Bafana Bafana legend has thrown his weight behind the winger after the starlet completed his blockbuster move to Danish heavyweights. The 22-year-old was officially unveiled on Tuesday, finally drawing a line under the relentless speculation surrounding his future at Mamelodi Sundowns.
The Masandawana coach has backed the club’s firm stance in transfer negotiations, stressing that the Brazilians must balance individual ambitions with the need to maintain a squad capable of competing on both the domestic and continental fronts. The tactician also pointed to the perception of African talent being 'cheap' as a significant hurdle.
The Tshwane giants' centre-back has opened up on the defensive frailties that have crept into the Brazilians' game during the early stages of the new Premier Soccer League season. Despite their usual dominance, the Chloorkop-based outfit have looked uncharacteristically vulnerable when dealing with dead-ball situations across multiple competitions.
Tshwane giants' head coach has lifted the lid on the club's recent attacking struggles, identifying the forward as the transformative figure in his frontline. The 25-year-old has made an immediate impact since returning to Chloorkop, providing the clinical edge that the Portuguese tactician felt was missing during his tenure.
The Brazilians' head coach has sent a clear message to the club's supporters regarding the integration of academy prospects into the first team. Following a challenging start to the 2026/27 campaign, the Portuguese tactician has been forced to lean on the club's youth structures due to a mounting injury list and unforeseen squad absences.
The former Chiefs co-coach has opened up about the tactical frustrations that led to a 2-0 defeat to Amakhosi at the FNB Stadium on Wednesday night. The Burundian strategist saw his well-laid plans unravel during a difficult second half in the Betway Premiership.
Former Orlando Pirates star has hit out at supporters for their treatment of the 28-year-old forward following his high-profile exclusion from the Mamelodi Sundowns squad. The veteran player believes that the public narrative surrounding the attacker has become toxic and forgets the human element behind the professional athlete.
Benson Mhlongo has added his voice to the growing debate surrounding the winger’s turbulent tenure at Chloorkop. The 28-year-old’s commitment has come under intense scrutiny following revelations of disciplinary breaches and unapproved absences from first-team duties.
Hot on the heels of the news that Evidence Makgopa has been ruled out for two months with a knee injury, comes the reveal that Thalente Mbatha also has a knee injury that will, according to medical experts, probably require surgery and an extended period of rehabilitation.
The Glamour Boys' head coach has refused to let a premature exit from the MTN8 dampen the spirits at Naturena. Despite a frustrating afternoon at FNB Stadium, the French tactician remains convinced that his side is on the right path toward restoring the club's former glory.
Former Orlando Pirates right-back has issued a defiant rallying cry to the Amakhosi faithful, insisting that the squad is ready to bounce back immediately after their shock exit from the MTN8. The defender believes the recent cup heartbreak has served as a necessary wake-up call for the Naturena giants as they transition back to league responsibilities.
Amakhosi have seen their MTN8 dreams shattered following a disappointing quarter-final exit at the hands of Abafana Bes'thende on Sunday. The Soweto giants suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat at FNB Stadium, with Brandon Petersen’s individual error proving to be the decisive moment of the match.
The Brazilians tactician has addressed the growing hype surrounding the club's latest crop of academy graduates following their impressive displays in pre-season and cup competition. The Portuguese coach insisted that while he feels a duty to integrate young talent, places in the starting line-up must be earned through consistent performance rather than potential alone.
The Buccaneers coach Abdeslam Ouaddou had harsh words for his misfiring strikers following a hard-fought MTN8 victory on Saturday against 10-man Durban City. It has now been revealed that Evidence Makgopa has been ruled out for two months with a knee injury, putting pressure on new signing Sebastian Pedersen to get up to speed as quickly as possible.
Amakhosi's coach has opened up on a significant injury double-blow that hampered his side during their disappointing MTN8 exit at the hands of Lamontville Golden Arrows, with the absence of several key performers raising serious questions about the squad's readiness for a demanding schedule.
The CAF Champions League-winning head coach has shed light on the absence of the marquee signing following Masandawana's dramatic start to the 2026/27 campaign. The highly-rated attacker was a notable absentee as the Brazilians secured a narrow victory in their season opener.
Abafana Bes'thende tactician has shed light on the meticulous planning that allowed his side to dump Amakhosi out of the Wafa Wafa cup. The Durban-based outfit secured their spot in the semi-finals thanks to a disciplined defensive display and a decisive strike from Khulekani Shezi.
The Soweto giants’ new era under the bright lights of the MTN8 got off to a rocky start, both on the pitch and in the court of public opinion. Following a disappointing 1-0 quarter-final defeat to Golden Arrows, the spotlight has fallen heavily on several Amakhosi individuals, with the early-season setback already raising questions around the team’s progress.
Former Buccaneers star Tlou Segolela has offered his thoughts on the growing comparisons between himself and the club’s latest attacking sensation. The man affectionately known as 'Gautrain' during his playing days believes the new signing is well-equipped to forge his own path at the Orlando Amstel Arena.
The Brazilians' head coach has shed light on the club's tactical decision to reintegrate the 32-year-old shot-stopper into the first-team squad for the new campaign. After spending four years away on various loan assignments, the Bafana Bafana international is back at Chloorkop to provide elite competition and essential cover.
Usuthu head coach pulled no punches after watching his side crash out of the Wafa Wafa tournament in a breathtaking 4-3 loss against Babina Noko. While the Durban-based outfit showed plenty of fight to drag the contest into extra time, the Kaizer Chiefs legend was left seething at a defensive horror show he branded the worst he has ever witnessed from his squad.
The French tactician has offered a protective assessment of his squad following their disappointing exit from the MTN8 at the hands of Golden Arrows. The Amakhosi coach refused to lay blame at the feet of individuals after a narrow 1-0 defeat saw their cup ambitions ended at the first hurdle.
The Buccaneers head coach has sent a clear message to his attacking department, demanding a massive improvement in front of goal following a sluggish start to the new campaign. Despite securing passage to the MTN8 semi-finals, the Moroccan tactician was left venting his frustrations over a perceived lack of clinical edge within the squad.
Amakhosi returned to the MTN8 Cup competition after missing out for two seasons, but their comeback ended in disappointment as they were knocked out by Abafana Bes'thende. The Soweto giants were left to rue their missed opportunities in the final third, with their lack of cutting edge ultimately costing them dearly and ruling them out of the Wafa Wafa and leaving them without a domestic cup competition to compete for at this stage of the season.
The Portuguese tactician has sounded a major alarm over his side's defensive fragility despite securing progression to the next round of the Wafa Wafa tournament. The Masandwana mentor watched his side scrape through with a 3-2 extra-time win over Polokwane City, but the manner of the goals conceded has left him deeply concerned.
Babina Noko came from behind to eliminate Usuthu from the MTN8 quarter-final in a seven-goal thriller on Sunday afternoon. The Limpopo-based side joined big guns Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates in the last four of the competition.
The Citizens head coach Khalil Ben Youssef has admitted he is living on borrowed time as the pressure of the South African top flight begins to take hold. Following a heartbreaking cup exit, the former Glamour Boys co-coach revealed he is working under a strict mandate from the club’s hierarchy.
Former Orlando Pirates winger has lifted the lid on the dramatic collapse of his proposed move to the Glamour Boys. The versatile wide man looked set for a sensational switch to Naturena before a sudden intervention changed the course of his career.
The Buccaneers mentor has delivered a blunt message to his squad, insisting he is not in the business of handing out appearances for the sake of sentiment. Following a tense MTN8 Cup victory, the Moroccan coach made it clear that the pressure in the Sea Robbers' hot seat leaves no room for experimentation.
GOAL brings you all the available details on the MTN8 knockout cup game between Amakhosi and Abafana Bes’thende at the FNB Stadium in Soweto. After a two-year absence from the competition, the Soweto club will be keen to make sure they don't fall at the first hurdle.
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