The Buccaneers tactician has hailed the impact of the new signing, suggesting the midfielder is destined to become a cornerstone of his tactical system. The 23-year-old has enjoyed a seamless transition to the Soweto giants since his arrival late in the transfer window.
The Winelands club's head coach Gavin Hunt has expressed his frustration over the decision to proceed with his side's Premier Soccer League first match so soon after the tragic passing of Jayden Adams. The Winelands outfit suffered a 1-0 defeat to AmaZulu, but the veteran tactician believes the mental toll on his squad from the 25-year-old's tragic death was too significant to ignore.
The Stellies head coach has heaped praise on the breakout star, comparing the youngster to Bafana Bafana legend Mark Williams. The 20-year-old forward made a stunning impact on his senior debut, netting a historic hat-trick to secure his side’s first victory of the Premier Soccer League season.
The veteran coach has made a massive declaration regarding the Bucs' latest defensive acquisition following his high-profile move to the Soweto giants. The Stellenbosch FC manager, who previously worked with the youngster, believes the Soweto club have secured a generational talent who can dominate the left-back position for years to come.
The Amakhosi defender has highlighted the vital role played by the South African assistant coach in the club's technical department this season. The versatile senior figure believes that having a tactician with extensive knowledge of the local landscape has been the missing piece of the puzzle at Naturena.
It was raining goals at Seshego Stadium as Rise and Shine went toe-to-toe with Stellies in an entertaining encounter that ended in a 3-3 draw. The Chilli Boys also played out a draw with the Natal Rich Boys, while Gallants and Kruger United settled for a goalless stalemate. Meanwhile, in the KwaZulu-Natal derby, Durban City and Arrows drew 0-0 while newly promoted Milford got their first ever top flight points against Siwelele.
Stellies' coach has laid bare the selection dilemma facing his side following a frantic end to the transfer window. Despite securing high-profile additions to bolster the squad, the veteran tactician admitted that a lack of pre-season conditioning has left his new stars trailing behind the rest of the group.
The 38-year-old forward is embarking on a final quest for legendary status after signing a one-year contract with the Cape Wineland outfit. The veteran marksman has decided to delay his retirement to pursue the all-time Premier Soccer League scoring record, a milestone that would cement his place in South African football history.
The 29-year-old has broken his silence following a high-profile departure from Amakhosi, revealing the motivations behind his move to Stellies. The central defender leaves Naturena after three seasons as part of a significant restructuring under the new leadership at the Soweto giants.
The Bloemfontein outfit was held to a draw by the Rockets, who fought back to earn a point. In another encounter, Rise and Shine edged the Natal Rich Boys to get their campaign off to a winning start and secure maximum points. Meanwhile, Cedric Kaze claimed the early bragging rights over Khalil Ben Youssef in the reunion of the former Amakhosi co-coaches. AmaZulu secured all three points against Steliies. Elsewhere, Abafana Bes'thende and the Chilli Boys were forced to settle for a goalless stalemate.
The opening day of the Premier Soccer League got underway without the goal rush many had expected, as teams struggled to find the back of the net. Cedric Kaze wins first round against Khalil Ben Youssef in the Amakhosi reunion. A second-half penalty proved decisive for Usuthu, while Abafana Bes'thende and the Chilli Boys had to settle for a share of the spoils after playing out a draw. Elsewhere, Richards Bay, Polokwane City, Siwelele and TS Galaxy will all be eager to kick off their campaigns on a positive note as they battle for valuable opening-day points.
The opening day of the Premier Soccer League got underway without the goal rush many had expected, as teams struggled to find the back of the net. A second-half penalty proved decisive for Usuthu, while Abafana Bes'thende and the Chilli Boys had to settle for a share of the spoils after playing out a draw. Attention now turns to another intriguing fixture, where former Kaizer Chiefs co-coaches will go head-to-head from opposite sides of the touchline. Elsewhere, Richards Bay, Polokwane City, Siwelele and TS Galaxy will all be eager to kick off their campaigns on a positive note as they battle for valuable first match points.
The veteran coach has lifted the lid on the club's decision to pass on the opportunity to sign a former Kaizer Chiefs defender. Despite the player's pedigree and long-standing history at Naturena, the Winelands outfit opted against a permanent deal following a trial period.
Stellies coach has admitted that the club may be powerless to stop the star winger from joining the Glamour Boys. The Amakhosi have been aggressively pursuing the 21-year-old talent as they look to bolster their attacking options ahead of the 2026/27 Premier Soccer League season.
The Winelands club have been busy in the market as they seek to rebuild their squad under Gavin Hunt's guidance. On Tuesday they announced a long term deal for the former Amakhosi midfielder and a season-long loan for The Brazilians defender.
Stellies have bolstered their midfield options with the acquisition of the former Richards Bay playmaker on a free transfer. The experienced campaigner joins the Cape Winelands outfit following the conclusion of his tenure with the Natal Rich Boys, where he served as a pivotal figure in their recent campaign.
