Junior Dion was the Abafana Bes'thende hero yet again, while newly promoted Stallions move up the table with a credible draw against Rise and Shine. Meanwhile, on Tuesday night Khalil Ben Youssef finally ended the wait for his first win, guiding his side past Kruger United. Elsewhere, the Rockets showed their fighting spirit by coming from behind to sink Gallants, while the Chilli Boys battled their way to a valuable point on the road.
Ex-Buccaneers defender is on the verge of completing a surprising move to North Africa following the collapse of talks with African champions. The Nigerian international has been searching for a new home after his brief stint with Stellenbosch came to an end during the current transfer window.
Masandawana have reportedly offloaded Jody February, with the goalkeeper joining the Bloemfontein-based club on a season-long loan deal. The 30-year-old shot-stopper heads out in search of regular first-team football after falling down the pecking order and enduring a frustrating period on the sidelines at Chloorkop.
Bucs fan favourite has officially broken his silence following his departure from the Soweto giants, sharing a heartfelt message with the Ghost after sealing a move to Al Khaldiya SC. The 28-year-old playmaker leaves a significant void in the Buccaneers' midfield as he prepares to embark on a new adventure.
Bucs coach has opened up about his tactical decision to omit two high-profile stars from his starting line-up during the midweek league action. The Moroccan tactician opted for a fresh look as the Buccaneers continue their relentless pursuit of silverware across multiple domestic fronts this season.
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.
The Buccaneers tactician has spoken candidly about his strained relationship with outgoing midfielder Patrick Maswanganyi. The Soweto giants’ boss suggested that the player's lack of discipline and coachability ultimately cost him a place in the South Africa squad for the recent FIFA World Cup.
Babina Noko second-in-command Paulus Masehe believes his side still have a card to play after two consecutive defeats against the Buccaneers. Both teams are set to face off against each other in the MTN 8 semi-finals second leg on Saturday, with the coach eying a possible upset at Orlando Amstel Arena to reach the final.
The Buccaneers tactician has hailed the impact of the new signing, suggesting the midfielder is destined to become a cornerstone of his tactical system. The 23-year-old has enjoyed a seamless transition to the Soweto giants since his arrival late in the transfer window.
Babina Noko assistant coach Paulus Masehe has jumped to the defence of his head coach following his late dismissal during the club's PSL clash with the Buccaneers. The encounter ended in a 2-0 defeat, but it was the late drama on the touchline that dominates the post-match talking points.
The Buccaneers climbed to the summit of the league table after securing a crucial win at home against Babina Noko. The Soweto giants claimed the win with goals from one of their development products and a Bafana Bafana star.
The Buccaneers faithful were rocked by the news on Monday as the Soweto giants confirmed a deal had been struck with Alkhaldiya Sports Club, finally putting an end to the transfer saga that had kept the midfielder’s future at Mayfair hanging in the balance. With the move now official, the former Bucs mentor has shared his thoughts on the decision, offering his perspective on the lucrative opportunity awaiting Tito.
Downs' mentor has lauded the immediate impact of the highly-rated attacker following the forward’s return to Chloorkop. The South African international has hit the ground running in his second stint with the Brazilians, proving that home is truly where the heart is after a difficult period abroad.
The new Buccaneers recruit has lifted the lid on his move to the Sea Robbers, describing the interest from the club as a significant confidence builder. The Zambian international has hit the ground running at Mayfair, proving to be an instant hit with the Bucs faithful.
The Brazilians defender believes the Tshwane giants have surmounted their MTN8 setback against Golden Arrows and have turned their attention towards the midweek Premier Soccer League fixture against AmaZulu. The 31-year-old player is upbeat ahead of the home meeting, claiming his side do not concede defeats back-to-back.
The Buccaneers fans were treated to their first glimpse of the Norwegian forward during the club's recent MTN8 semi-final triumph. However, despite the excitement surrounding his arrival, football legend Mlungisi Ngubane has warned that the striker still has a mountain to climb to justify his recruitment.
GOAL brings you all the available details on the Premier Soccer League encounter between the Buccaneers and Babina Noko at the Orlando Stadium in Soweto. This is the second of three meetings between these two sides in a week, with Pirates having won first leg of the MTN8 semi final 1-0 on Saturday.
After the 28-year-old was left out of the Buccaneers squad to face Sekhukhune over the weekend, head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou indicated it was not his decision to do so. That set off the rumour mill which quickly figured out Tito was in the midst of a transfer to the Middle East. The Soweto club have now confirmed his departure and destination.
Buccaneers former star Steve Lekoelea has launched a scathing attack on the playmaker, accusing the midfielder of showing blatant disrespect to the club amid intensifying transfer rumours. The 28-year-old was a notable absentee during the Sea Robbers' recent MTN8 semi-final clash, sparking fears that his time in Soweto is coming to an abrupt end.
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.
Former Brazilians defender Japie Motale has exhorted the club’s fans to focus on the long-term vision of head coach Miguel Cardoso at Chloorkop and not only see the team’s early results of the new campaign. The Tshwane giants recorded their first defeat of the season on Sunday, in the MTN 8 semi-finals, prompting murmurs from many supporters online.
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 Abafana Besthende tactician has showered praise on his players following their crucial away win over the Brazilians in the MTN8 semi-final first leg on Sunday. The boss believes his team’s strong mentality played an important role in their success, but feels his side could have scored more goals in they had been more efficient in transition.
The Buccaneers Orlando Pirates attacker has been urged to refine his professional approach as he prepares for a potential move away from the Soweto giants. With interest mounting from abroad, local legend Mlungisi Ngubane believes the playmaker’s success will depend entirely on his mental application.
The Buccaneers tactician has admitted he is taking a cautious approach with his star winger following his return from the World Cup. The Bafana Bafana international has yet to complete a full 90 minutes this season, as the Soweto giants look to avoid a mounting injury crisis at the club.
In the wake of his side's 1-0 loss to Golden Arrows the Brazilians' coach refused to be drawn on the rumours they are in the market for a right back to fill the void left by the 31-year-old player's long term injury.
The Chloorkop-based outfit were dealt a blow on Sunday afternoon in the first leg of the MTN8 semi-final against a resilient Durban side under the guidance of Pitso Dladla, who had already masterminded Kaizer Chiefs’ elimination in the quarter-finals. The Tshwane giants’ head coach has reflected on the result, highlighting where things went wrong.
The hunt for the elusive MTN8 trophy continues to prove a hurdle for the Brazilians, who fell short in their own backyard against Abafana Bes’thende in the first leg of the semi-final. The Tshwane giants will now travel to Durban for the second leg, hoping to overturn the deficit and keep their hopes of reaching the final alive.
Masandawana coach has delivered a sobering assessment of the club’s young attacker's recent struggles, citing a lack of consistency as the primary reason for his reduced role. The Portuguese tactician is now determined to ensure that the new arrival does not fall into the same trap as he adapts to life at Chloorkop.
