are firmly in the Premier Soccer League title race. However, their attacking department has been under scrutiny due to low output in converting the chances created.
The Glamour Boys head to the Cairo International Stadium this weekend as favourites to advance from their pool in the CAF inter-club competition. The Soweto giants have registered three back-to-back wins that have seen them go top of the table in the continent's second-tier competition. But they will need at least a draw to get the last-eight ticket.
The Glamour Boys have defied the odds in 'the Group of Death' to lead the race for the CAF inter-club quarter-final ticket after a poor start. The Soweto giants are on 10 points in their pool after the latest win and third in a row, conceding once and scoring four goals in the process. However, the Green Eagles coach wasn't happy with the loss in Mzansi.
