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The journey has come to an end for the 2020/21 Nedbank Cup winners, as the third-tier outfit failed to cause an upset against the Sea Robbers. For the Buccaneers, the journey to a season quadruple is alive as they now chase the cup lost to bitter rivals, Kaizer Chiefs, last season and the Premier Soccer League title. Amakhosi, the defending champions, were knocked out of the competition by Stellenbosch.

Wrexham legend Paul Mullin has taken aim at his former club and admits that his departure from Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's club was tough to take. The striker was sent out on loan to Wigan Athletic at the start of the season but returned in January. He has now secured another move away to Bradford City and will spend the rest of the campaign with the League One side.

Lads, it's still Tottenham! Manchester United had failed to beat Spurs in their last seven games but earned a 2-0 victory to stay in control of fourth spot in the Premier League and make it four wins in a row under Michael Carrick. The win was helped by a first-half red card for Cristian Romero and, unlike against Everton three months ago, they made the extra man count.

While opinion was divided on the decision itself, Tottenham fans were left universally fuming following yet another red card for club captain Cristian Romero against Manchester United on Saturday. The Argentine was dismissed before the half-hour mark at Old Trafford after launching into a reckless challenge on Red Devils midfielder Casemiro and crunching down on the Brazilian's ankle.

Marc Skinner's side continued their unbeaten start to 2026 in the Women's Super League with a deserved victory over Leicester at the King Power Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Swedish star Zigiotti Olme was key to United's win, with a goal and an assist, while super-sub Terland made the game safe late on with yet another strike against the struggling Foxes

The midfielder finds himself in an Amakhosi side that has struggled to supply players to the South Africa national team, while teammates Inacio Miguel and Glody Lilepo have also lost their places in the Angola and DR Congo teams, respectively. However, the 22-year-old has remained in contention at international level under the watch of Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos.

La Liga champions Barcelona have issued a statement to confirm they have officially pulled out of the European Super League. The Catalan giants were one of the original 12 clubs to sign up to the controversial project and are one of the last to leave, leaving bitter rivals Real Madrid as the only remaining team still in support of the ill-fated scheme.

Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez has revealed how he has been inspired by Frank Lampard. The Argentina international has ramped up his goal output this season for the Blues and has revealed he has been watching videos of the former midfielder and learning plenty from the club legend. Lampard remains Chelsea's all-time top scorer after netting 211 goals for the club during his 648 appearances.

The Soweto giants appear to boast improved defences this season, with their shot-stoppers also earning praise for being solid between the sticks. Their performances have inevitably sparked debate over who stands out as the best so far this term. A legendary former goalkeeper has now weighed in with his view which could also further fuel the debate.

Cristiano Ronaldo is being tipped to leave Al-Nassr in the summer transfer window if Liverpool star Mohamed Salah makes the switch to the Saudi Pro League. The Portugal superstar's future at the club is currently in doubt amid a protest against the Public Investment Fund (PIF) over transfers which has seen Ronaldo left out of his club's last two league matches.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has urged Liverpool to change the terms of their loan agreement for Harvey Elliott. The midfielder swapped Anfield for Villa Park in the summer on a temporary deal which includes a clause that ensures a purchase option is triggered if he makes 10 appearances for the Midlands club. Emery admits the clause means he's been reluctant to use Elliott and is hoping a new agreement can be found.

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has been brutally mocked by his own players after taking a bad touch during the Carabao Cup semi-final clash with Arsenal in midweek. The Blues boss tried to control the ball after it sailed out of play at the Emirates Stadium, but his failed attempt sent it ballooning in the opposite direction away from the pitch. Rosenior has now revealed his players have not let him live the moment down.

GOAL gives you the details to follow the Soweto giants as they remain in Durban for clash with their opponents from Limpopo at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday. They are keen to reclaim the trophy they last won in 2024 and missed out on an opportunity for a third straight title last season when they finished as runners-up. The Buccaneers are also bidding for this trophy for the 11th time and edge closer to Kaizer Chiefs who have won it 14 times.

Pep Guardiola's future at Manchester City has been in the spotlight this season amid increasing speculation that the 55-year-old is currently preparing to end his long stay at the Etihad Stadium. The City manager is contracted to the Premier League club until the summer of 2027 but has been tipped to walk away from the job at the end of the 2025-26 season.

Chelsea legend John Terry has taken aim at Arsenal's players after their midweek win against Chelsea secured a place in the Carabao Cup final. Kai Havertz scored late on at the Emirates to complete a 4-2 aggregate victory over the Blues and send the Gunners to Wembley. Mikel Arteta's side will now take on Manchester City in the final as they aim to win their first major silverware since 2020.

Barcelona presidential candidate Victor Font has warned the club's sporting director Deco that he will remove him from his job if he takes charge of the Blaugrana. Font has spoken out about his plans if he ousts Joan Laporta from office and does not want Deco involved, although he does want Hansi Flick to remain as first-team coach for the Catalan giants.

With half-time approaching and Liverpool losing 1-0 to Newcastle United, Anfield was already bracing itself for another disappointing defeat in this most trying of seasons. In the space of 138 seconds, though, Hugo Ekitike changed the entire mood on Merseyside. The Frenchman's first goal - a near-post finish from Florian Wirtz's clever cutback - may have been crucial, but it was his second strike that sent the fans into a frenzy.

Real Madrid star Rodrygo has sustained a hamstring injury and faces a period on the sidelines, in the wake of his Champions League suspension. The Brazil international was shown a red card during their 4-2 defeat to Benfica and will subsequently be absent from the rematch between the two sides.

Enzo Fernandez has hailed manager Liam Rosenior's impact since becoming Chelsea manager, with the Argentina midfielder hailing a new-found freedom in attack. The Blues currently sit fifth in the Premier League table, just one point behind fourth-placed Manchester United.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has sent a glowing farewell message to Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain after the 32-year-old trained with the club ahead of his move to Celtic. The former England international is set to seal his switch to Celtic Park as he prepares to undergo a medical and has been wished well by the Gunners manager.

Kylian Mbappe has sent a bailiff to Paris Saint-Germain to demand €5.9 million from his former employers, with the club now facing a deadline of eight days within which to pay the striker. The Ligue 1 giants have already paid out €55 million (£48m/$65m) of a €60.9m (£53m/$72m) settlement.

After the disappointment of being runners-up last season and having their arch-rivals Kaizer Chiefs end their run of two successive triumphs in this competition, the Buccaneers are keen on reclaiming this trophy this season. They come up against their Limpopo opponents, who were the champions of this tournament in 2021.

Teams in the Premier Soccer League are chasing the CAF Confederation Cup ticket for the 2026/27 edition by virtue of winning the annual competition. It is promising to be a competitive assignment as top dogs are also hoping to win the cash prize as well as the glory associated with the competition. In the last three editions, the tournament has been won by the Soweto giants.

Chelsea Women have confirmed manager Sonia Bompastor has signed a new contract with the club which will run until 2030. The 45-year-old led the Blues to a domestic treble during her first season in west London, but this new deal comes despite her side sitting 12 points behind Women's Super League leaders Manchester City after Sunday's 5-1 defeat to their title rivals.

Sergio Ramos has reportedly offered himself to Marseille as he bids to find a new team. The former Real Madrid centre-back left Mexican side Monterrey on a free transfer after just 12 months with the club and is now seeking pastures new as he bids to continue his career elsewhere.

Chelsea left-back Marc Cucurella was ambushed again by West Ham star Adama Traore after their fracas during the London derby at Stamford Bridge. The Spanish pair appeared on a chat show in their native country and an awkward reunion followed.

The South Africa international has been plying trade abroad since his exit from Mzansi in the 2022/23 campaign after shining for Masandawana in his debut season. The 24-year-old is currently in South Africa to mourn the passing of his keen a couple of days ago. This is after losing their mother a few months ago.

The Soweto giants were eliminated from this prestigious knockout tournament right at the first attempt to defend it after they were crowned champions last season to end a decade-long trophy drought. To lift this premier knockout competition in South Africa last term, they had to eliminate Mamelodi Sundowns and then beat the Buccaneers in the final.

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