The national team head coach Pitso Mosimane has issued a stern warning to his squad, insisting that no player should feel safe in their position following the emergence of new talent abroad. The former Mamelodi Sundowns mentor is determined to eradicate complacency as he looks to build a more competitive national side.
With the PSL embracing football data providers, the information available to clubs around the world has seen a massive spike in interest in South African players. And with SkillCorner now reporting that the local league is closing in on the top 10 ranking in the world for physicality, and the top three for explosiveness, expect many more global clubs, especially from Major League Soccer, to start shopping for players in Mzansi.
The Reds of Msimbazi boss has thrown his weight behind the 30-year-old defender, insisting he deserves a recall to the South African national team. The former Mamelodi Sundowns man has reinvented himself in Tanzania, and Barker believes his recent form makes him a primary candidate for Pitso Mosimane's new-look squad.
Reports emerging on Wednesday afternoon suggest the Burnley striker is edging closer to a surprise switch to Major League Soccer, with new suitors in the United States closing in on a potential loan agreement for the South African international.
The Buccaneers tactician has admitted he is taking a cautious approach with his star winger following his return from the World Cup. The Bafana Bafana international has yet to complete a full 90 minutes this season, as the Soweto giants look to avoid a mounting injury crisis at the club.
Chicago Fire coach Gregg Berhalter has revealed the 20-year-old is recovering well from his thigh muscle tear injury and is on course to return to action in 2026 after previously being ruled out until the new year.
The South African winger was on target again as he netted the first goal in the Fire's 2-1 win over Orlando City for his third goal in as many games in what was his first start in Major League Soccer. Afterwards he admitted he was learning a lot from the Polish legend who recently joined the club from Barcelona.
The former Kaizer Chiefs youth prospect scored both goals in Chicago Fire's 2-1 Leagues Cup victory over Liga MX champions Cruz Azul to advance to the quarterfinals where they will meet CF Monterrey. Watch the goals, get his coach's reaction and check out how local fans praised the 22-year-old's man of the match performance.
The former Kaizer Chiefs star has expressed his unwavering belief that South Africa is entering a new golden era. The FCSB defender highlighted the depth of young talent currently rising through the ranks as the primary reason for his optimism regarding the national team's trajectory.
Fire's ambitious MLS campaign has been hit by a significant setback following the news that the Bafana Bafana centre-back is set to miss the remainder of the season. The South African international, who has been a key figure in Berhalter' side, faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after sustaining a serious injury.
The Soweto giants' captain has issued a passionate plea to the club’s supporters, urging them to remain patient with the latest crop of young talent breaking into the first team. Following the successful integration of several academy graduates into the senior squad, the experienced defender is keen to manage the soaring expectations within the fan base.
The Buccaneers head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has heaped praise on his new recruit, suggesting that the path to international stardom is already being paved for the club's young defenders. The Moroccan tactician believes that the internal culture at the Buccaneers is perfectly designed to transform local gems into global stars.
Junior Khanye has sent a clear message to the Amakhosi hierarchy ahead of the 2026/27 season, insisting that the club must strengthen their squad if they hope to challenge for silverware. Despite lifting the pre-season Toyota Cup, the outspoken analyst believes the Soweto giants should use their resources to invest in quality signings capable of taking the team to the next level.
The awards were delayed by the FIFA World Cup but now, with the new season just days away, the Premier Soccer League had the opportunity to reward the best of the best from the 2025/26 season.
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) announced the nominees for the 2026 PSL Awards in early July and now the winners are set to be crowned at the annual awards ceremony on Monday, 27 July 2026. The event will be broadcast live on the SuperSport PSL Channel and SABC Sport.
The Fire's head coach has been encouraged by the South African winger's progress since his arrival in Major League Soccer. While much of the early attention centred on compatriot Mbokazi, the winger has quietly continued to make strides as he settles into life in the United States.
