The Brazilians striker has broken his silence regarding his challenging stint in abroad, insisting that his difficult time in Belgium and North America was not a reflection of his ability. The 25-year-old has returned to Chloorkop looking to reignite his career after a frustrating period where he felt his potential was not fully utilised by his former employers.
The Buccaneers tactician has hailed the meteoric rise of his defender, who was handed a maiden Bafana Bafana call-up. The youngster’s inclusion in Pitso Mosimane’s squad marks a significant milestone in his career following a standout domestic campaign.
The Bafana Bafana playmaker netted his fourth goal for his Belgian club in his first ever match in European competition. On 17 minutes he showed his pace to latch onto a ball over the top and calmly slotted home the opener in a 3-0 win away from home against the Czech side.
Former Al Ahly mentor has provided a key update on the final piece of his technical team puzzle as he prepares for his first matches back in the national hot seat. While his core staff is already in place, the hunt for a new goalkeeper coach continues behind the scenes at SAFA House.
We can all read the Premier Soccer League log table and quickly see where teams are in the standings. But points earned, goals scored, and conceded, are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to identifying clubs that are over or under performing as there is a wealth of underlying data that measures teams' performance in different areas of the pitch.
There is always a score to settle when these two sides meet, and this encounter was no different, with both teams putting up a strong fight in an entertaining contest. However, head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou’s approach proved more effective on the night, leaving Khalil Ben Youssef with plenty to ponder after his side squandered several clear chances in the first half.
The South African tactician has laid down a marker regarding the future of the Royale Union Saint-Gilloise star, earmarking the sensation as a cornerstone of his national team blueprint. The former Al Ahly mentor appears ready to afford the 21-year-old a far more prominent role than Hugo Broos ever did, fast-tracking the youngster to spearhead Bafana's charge toward the 2030 World Cup.
The former Mamelodi Sundowns coach has come out firing in defense of his squad selection, particularly regarding the inclusion of an Orlando Pirates forward. The new Bafana head coach believes the striker has been unfairly treated by critics and deserves his place in the national setup.
The newly appointed South Africa coach had whittled down his initial 35-man selection to a core group of 30 who will do duty against Guinea on September 26 at home, Eritrea away on September 30 and against Egypt in an international friendly on October 4.
Bahlabane Ba Ntwa tactician has wasted no time in making his presence felt at his new club, launching a scathing rebuttal against his former employers. The 55-year-old coach finds himself at the centre of a heated contractual dispute following his sudden move to the South African top flight.
The Buccaneers tactician has signalled that the club’s transfer business may not be finished yet as they look to navigate a gruelling domestic and continental schedule. The Soweto giants have already seen high-profile departures this window, but the tactical mastermind is hopeful for further reinforcements before the deadline.
GOAL brings you all the available details on the Premier Soccer League encounter between the Buccaneers and the Citizens at the Orlando Stadium in Soweto. Abdeslam Ouaddou's men need three points against a stubborn opponent to keep pace with the early pace setters Mamelodi Sundowns.
Amakhosi have been hit by a significant double injury blow ahead of their upcoming Betway Premiership fixture against Golden Arrows. The club confirmed on Wednesday that both captain Brandon Petersen and in-form forward Wandile Duba will be unavailable for the trip to Mbombela Stadium.
Junior Khanye has sensationally claimed that Amakhosi's head coach is not at the level to lead the club to silverware. Despite an unbeaten start to the Betway Premiership campaign, the former Glamour Boys midfielder believes the French tactician is far too focused on defensive stability over attacking intent.
With the former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly coach hitting the ground running at Bafana, a handful of players are raising their hands to be considered for the squad in the near future. A Mamelodi Sundowns star and several Orlando Pirates players are amongst the names knocking hard on the door of the South African senior men's national team.
The striker's highly anticipated return to South African football has yet to spark into life, leaving many fans and pundits questioning his role at Downs. Having spent years in France with RC Strasbourg, the Bafana Bafana international was expected to dominate the Betway Premiership, but he currently finds himself on the periphery of the first team.
Former Gallants head coach has sensationally hit out at the club's hierarchy following his ruthless dismissal just five matches into the new Betway Premiership season. The experienced tactician, who arrived with high expectations after a successful stint at Polokwane City, has broken his silence to reveal the internal frustrations that led to his departure.
The Amakhosi prospect is determined to use the international stage as a springboard for his professional breakthrough at the Soweto giants. Having been named in the Amajita squad, the talented midfielder is looking to follow the blueprint set by recent academy graduates who successfully transitioned to the senior ranks.
Amakhosi are facing a major selection dilemma in goal after their captain’s latest high-profile error cost the Glamour Boys valuable points against Polokwane City. The veteran shot-stopper is under heavy fire from former players and fans alike as the Soweto giants struggle for consistency between the sticks.
The 27-year-old forward’s future has become a major talking point following his recent departure from Tunisian giants Esperance de Tunis. The South African international is currently a free agent, with his availability sparking plenty of interest and talk of a potential return to the Premier Soccer League.
The Masandawana shot-stopper believes the growing interest in the 29-year-old midfielder highlights the quality within the Tshwane giants’ ranks. With the Brazilians preparing for a historic global showdown, the goalkeeper has now weighed in on reports fuelling speculation over his star teammate’s potential lucrative move to the Middle East.
Former Amakhosi boss Muhsin Ertugral has leaped to the defence of the under-fire goalkeeper following a string of high-profile errors in the Premier Soccer League. Despite mounting pressure on the Soweto giants’ technical team to make a change between the sticks, the veteran tactician insists that stability is key for the Glamour Boys.
The 22-year-old centre-back has expressed his relief at the recent coaching change within the national team setup. The defender believes a fresh start under the South African tactician will finally allow him to showcase his abilities on the international stage after a frustrating period of stagnation.
The Brazilians' captain has expressed his immense excitement ahead of the upcoming international cup final, admitting he gets goosebumps just contemplating the scale of the fixture. The African champions are set to host Saudi giants Al Ahli at Loftus Versfeld in a clash that promises to be an attacking spectacle for the Pretoria crowd.
Columnist Lerato Mkhondo takes on officiating standards in South African domestic competitions. After weeks of acrimony and controversy in the 2026/27 season, she argues there is only one cure to the problem until VAR is finally implemented. Let the referees explain themselves.
Abdeslam Ouaddou's comments on showboating have stirred up a hornets' nest of opinions amongst former players, pundits and fans. While most approve the coach's message in pursuit of trophies, many are happy for their entertainment to be delivered by any means possible.
The Soweto giants' legend has spoken out regarding the club's decision to sanction a loan move for a Zimbabwean international. The winger has returned to Marumo Gallants on a season-long deal just months after arriving at Mayfair, sparking debate among the Buccaneers faithful.
Steve Lekoelea has waded into the debate surrounding head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou’s hardline stance against showboating. The former fan-favourite revealed that he frequently disregarded tactical instructions regarding flair during his playing days to satisfy the paying supporters.
The Zimbabwean has rapidly emerged as the most lethal marksman in South African football, lighting up the Premier Soccer League with a sensational run of form for Usuthu. As the 23-year-old tops the goalscoring charts, his representative has revealed the psychological steel and humble beginnings that have fuelled his rise to stardom.
The South American star has admitted that the pain of losing the league title has served as a catalyst for the squad. After seeing their dominant streak snapped by their rivals, the Chilean insists the Pretoria club are more determined than ever to sweep domestic silverware.
