CAF Champions League-winning coach Miguel Cardoso has acknowledged the challenges facing the experienced forward, backing the striker to rediscover his clinical touch despite a difficult start with the Brazilians. The 30-year-old has struggled for regular minutes and goals since arriving, but his coach remains confident that his breakthrough is close.
Former Brazilians defender Japie Motale has exhorted the club’s fans to focus on the long-term vision of head coach Miguel Cardoso at Chloorkop and not only see the team’s early results of the new campaign. The Tshwane giants recorded their first defeat of the season on Sunday, in the MTN 8 semi-finals, prompting murmurs from many supporters online.
The Masandawana head coach has issued a staunch defence of the Portuguese playmaker following his unconvincing start to the season. The 54-year-old tactician pointed to the ongoing transfer window as a major distraction, suggesting the uncertainty surrounding the market is taking its toll on several members of his star-studded Tshwane squad.
The minister has launched a blistering attack on the South African Football Association regarding the stalled implementation of Video Assistant Referee technology. Despite significant financial backing from the government, the PSL remains without the technology, prompting the Minister to demand a full refund of state funds.
The South African coach's side opened their campaign with a 3-0 trouncing of Ghazl El Mahalla and already top the table after just one match. It was enough for former Zamalek star Tarik Yahya to declare the trophy is theirs to lose.
In the wake of his side's 1-0 loss to Golden Arrows the Brazilians' coach refused to be drawn on the rumours they are in the market for a right back to fill the void left by the 31-year-old player's long term injury.
The Chloorkop-based outfit were dealt a blow on Sunday afternoon in the first leg of the MTN8 semi-final against a resilient Durban side under the guidance of Pitso Dladla, who had already masterminded Kaizer Chiefs’ elimination in the quarter-finals. The Tshwane giants’ head coach has reflected on the result, highlighting where things went wrong.
The hunt for the elusive MTN8 trophy continues to prove a hurdle for the Brazilians, who fell short in their own backyard against Abafana Bes’thende in the first leg of the semi-final. The Tshwane giants will now travel to Durban for the second leg, hoping to overturn the deficit and keep their hopes of reaching the final alive.
Masandawana coach has delivered a sobering assessment of the club’s young attacker's recent struggles, citing a lack of consistency as the primary reason for his reduced role. The Portuguese tactician is now determined to ensure that the new arrival does not fall into the same trap as he adapts to life at Chloorkop.
The CAF Champions League winners have been dealt a huge blow following the news that the star defender will be sidelined for at least half of the 2026/27 campaign. The Bafana Bafana international suffered a complete rupture of his Achilles tendon during a recent league encounter against Marumo Gallants.
GOAL gives you all the details to follow the Brazilians' cup fixture at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Atteridgeville against Abafana Bes'thende as the Pretoria club attempt to put five years of heartbreak in the Wafa Wafa tournament behind them.
The Tshwane giants face a significant test of their squad depth as they prepare for the first leg of the Wafa Wafa semi-final clash against Abafana Bes'thende. Former Masandawana forward Rodney Ramagalela believes the tactical landscape has shifted following major injury blows to two of the Brazilians' most influential stars.
The Brazilians coach issued a stern warning to his squad as they prepare to host Abafana Bes'thende in the first leg of their MTN8 semi-final. The Portuguese tactician is determined to see his side establish dominance early to avoid a repeat of the difficulties they faced against the Durban-based outfit last term.
The 25-year-old’s highly anticipated move to Major League Soccer was meant to be the launchpad for a glittering career abroad, but the South African forward’s time with The Reds ended in frustration. After failing to cement a place in the starting XI and enduring multiple loan spells, the striker has returned to Mamelodi Sundowns to reignite his scoring touch.
The Brazilians have been forced to rethink their defensive strategy following a devastating injury to the star right-back. The South Africa international looks set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines, leaving the Pretoria giants’ technical staff to navigate a sudden vacancy in one of the most critical roles in their setup.
The Tshwane giants once again flexed their financial muscle and recruitment prowess when they secured one of South Africa’s most exciting young talents. The 22-year-old’s switch to Chloorkop sent shockwaves through the Betway Premiership, with the winger choosing the reigning African champions despite interest from major rivals.
The Portuguese tactician has come out fighting to defend the club's approach to the Wafa Wafa campaign, insisting that the Tshwane giants are desperate to end their underwhelming record in the competition. Despite a history of heartbreak in the tournament, the 54-year-old mentor is adamant that his tactical choices are purely about managing a grueling schedule rather than a lack of respect for the silverware.
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 Brazilian coach has heaped praise on the new arrival following his impressive cameos. However, the Portuguese tactician has warned that fans must be patient as the club carefully manages the midfielder’s integration into the starting XI.
Downs' latest league victory has been completely overshadowed by a devastating injury blow to the star defender. The South African international was forced off during the first half of the clash against Marumo Gallants, leaving the technical team sweating over his long-term availability.
The veteran defender has expressed his delight following the return of Cassius Mailula to the Chloorkop outfit. The versatile attacker has reunited with the Brazilians after a challenging period abroad that saw him travel across three different continents in search of regular football.
Former PSL and FIFA referee Dr. Errol Sweeney has delivered a scathing assessment of the proposed R82 million introduction of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in South African football. The veteran official, famously known as "The Hanging Judge," believes the multi-million rand investment is unnecessary and that the true solution to officiating woes lies in structural independence rather than expensive gadgetry.
The Buccaneers boss has doubled down on his direct management style following a week of heavy scrutiny regarding his public treatment of the squad. The Moroccan tactician previously pulled no punches after a draw with AmaZulu, labelling the performance a "disaster" and demanding a his players "wake-up".
The Winelands club's head coach Gavin Hunt has expressed his frustration over the decision to proceed with his side's Premier Soccer League first match so soon after the tragic passing of Jayden Adams. The Winelands outfit suffered a 1-0 defeat to AmaZulu, but the veteran tactician believes the mental toll on his squad from the 25-year-old's tragic death was too significant to ignore.
After returning from the World Cup with Bafana Bafana, the 22-year-old made it clear he saw his future away from Chloorkop. After several failed bids from various clubs around Europe, FC Copenhagen finally reached The Brazilians evaluation of the player and a deal was done.
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