Former Kaizer Chiefs winger Junior Khanye has shared his candid thoughts on Thabo Cele’s recent move to Chloorkop following his departure from Naturena. The outspoken analyst believes the midfielder's high-profile switch carries echoes of previous blockbuster transfers involving the league's biggest stars where there is massive excitement over the signing but the player will then struggle to impose himself on the Starting XI.
The Brazilians winger is facing a defining moment in his career after his agent revealed that his ongoing absence from the first team is rooted in deep-seated psychological challenges. The South Africa international has been frozen out of the senior squad by head coach Miguel Cardoso following a series of disciplinary breaches.
The Brazilians find themselves at the centre of a growing debate regarding player welfare following the recent exclusion of the 28-year-old winger from the first-team set-up. Mental performance expert Jordan Byrne has now challenged the Pretoria giants and SAFA to overhaul their approach to psychological support to prevent further talent from falling through the cracks.
Former Orlando Pirates star has hit out at supporters for their treatment of the 28-year-old forward following his high-profile exclusion from the Mamelodi Sundowns squad. The veteran player believes that the public narrative surrounding the attacker has become toxic and forgets the human element behind the professional athlete.
Benson Mhlongo has added his voice to the growing debate surrounding the winger’s turbulent tenure at Chloorkop. The 28-year-old’s commitment has come under intense scrutiny following revelations of disciplinary breaches and unapproved absences from first-team duties.
The Brazilians boss has sent shockwaves through the PSL by revealing the real reason behind the 28-year-old's prolonged absence from the squad. The Portuguese tactician confirmed that the former Orlando Pirates winger is no longer training with the senior team following a series of disciplinary infractions.
Andries Sebola has insisted the Soweto giants are well-positioned to fill the void left by the 21-year-old winger’s high-profile move to Europe. Despite missing out on touted replacement Siyanda Ndlovu to rivals Mamelodi Sundowns, the Bucs legend believes his former side have enough depth and talent in their ranks to remain competitive.
The Brazilians legend Joel ‘Fire’ Masilela believes the club’s recent exploits on the international stage mark the beginning of an exciting new chapter. Miguel Cardoso’s led the team to a morale-boosting 3-1 victory over Bundesliga side RB Leipzig, providing a platform for the squad's younger players to shine.
The Buccaneers may have already secured the long-term successor to Monnapule Saleng following the star winger's high-profile move to Mamelodi Sundowns earlier this year. Former Amabhakabhaka forward James Mothibi is adamant that the Soweto giants have a ready-made replacement waiting in the wings in the form of teenager Thapelo 'Sugar' Duiker.
The Masandawana head coach has earmarked the 20-year-old for greatness after a composed showing in the first leg of the Champions League final. Despite the weight of a continental showdown, the winger delivered a performance beyond his years as the Brazilians secured a vital 1-0 advantage over Moroccan giants AS FAR.
The Brazilians' coach has delivered a defiant message after his side survived a chaotic 11-goal thriller at the Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium. Despite moving within touching distance of the league title, the coach was left fuming at a defensive display that saw the Brazilians concede four goals in a single afternoon.
The Brazilians boss has lauded the midfield maestro as a vital asset to the club following a dominant performance on Sunday to extended their lead at the top of the Betway Premiership table. But the Portuguese mentor also had to answer pointed questions on the 28-year-old winger's unavailability.
The Premier Soccer League title has taken an interesting turn with the leading sides dropping points. Earlier, Orlando Pirates were held to a 1-1 draw by Kaizer Chiefs in a Soweto Derby showdown. Masandawana, thereafter, failed to take advantage to go to the top, but they have a game in hand that they can win and return to the summit of the PSL table.
The Brazilians have discovered their opponents for the CAF Champions League final after Al Zaeem successfully navigated a tense semi-final second leg against The Orange Boys. Despite suffering a 1-0 defeat on the night, the Moroccan side did just enough to protect their first-leg 2-0 advantage and book their place in the continental showpiece.
Masandawana are getting closer and closer to their continental dream after edging one of Africa's iconic clubs from Tunisia. Brayan Leon continues to prove why the Tshwane giants pursued him in the January transfer window and is turning out to be the club's hero on the bigger stage. Despite critics putting him under pressure and constant surveillance, coach Miguel Cardoso could silence them even deeper if he finally wins the CAF trophy and defends the PSL title.
The 28-year-old former Buccaneer made a surprising move to Masandawana in the January transfer window as the Brazilians strengthened to push for the South African domestic title. The Bafana Bafana international has been effective, but recently, the winger has been out of action for the Mzansi heavyweights.