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South Africa's forward #11 Themba Zwane celebrates

Sundowns captain Zwane makes big Bafana call ahead of 2026 World Cup

The veteran midfielder has been out of the South Africa national football team for over a year. His experience was missed during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and could still be valuable as the team looks ahead to the global football tournament. However, he is yet to hit top form at Masandawana, with coach Miguel Cardoso carefully managing his minutes.

Jayden Adams, Mamelodi Sundowns, February 2026

Ex-Downs midfielder explains why Adams deserves World Cup spot - 'Broos will rely on players who are in form'

After a difficult spell, the former Stellenbosch FC star has been impressive in the second half of the season. With the global football competition approaching, the 24-year-old's name is now in the mix, and a Cameroon legend who graced the quadrennial tournament believes the midfielder's current form aligns perfectly with what the Belgian coach is looking for.

Evidence Makgopa & Banele Mnguni,Polokwane City vs Orlando Pirates, March 2026

Polokwane City 1-2 Pirates: ‘Rise and Shine gave Chiefs fans two minutes happiness, then Maswanganyi took it away’

The Ghost survived a scare against Rise and Shine in Limpopo but will be happy to go back home with a narrow victory from the match at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium on Wednesday. More importantly for the Soweto giants, they are still at the summit of the Premier Soccer League log.

Cardoso, Mofokeng & Lilepo win awards

The PSL has officially confirmed the first set of its Monthly Awards winners for the second half of the season. The Mamelodi Sundowns coach, Orlando Pirates sensation, and Kaizer Chiefs forward have all been recognised for their outstanding contributions during the January–February period.

Polokwane vs Pirates: Preview, Kick-off time & Squad news

With Bucs' focus solely on the league title, it means they are expected to go full throttle against their opponents and secure points. The gap at the top is quite slim because the Soweto giants only lead Mamelodi Sundowns by an insignificant goal difference. The midweek clash is another crucial game for the Buccaneers because a win will help them remain in the neck-and-neck title battle, and a loss would see them cede some ground.

Evidence Makgopa, Orlando Pirates, March 2026

Predicting Pirates starting XI vs Polokwane City: headache for Ouaddou - Mbuthuma or Makgopa?

The Sea Robbers will be back in action on Wednesday after a morale-boosting win over the Glamour Boys in the Soweto derby. Against Rise and Shine, Bucs will need more points in order to keep pace with Mamelodi Sundowns in the tight Premier Soccer League title race.

Sipho Mbule, Orlando Pirates, February 2026

Predicted Pirates' XI vs Richards Bay: Mbule fit & available, will Ouaddou hand him a starting spot?

The Buccaneers will host the Natal Rich Boyz at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Wednesday. The KwaZulu-Natal side will come in high on confidence, having secured three points against Kaizer Chiefs in their last league match. However, for the Sea Robbers, every point is crucial at this stage, and they are laser-focused on the title race, while the visitors are striving to climb the standings and secure a coveted top-eight finish.

Lebohang Maboe and Bradley Cross, Kaizer Chiefs

'Chiefs were nowhere!' Kaze concedes after embarrassing Soweto Derby defeat

A promising season is crumbling as the Glamour Boys supporters witness a familiar disappointing story after the latest defeat in the South African top-tier. The Burundian tactician has admitted that his charges were outsmarted by their traditional rivals, who are favourites, alongside Mamelodi Sundowns, to go all the way.

Abdeslam Ouaddou and Cedric Kaze, Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates

Chiefs vs Pirates: Preview, Kick-off time & Squad news

The Glamour Boys welcome the joint league leaders this weekend, Saturday, at home in a highly anticipated fixture. Interestingly, both teams are desperate for a win following their recent struggles, explaining why both sets of supporters are anxiously waiting for the biggest game on South African soil.

Relebohile Mofokeng and Yanela Mbuthuma, Orlando Pirates

Pirates' predicted XI vs Chiefs: De Jong ahead of Mbuthuma & Rele in No. 10 role?

Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou will be making his debut in the country's biggest fixture of the season, hoping to bounce back from recent back-to-back losses. However, it will not be easy against the Glamour Boys, who will be avoiding a third straight loss across all competitions. The game will be staged at the iconic FNB Stadium on Saturday.

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Lesson for Mbule? Bucs star told what to do amid difficulties at Pirates

The absence of the midfielder from the Buccaneers starting line-up has been very conspicuous in the last few matches. What makes his absence even more noticeable is the fact that he had an impressive run in the first round of the season, and many expected the former Mamelodi Sundowns star to be as important in the second round. Should he continue to experience limited playtime, then his chances of making it into the Bafana Bafana World Cup squad will be jeopardised.

Threat to Mofokeng and Nkota? Bafana's Broos told to consider Chiefs product for WC

In what could be a challenge for established South Africa stars, the Belgian has been urged to pick up an Amakhosi academy product who has been doing well recently. Apart from the former Glamour Boy, the Mzansi coach has been encouraged to look at another PSL star who is yet to be exposed to international football. The global showpiece is fast approaching, and South African stars are doing their best to get the coach's attention.

Abdeslam Ouaddou, Orlando Pirates, February 2026

Ouaddou blames ‘magic of the cup’ after Pirates’ shocking loss to Casric Stars

The goal-scoring struggles continue to haunt the Mayfair side, who, within the space of a week, suffered another defeat. Saturday’s loss ended their hopes of adding another cup, forcing them to refocus solely on the league; however, Ouaddou noted that such upsets are expected in cup competitions.

Andre de Jong, Orlando Pirates vs Casric Stars, February 2026

Pirates 0-0 (Pens 4-5) Casric Stars: 'Bucs aren't ready for Chiefs if they can't score vs waiters & plumbers!'

The Buccaneers are out of the Nedbank Cup after being knocked out by their National First Division opponents, via a penalty shootout, at Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday. It was a second successive defeat for the Soweto giants after losing 2-1 to Mamelodi Sundowns in a Premier Soccer League match on Wednesday.

Andre de Jong, Daniel Msendami and Kamogelo Sebelebele, Orlando Pirates

Pirates' predicted XI vs Casric Stars: Rest Mofokeng, give Msendami first start ahead of Soweto derby?

The Sea Robbers are up against a lower division team again in South Africa's premier knockout competition. They are out to reclaim a trophy they last won in 2024 under Jose Riveiro. The Soweto giants would also want to atone for being this competition's losing finalists last season after rivals Kaizer Chiefs denied them a chance to shine on the podium.

Ex-Pirates star on Mofokeng - 'You cannot expect him to carry a team'

Former Buccaneers fan favourite Aubrey Lekwane has jumped to the youngster's defence after his below-par showing in the 2-1 loss to Mamelodi Sundowns at the FNB Stadium on Wednesday blew the Betway Premiership title race wide open. The perennial champions are now just three points behind the Soweto club, locked on the same goal difference and with a game in hand.

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