The former Black Leopards and Stellenbosch star had been struggling to make an impact in the Amakhosi squad but he is now being held in high esteem by the Tunisian coach. He is being described as one of the most important players at Naturena, something that gives him pressure to prove beyond any reasonable doubt.
The forward, who is on loan from CR Belouizdad, might spark debate about his ability to read the situation while in the thick of things during a match. But that leaves him needing to prove that he should not be judged by just one incident which threatens to make some forget about his goal-scoring capabilities.
The Buccaneers wideman has not been the same player who took the Premier Soccer League by storm last season, but the national team coach retains trust in him. The Belgian coach explains why he has not lost faith in the 20-year-old who is pushing to go to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals with the national side.
The Soweto giants' forwards struggled against AmaZulu goalkeeper Darren Johnson, who was solid between the sticks on an evening he saved a penalty and pulled off some crucial saves. It was two points dropped at home by Amakhosi who have now gone for three successive Premier Soccer League games without winning.
The Buccaneers are enjoying an incredible run of form that has seen their coach write his own piece of history to be counted among some of the iconic former tacticians of the club. This is despite the former Fulham defender still being in the early phase of his life at the Soweto giants.
The 20-year-old winger has been struggling to replicate the form that saw him being the player who took South African football by storm in the last two seasons. But his coach says he has a plan to protect the South Africa international who has been linked with a move overseas. The wideman is in a period where he has to prove wrong those criticising his form.
Amakhosi were among the busiest sides in the transfer window, and what influenced their choices for new signings has been revealed. The ability to withstand criticism and pressure, especially on social media, is one of the traits the club considered while drafting their transfer list, according to their coach.
After finding itself receiving heavy criticism after Bafana were punished, the football association is staring at yet another tough case. The delay in conclusively dealing with appeals involving players has now emerged as another challenge SAFA is facing as the local players union says enough is enough..
SA found themselves in hot water following Mokoena's appearance against Lesotho, who complained and brought the matter to FIFA's attention. After the ruling, the FA official says he has been vindicated because he helped restore the game's integrity.
The 20-year-old missed last weekend's CAF Confederation Cup match against Lioli FC and the Buccaneers recorded a big win in his absence. That brings into question about his importance in the team and his contribution this season. Now battling fitness issues, the Transnet School of Excellence graduate is in a season he has to defy some odds staked against him.
SA finally learnt of FIFA's ruling in the case that involved the suspended Bafana Bafana midfielder. The deduction of points comes with the qualifiers set to conclude in October, putting Hugo Broos' boys in a very complicated position despite the hard work that took them to the top of their group.
The attacking midfielder is currently recuperating from a recent injury that has already ruled him out of upcoming Bafana games. Although Cardoso is confident of Zwane's quick recovery, he has called for patience and said the club is cautious about his situation.
The recent performance has increased the fans' hopes that indeed their club can go on and challenge for coveted titles, including the PSL and CAF Champions League. Bucs will be looking to extend the winning run when they host TS Galaxy for a league match on Tuesday at Orlando Stadium.
The forward has established himself as one of the key players of his current club, and this is the reason he was massively linked with Amakhosi. Although he did not sign for the Glamour Boys in the last transfer window, he maintains his dream to play for one of the PSL heavyweights is valid.
Before the second-leg encounter, reports emerged that the tactician had referred to the Premier Soccer League side as an overrated club. In what was seen as an act of revenge on these sentiments, every time Bucs scored, Abdeslam Ouaddou celebrated towards the Lioli technical area.
The relationship between Kaizer Chiefs and their head coach, Nasreddine Nabi, appears to be over, although the club has yet to make this official. The Tunisian coach is on the verge of mutually parting ways with Amakhosi following a lack of trust between the two parties and licensing issues.
Analysing the coach's tactics and the output by every player that gets minutes to play, the legend has predicted the Soweto giants will be a force to reckon with this season. Bucs have a good start in the continental campaign and in the league; their momentum has picked up despite a slow start.
Despite signing for Bucs when his career was overshadowed by off-pitch reports of indiscipline, the Bafana Bafana star has settled well with the Soweto giants. In fact, he has established himself as a key first-teamer in the short period he has been with the club.
Thabiso Motloung lets rip at the 'ugly' situation the Brazilian found himself in and wonders how the global football governing body and clubs will navigate a world where players can unilaterally tear up their contracts and move on.
The Bucs Moroccan coach questioned whether the No10 role was suitable for the 20-year-old but was coy on the transfer speculation surrounding the youngster.
