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Cardoso salutes Pitso as 'Downs edge closer to CAF glory - ‘I’m very thankful for his support’

The Tshwane giants stand on the cusp of continental immortality, and a towering figure from the club’s golden era has thrown his weight behind the cause. After grinding out a slender first-leg advantage, the current Portuguese mentor expressed heartfelt appreciation for the backing of the legendary former Masandawana coach.

Mosimane fuels Chiefs rumours

Former Mamelodi Sundowns tactician sent the South African football community into a frenzy after opening up about his deep-rooted connections with the Glamour Boys. As the Soweto giants look to finalise their coaching plans for next season, the legendary coach’s latest comments have added significant fuel to the fire regarding a potential move to Naturena.

Teboho Mokoena, Iqraam Rayners and Aubrey Modiba, Mamelodi Sundowns

Pitso on CAFCL final - 'I won this thing with a team that does not compare to this current Sundowns one'

The former Masandawana and Al Ahly boss has thrown his weight behind the Brazilians to secure continental glory. The legendary tactician believes the current squad possesses superior quality to the history-making side he led to the title nearly a decade ago.

Ex-Sundowns star backs Cardoso over 'hectic' PSL schedule - ''Our league doesn't support Masandawana'

The former Masandawana defender has added his voice to the growing frustration surrounding the club’s relentless fixture pile-up as the season reaches its boiling point. His comments mirror the concerns of the Tshwane giants' head coach, who is currently balancing a knife-edge title race against Orlando Pirates with a historic continental final.

Khama Billiat, Mamelodi Sundowns, May 2016.

Billiat reveals Mosimane's career-shaping brutal honesty

The dribbling wizard has opened up on the transformative relationship he shared with the veteran coach during their record-breaking era at Masandawana. The Zimbabwean attacker, who became one of the most feared players on the African continent under the former Bafana Bafana tactician, credits the outspoken coach for shifting his mentality from being a mere entertainer to a ruthless winner.

Cedric Kaze, Khalil Ben Youssef, Kaizer Chiefs, December 2025

Ex-Chiefs coach backs Kaze and Ben Youssef for permanent role

The Soweto giants have spent years searching for a return to their former glory, and while the hierarchy is expected to appoint a high-profile successor to Nasreddine Nabi, a former Amakhosi mentor believes the answer is already in the building. The veteran mentor has thrown his weight behind the interim duo, insisting that another wholesale change could do more harm than good.

Brayan Leon, Mamelodi Sundowns, February 2026

Pitso on Sundowns-Pirates title fight - 'The fat lady hasn't sung yet'

The former Masandawana head coach has welcomed the intense title race currently unfolding in the Premier Soccer League, insisting that the neck-and-neck battle between the Brazilians and Buccaneers is exactly what South African football needs. The three-time CAF Champions League winner believes the unpredictability of the current campaign has breathed new life into the domestic game as the season reaches its climax.

Pitso linked to NT job but can it tempt him away from youth development programs?

The 61-year-old is once again being heavily linked with a return to international management after he emerged as a top candidate for The Eagles. But having just acquired the status of Gauteng Development League team East Rand Athletic FC as part of his football academy project it appears 'Jingles' is more focused on producing future Bafana Bafana stars than coaching current internationals.

Is the PSL dull without Jingles? - 'When he's coaching, there's always entertainment...'

Katlego Mphela has turned up the heat regarding the former Mamelodi Sundowns coach's future, claiming South African football is losing its spark without the iconic tactician in the dugout. He believes that a return for the serial winner is essential to restore the entertainment factor to the domestic landscape.

Relebohile Mofokeng and Hugo Broos, Bafana Bafana

Mosimane dissects Pirates star Mofokeng's best role: 'He fits in well in Aston Villa's shape'

The 21-year-old has undergone a positional switch, having been shifted from the wing into a central playmaking role by his club coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou. That tactical tweak appears to have paid off, with Hugo Broos now adopting the same approach at the international level with Bafana Bafana.

Pitso on Ghana snub, Bafana job & why Chiefs still have a chance

The celebrated South African tactician was tipped to get the coaching job in the West African country ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, things didn't work out as anticipated for the former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly coach who is currently unattached.

Pitso's Iranian millions and life of luxury revealed in legal battle

The 61-year-old's staggering financial package at Iranian giants Esteghlal F.C. has been laid bare in explosive court documents submitted to court in a heated legal dispute involving international football agent Hamed Chadiri.

Miguel Cardoso, Mamelodi Sundowns, April 2026

Cardoso breaks silence after matching Mosimane's CAF CL record - 'Marvelous'

The Portuguese helped Masandawana make history by guiding them to their final for the fourth time in the club’s history and for the second year in a row. The semi-final also produced a star for the Tshwane giants in Brayan Leon, who became just the third player on record since 2016-17 to score in four consecutive starts in the Champions League, the others being Walid Soliman in 2018 and Ayoub El Kaabi in 2019-2021.

Kaizer Motaung, Bobby Motaung, Jessica Motaung 16-9

Ex-Chiefs star warns against hiring former Pirates coach

The Soweto giants are expected to appoint a new coach at the end of the season, with Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef likely to make way. A number of names have already been thrown into the mix as speculation over the next appointment intensifies.

Mosimane snubbed! Black Stars appoint ex-Bafana tactician to replace Addo

The West African nation are among the 10 teams that will represent the continent of Africa in the prestigious global competition to be played from June 11. Co-hosts Mexico will play South Africa's Bafana Bafana in the opening fixture in what will be a repeat of the 2010 edition that Mzansi hosted.

Mosimane linked with 'deal of the century' in move that could determine Mayo's Chiefs future

The veteran South African tactician has been unattached for more than a year, with his last job coming during a short stint in Iran. He has been one of the most sought-after coaches on the continent, and now, reports suggest he could be set for a return to North Africa.

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