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Masandawana return to action, hoping to win and widen the gap at the top over fierce rivals, Orlando Pirates. Currently, the Premier Soccer League leading sides have the same points - 44 - with the Sea Robbers leading by a slim goal difference. Should the Brazilians win, Bucs will have a chance to close the gap when they play Richards Bay a day later.

Iqraam Rayners, Mamelodi Sundowns, August 2025

Predicting Sundowns XI vs Arrows: Will Rayners’ weekend brace be enough to earn a start?

The title race continues to intensify with each passing matchday, placing added pressure on Masandawana as they look to reclaim top spot. They face a stern test on Wednesday when they welcome their former coach, Manqoba Mngqithi, who masterminded their defeat earlier this season.

Miguel Cardoso, Mamelodi Sundowns, March 2026

Cardoso delivers verdict on Rayners and Saleng's debut

Masandawana managed to withstand the Babina Noko storm and finally collected three points at home. The victory ensured that Downs remain in a neck-and-neck battle with the Sea Robbers as the league enters the homestretch. Bucs had earlier registered a convincing win over arch-rivals Kaizer Chiefs in a Soweto derby showdown.

Arthur Sales and Kobamelo Kodisang, Mamelodi Sundowns

Predicting Sundowns' XI vs Sekhukhune: Has Sales recovered to replace Matthews?

Babina Noko will be paying a visit to the Tshwane outfit, setting up a clash that promises intensity. The last meeting between these sides saw Sundowns claim maximum points with a 2-0 win over a resilient Limpopo side. This time, both teams head into the fixture in need of points, with their eyes firmly set on the league title, currently a tightly contested race among the top four.

Teboho Mokoena, Athini Maqokolo, Nuno Santos, AmaZulu vs Mamelodi Sundowns, February 2026

AmaZulu 0-1 Sundowns: ‘Leon is turning into a view once! Allende saved Cardoso; why is Matthews always in the Downs XI?’

Brazilians returned to the top of the Premier Soccer League table after edging Usuthu 1-0 at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Tuesday. As the match appeared to be headed for a goalless draw, the Chilean rose from the bench to grab the only goal of the match and spark wild celebrations from Masandawana, who were staring at another humiliating outing following the Nedbank Cup exit.

Predicting Sundowns' XI vs AmaZulu: Rayners, Leon to spearhead Downs vs ex-Chiefs tactician's team?

The Brazilians were shocked by the Rockets in their Nedbank Cup Round of 16 after falling 2-0. They now need to bounce back against Arthur Zwane's Usuthu in the Premier Soccer League fixture to be staged at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Tuesday. A win will send them to the top of the table after their latest victory over Orlando Pirates.

Has Leon shattered Rayners' World Cup dreams? Ex-Sundowns star responds

Even as the Masandawana coach rotates his squad to keep the team fresh, the former Stellenbosch FC star still struggles for regular game time. Despite the Brazilians blowing hot and cold, competition for places remains fierce, limiting his match opportunities. Having travelled to the United States with the Tshwane giants last June, he now hopes to make the trip again, but this time with the South Africa national soccer team.

Monnapule Saleng, Mamelodi Sundowns, February 2026

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The Brazilians are seemingly back to their best if recent results are anything to consider. Masandawana will be back in action in the domestic assignment this weekend when they face the Rockets at the Solomon Mahlangu Stadium. Victory will be vital for the Tshwane giants, who are chasing three crowns this edition.

Can Chiefs & Pirates take advantage of Sundowns packed schedule?

As Amakhosi and Bucs focus only on domestic trophies, Masandawana are set for a very demanding calendar. Downs are not only juggling both continental and domestic assignments but are also facing considerable pressure from the Soweto giants in the league title race. Amid unrelenting challenge from their rivals, the million-dollar question remains whether the Brazilians can withstand the storm and maintain their top-flight dominance.

Brayan Leon, Mamelodi Sundowns, February 2026

Pirates weakness revealed! Sundowns star Leon explains how he outsmarted Bucs

The Colombian forward is turning out to be a massive signing for the Tshwane giants. In key games, the striker has risen to the occasion and lifted the Brazilians when it mattered the most. He played a crucial role again as the Pretoria heavyweights outclassed their PSL title race rivals.

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Abdeslam Ouaddou and Patrick Maswanganyi, Orlando Pirates

Ouaddou unfazed after Sundowns sink Pirates, insists 'it's not the end of the world'

The Buccaneers saw their Premier Soccer League lead trimmed after a tense clash with the Brazilians. Masandawana went into the match appearing to be losing ground in their title defence bid before producing a result when it mattered most. The outcome leaves the championship race wide open heading into the decisive stretch of the season.

Brayan Leon and Nkosinathi Sibisi, Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns

Pirates 1-2 Sundowns: 'Wadu's plumbing catching up, but Chiefs are itching to hurt us'

The two South African heavyweights met on Wednesday night at the FNB Stadium, with each desperate for maximum points in their quest to win the league crown. It was a massive fixture that could have handed the Soweto giants a nine-point advantage ahead of the defending champions. For Masandawana, this was an opportunity to prove their quality.

Brayan Leon, Mamelodi Sundowns, January 2026

Pirates warned of Sundowns' 'dangerous man' but Sibisi can help

When Masandawana and Bucs meet, individual brilliance combined with general team output will matter most. The Sea Robbers will be keen to win and extend the gap, and Downs will try not to let that happen because if it does, they would have ceded more ground in the title race. Now, the Soweto giants have been given a hint on how to beat their midweek visitors.

Sundowns' predicted XI vs Pirates: Zwane to start?

The Brazilians continue their bid to reclaim the Premier Soccer League summit as they push for a ninth consecutive title. They make a short trip across Gauteng to face the Buccaneers at FNB Stadium on Wednesday. The high-stakes clash could prove decisive in shaping the title race as both sides battle for the league crown.

Themba Zwane, Mamelodi Sundowns, June 2025

Themba Zwane hails 'brotherhood' after beating MC Alger to reach CAF CL quarters

After a difficult week rocked by spying allegations against analyst Mario Masha for allegedly leaking tactical information to Rhulani Mokwena, Madsandawana rose to the occasion with a crucial victory over the Algerian side that kept their CAF Champions League campaign alive.

Sundowns star reminding ex-Chiefs winger of the Brazilian Romario - 'He will 'hurt a lot of players'

After the Brazilians secured their path to the knockout rounds of the CAF Champions League, some of their players began receiving rave reviews for their performances. This turnaround followed a period of sharp criticism directed at the squad and coach Miguel Cardoso when the team struggled both domestically and on the continent. They were facing the real threat of being dumped out of the continental competition.

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