South Africa head coach has rallied around the 31-year-old with a heartfelt message of support after the midfielder suffered another injury setback. The Mamelodi Sundowns star was forced off early during Bafana’s dominant Africa Cup of Nations qualifying win over Eritrea, adding another frustrating chapter to his injury woes. Still, the coach has made it clear he'll return to the national team.
The 21-year-old has been singled out for his exceptional technical security and tactical intelligence following Bafana Bafana's winning start to their latest qualifying campaign. The Royale Union SG attacker was instrumental as South Africa secured a vital 2-1 victory over Guinea to take control of Group D.
GOAL brings you all the details on how to watch Bafana Bafana take on the Red Sea Camels at the Al-Salam Stadium, Cairo. Both teams will enter this match with confidence after picking up points in their opening qualifying matches after Pitso Mosimane's men beat Guinea 2-1 and Hesham Yakan's team took a point away from home in Nairobi.
GOAL brings you all the details on how to watch Bafana Bafana take on the Syli National at the Orlando Stadium in Soweto. This is the first match of the qualifying campaign and Pitso Mosimane's first game of his second stint as national team head coach.
The Brazilians defender has lauded the mental fortitude and big-game temperament of his long-time teammate. The defensive stalwart highlighted how the midfield maestro thrives under the brightest lights, particularly when playing in front of a packed house for Masandawana or Bafana Bafana.
As Jingles prepares to kick off his high-stakes second reign in charge of South Africa against a formidable Guinean side, all eyes are locked on the master tactician’s official team sheet. With key regular starters side lined, a tactical reshuffle is on the cards.
The dominance of the CAF Champions League-winning club players in the South African national team squad has once again raised questions, but the club’s strong representation has been defended as a reflection of the quality within the Chloorkop ranks.
GOAL brings you all the details on how to watch Abafana Bes’thende take on the Glamour Boys at Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga, with Amakhosi looking to settle the score after their upsetting MTN8 meeting. The two sides meet again with three points up for grabs before the international break.
Abdeslam Ouaddou's comments on showboating have stirred up a hornets' nest of opinions amongst former players, pundits and fans. While most approve the coach's message in pursuit of trophies, many are happy for their entertainment to be delivered by any means possible.
The Buccaneers faithful find themselves divided after their head coach’s words appeared to strike the wrong chord following the Sea Robbers’ 3-1 victory over La Cure Waves at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday. Despite securing a convincing three-goal win, the Moroccan mentor was far from pleased with his troops’ performance and threatened, yet again, to quit.
GOAL gives you all the details to follow the Brazilians' league fixture at the Buffalo City Municipality Stadium in KuGompo City against the Chilli Boys. The African champions are looking to extend their lead to nine points at the summit of the table while title rivals Orlando Pirates are occupied with continental assignments.
The Brazilians have pulled off one of the most intriguing moves of the transfer window by securing the services of the midfielder following his departure from Amakhosi. The 29-year-old finds himself at a career crossroads, moving from Naturena to the reigning African champions after a difficult spell at the Soweto club.
GOAL gives you all the details to follow the Brazilians' league fixture at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria against the Bloemfontein-based club. The African champions are looking to extend their lead to six points at the summit of the table while title rivals Orlando Pirates are occupied with continental assignments.
The Portuguese tactician has admitted that his side still has plenty of room for improvement after securing a late victory over Abafana Bes'thende. The Brazilians moved three points clear at the top of the Betway Premiership table thanks to a last-gasp strike from Teboho Mokoena at the King Zwelithini Stadium.
The Pretoria outfit edged Abafana Bes'thende on the road to claim maximum points, with Miguel Cardoso’s charges continuing their push up the Betway Premiership standings. The victory sees Sundowns move onto 16 points, adding another valuable three points to their campaign after a hard-fought encounter.
GOAL brings you all the available details on how to watch the clash between Abafana Bes’thende and the Chloorkop outfit at the King Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi. With the two sides set for another battle after going head-to-head in the MTN8, there is plenty at stake. While the Brazilians came out on top in their cup encounter, the home side will be determined to turn the tables and claim all three points.
