Amakhosi's new French coach oversaw his first friendly match in charge on Sunday evening and saw his side take a deserved lead only for them to be undone in the 89th minute when Findlay Curtis scored with a looping cross-come-shot that went in at the far post for the match to end all square.
GOAL brings you all the available details on the closed doors, pre-season friendly between The Gers and The Glamour Boys at the Marbella Football Centre in Malaga, Spain. This will be the Scottish team's third friendly and Chiefs first so will likely feature rolling subs and appearances from academy players looking to make their mark.
Shane McGregor has voiced significant concerns regarding the club's recent activity in the transfer market, questioning the strategic direction under new head coach Fernando Da Cruz. The former striker believes the club is focusing on the wrong areas of the pitch while ignoring a glaring lack of firepower upfront.
Amakhosi have surprised many by deciding to retain the services of former Golden Arrows attacker for the upcoming campaign. Despite a difficult period for the winger at Naturena, the club has opted to trigger a contract extension to keep the veteran in the fold.
The Soweto giants have raised eyebrows after omitting a star winger from their high-profile pre-season tour of Spain. The Congolese international, who has been a pillar of the Amakhosi attack, now faces an increasingly uncertain future at Naturena as the club prepares for the 2026/27 campaign.
With the fixtures available each of the 'Big Three' title rivals can now start plotting their route to the trophy. As always, there will be goals, drama, twists and turns before we reach the gripping conclusion in May 2027 when the winner will be presented with the Betway Premiership trophy.
The Glamour Boys legend has sent a blunt message to the club’s hierarchy regarding their transfer strategy under new boss Fernando Da Cruz. As the Amakhosi look to rebuild following a disappointing period, the former midfielder insists that another massive overhaul could do more harm than good at Naturena.
Amakhosi legend Tefu Mashamaite has thrown his weight behind the new recruit, insisting the defender is the ideal candidate to fill the void left by the 22-year-old. Following McCarthy’s recent move to Azerbaijan, the pressure is on the new arrival to solidify a backline that is undergoing a significant transition under new leadership.
The Soweto giants are reportedly ready to sanction a temporary departure for goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari as the club continues its aggressive overhaul under Fernando Da Cruz. The Rwandan international has seen his stock plummet at Naturena, leading the Amakhosi hierarchy to explore loan options ahead of the new campaign.
The Amakhosi legend Jabu Mahlangu has delivered a blunt assessment of the club's current goalkeeping situation, suggesting that a clear-out is necessary following recent transfer activity. The arrival of Renaldo Leaner has left the Soweto giants’ goalkeeping department overstocked, prompting questions about who will survive the cut under new head coach Fernando Da Cruz.
Amakhosi have officially ushered in a new era at Naturena with the arrival of the head coach, who has landed in South Africa to take charge of the Glamour Boys. The former Moroccan Football Federation technical director joins the club at a critical juncture as they look to reclaim their status as the dominant force in the Premier Soccer League.
The Amakhosi legend has sent a clear message to incoming head coach regarding the unique requirements of managing in the Betway Premiership. As the Frenchman prepares to take the reins at Naturena, the former midfielder insists that understanding the local football culture and the natural flair of South African talent will be the deciding factor in the tactician’s success or failure with the Glamour Boys.
The Glamour Boys are entering a brave new era under the guidance of Fernando da Cruz, and the message from the bench is loud and clear: silverware is the immediate priority. Assistant coach Dillon Sheppard believes the season-opening MTN8 represents the perfect springboard for the Soweto giants to reclaim their status as the kings of South African football.
Just five days after he was officially unveiled as The Citizens head coach the Tunisian tactician has seen enough to sanction the release of nine players from the squad. Four loanees will return to their parent clubs and five players will not have their contracts extended.
An Amakhosi legend has sent a clear message to the current Glamour Boys squad regarding the arrival of the new head coach. The former striker, who experienced life under French management during his playing days, believes the players must prepare for a major cultural shift at Naturena.
The Glamour Boys have taken a significant step in their squad planning by securing the future of one of their key defensive assets ahead of the upcoming campaign. The Soweto giants are wasting no time in structuring their roster as they prepare for a fresh start under new leadership at Naturena.
