It is another season that Bucs and Masandawana are expected to treat fans with an entertaining battle for the title. While the PSL heavyweights aim to collect as many points as possible, both have to play Amakhosi at one point before the season ends.
Liverpool have lost Hugo Ekitike to injury, Mohamed Salah is preparing to depart and Alexander Isak has endured fitness issues, but Michael Owen has explained to GOAL why Robert Lewandowski should not be a short-term fix at Anfield. The prolific Polish striker is preparing to sever ties with Barcelona as a free agent, and has never graced the Premier League, but the Reds are considered to have more pressing issues to address.
The Buccaneers have been doing well this season in the South African top-tier, where they are hoping to beat the Brazilians for the crown. While Masandawana have won the last eight in a row, the Sea Robbers are chasing their first crown since 2012. The 21-year-old has been in good form for the Soweto giants.
While his teammates jubilantly celebrate the club’s championship at FC Bayern Munich’s title party, Michael Olise keeps a low profile, a stance that prompts two questions among the fans.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been told he's "finished" by furious Al-Nassr supporters after a shocking miss from barely three yards out in his latest outing for the Saudi Pro League giants. The 41-year-old scored in Sunday's 4-0 AFC Champions League Two quarter-final win over Al-Wasl, but was left kicking himself after a moment of uncharacteristically poor finishing.
If there is a greater wish Miguel Cardoso has now, it is to have all his players available for selection. Downs are in a critical juncture of their season; they hope to fight and defend the league title as well as win the Champions League marathon. Currently, a number of players are sidelined, and they are in a race against time to be fit and available for the crucial games ahead.
Alex Iwobi has explained what it is like to face all-time greats Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, with the former having an “aura” while the latter boasts a “force field”. Speaking on the Beast Mode On Podcast, former Arsenal midfielder Iwobi - who is now on the books of Fulham - has lifted the lid on how he became the unfortunate star of a Messi-themed compilation reel.
Gary Lineker has jumped to the defence of Arsenal following their 2-1 defeat to Manchester City, insisting he will not listen to claims that the Gunners have "choked" in the Premier League title race. Despite Erling Haaland’s winner putting City just three points behind Arsenal with a game in hand, Lineker believes there is still reason for optimism for Mikel Arteta's side.
Jamie Carragher was forced to endure a hostile reception from Everton supporters as he was ushered away after facing a barrage of insults before the Merseyside derby. The Liverpool legend, who was working as a pundit for Sky Sports, became the centre of an ugly flashpoint as tensions briefly threatened to boil over at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Unlike the January transfer window, Amakhosi are expected to be fully engaged in the upcoming offseason signing period. Before the current campaign began, the Glamour Boys' playing unit was boosted with the arrival of 11 players. However, some of the new signings failed to inspire the Soweto giants, who were eliminated from crucial competitions.
The combative midfielder has been a factor for the Glamour Boys in recent South African top-flight outings. However, he was not part of the squad that was away at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane for a game against Rise and Shine.
Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs has thrown his support behind Michael Carrick to become the club’s next permanent manager following an impressive interim spell. The former winger also believes that the club should not turn their back on Rasmus Hojlund, who is set to return from a loan spell at Napoli this summer.
Alvaro Arbeloa has reignited the fire between Real Madrid and Spanish officiating by suggesting it is "easier" for the club to win the Champions League than La Liga. The Blancos coach has suggested that refereeing errors in La Liga often hamper the club’s title ambitions.
The clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Olympique Lyonnais lived up to expectations, but the tension didn't subside after the final whistle. Achraf Hakimi was less than impressed by the uninhibited attitude of the young Brazilian prodigy Endrick, who celebrated in front of PSG fans after scoring the opener in Lyon's 2-1 victory.
The season is almost ending, with clubs working harder to deliver what they promised at the start of the campaign. The Soweto giants are among those hoping to go all the way in the South African top-flight football despite the stiff competition from defending champions Masandawana.
Ibrahima Konate has handed Liverpool a massive boost by confirming that he is on the verge of signing a new long-term contract at Anfield. The French powerhouse, who has been linked with a move to Real Madrid, is entering the final months of his current deal but looks set to extend his stay on Merseyside.
Arsenal's Premier League title hopes have taken a significant blow following a defeat to Manchester City, but the post-match fallout has focused on individual failings. Former Watford forward Troy Deeney has led the criticism, identifying six key players who failed to meet expectations in the high-stakes encounter, including his "friend" Declan Rice.
Curtis Jones has delivered a scathing assessment of Everton's mentality following Liverpool's dramatic 2-1 victory in the Merseyside derby. The midfielder mocked the suggestion that the Toffees would have celebrated only being two points behind the Reds had they won the game, after one of the "worst" seasons in recent times for the Anfield club.
Erling Haaland has admitted that his long-term partner, Isabel Haugseng Johansen, is often left unimpressed by the physical toll of his Premier League battles. The Manchester City striker was involved in a bruising encounter with Arsenal's Gabriel Magalhaes during Sunday's' pivotal 2-1 victory at the Etihad. The individual duel has become one of the Premier League's most captivating rivalries in recent years.
Dominik Szoboszlai has admitted that his long-term future at Liverpool is "not really in my hands anymore" as talks over a contract extension hit a standstill. The Hungarian midfielder has been one of the standout performers in an otherwise taxing season for the Reds, but his latest comments suggest that the club has yet to table a formal offer that reflects his importance.
The Masandawana head coach has come out swinging at critics who questioned his future at Chloorkop. After a shaky start to the season, no domestic silverware, and performances under scrutiny, pressure mounted for the Portuguese mentor to leave the club. However, Cardoso has firmly shut down talk that his job was ever in doubt.
The Ghana international star Edwin Gyimah has successfully reclaimed his home after a harrowing period of homelessness. Despite the breakthrough, the veteran defender remains in a precarious position as he searches for a way to rebuild his career and support his family.
Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon is reportedly "open" to swapping the Premier League for the Bundesliga as Bayern Munich step up their pursuit of the England international. The 25-year-old has emerged as a primary target for the Bavarian side, who are looking to bolster their attacking options this summer with high-level European experience.
Wayne Rooney has hit out at Manchester City’s "premature" celebrations following their crucial 2-1 victory over Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium. The Manchester United legend believes the unrestrained scenes at the final whistle could come back to haunt Pep Guardiola’s side as the Premier League title race enters its final stretch.
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