Former Buccaneers frontman Phumudzo Manenzhe has sent a clear message to Amakhosi hierarchy regarding their managerial situation. As the 2024/25 campaign draws to a close, the retired striker turned analyst believes the Glamour Boys should resist the urge to overhaul their technical bench once again.
The tactician of the Bloemfontein-based side has opened up on the prospects of retaining the Amakhosi duo beyond the current campaign. The coach admitted that while he values their quality, the final decision remains with the parent club at Naturena.
The Congolese striker is not having a good week despite his goal against AmaZulu. He was sent off for removing his shirt in celebration, then learned he was left out of DR Congo's World Cup squad and now is facing the ire of an ex-pro demanding Amakhosi hit him with a massive financial penalty for his ill-advised goal jubilation.
Amakhosi have finally broken a six-year drought by surpassing the 50-point mark in the Betway Premiership, signalling a potential return to the summit of South African football. Following a narrow 1-0 victory over AmaZulu, the co-coach has hailed the progress made by the squad during a transformative campaign.
The 25-year-old is quickly becoming the first name on the Glamour Boys team sheet. Since making the left-back spot his own, the Amakhosi star has earned rave reviews for his defensive steel and newfound consistency. His rapid rise to prominence has come as no surprise to those who tracked his early development, as he continues to prove he belongs at the highest level in Naturena.
The Amakhosi co-coach has offered a candid assessment of the club’s season, insisting the Glamour Boys were genuine title contenders for large parts of the campaign. He believes Chiefs consistently pushed the log leaders and remained firmly in the mix until a late-season dip slowed their momentum. Despite that setback, the Burundian tactician feels there is plenty to take forward, highlighting there's lessons picked and how they can be done differently going forward as the team looks to mount a stronger and more sustained challenge at the summit in the future.
The Glamour Boys co-coach has been left frustrated by the 'unfortunate' sending off of the Amakhosi star during the club’s victory over Usuthu on Saturday afternoon. Despite securing a vital three points at the Moses Mabhida Stadium, the Congolese winger's moment of madness has overshadowed an otherwise clinical performance.
The penultimate round of league fixtures saw three of the bottom four beaten to leave relegation and the play-off place up in the air for the last day of the season. Further up the table, MTN8 qualification was sealed, or enhanced for several clubs, leaving Siwelele, Stellenbosch, and Durban City fighting it out for the final spot.
Former Amakhosi right-back Isaac Mabotsa has raised serious concerns regarding the 32-year-old’s start to life at Naturena, suggesting the former Buccaneer has failed to live up to expectations. Despite arriving with a wealth of experience, the diminutive defender has struggled to find his rhythm under the current technical team.
The Soweto giants locked horns with Usuthu in the Premier Soccer League on Saturday in the penultimate round, searching for a win and to continue the strong finish in the 2025/26 season. Amakhosi produced another spirited performance in Durban that took the club to 54 points.
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.
Amakhosi are reportedly putting plans in place to bolster their attacking options ahead of what promises to be a gruelling 2026/27 season. The Soweto giants have identified a new target within the Premier Soccer League as they prepare for a return to continental football.
The race for the talented midfielder is heating up, catching the eye of the Premier Soccer League heavyweights. Prosport International agent has now addressed the growing speculation surrounding the 25-year-old’s future at the KZN-based outfit.
Amakhosi right-back Reeve Frosler has revealed that maintaining high levels of motivation is proving to be a difficult task as the club enters the final stretch of the Betway Premiership season. Despite having already secured their primary objective of a Top Three finish and CAF Confederations Cup qualification, the defender insists that professional standards must not slip.
As the league title race enters its thrilling conclusion as Orlando Pirates chase down Mamelodi Sundowns, thoughts turn towards the other trophies and medals available to the players who have excelled this season. And while votes determine most of these accolades in one way or another, the top scorer award is undisputed. You either score the most goals, or you don't.
Amakhosi have officially signaled their intent to modernise their administrative structure by confirming a high-profile appointment to lead the club’s business operations. The Soweto giants are preparing for a return to continental football and have opted for a familiar face to steer the ship during this transitional period.
The Amakhosi midfielder insists the Soweto giants are finally hitting their stride after a season of steady growth in the Premier Soccer League. The creative spark, popularly known as ‘Mshini’, believes the Glamour Boys have turned a corner after sealing a top-three finish to secure a return to continental competition.
Amakhosi are facing a major decision regarding the future of Dillan Solomons as the defender enters the final weeks of his current deal at Naturena. The former Moroka Swallows man has found consistency hard to come by during a frustrating period on the side lines.
The talented midfielder’s time at Naturena appears to be reaching a disappointing conclusion as persistent injury problems continue to plague the 27-year-old's career. With his current deal set to expire at the end of June, the former Moroka Swallows man finds himself fighting an uphill battle to prove his worth to the Amakhosi hierarchy.
Baloyi has delivered a stinging reality check to the Naturena faithful, insisting that a third-place finish in the Premier Soccer League is simply not good enough for a club of such stature. While finishing in the pack secures a return to continental competition, the former Amakhosi goalkeeper believes fans shouldn't be fooled by a cosmetic resurgence, warning that the chasm between the Glamour Boys and the league's elite remains embarrassingly wide.
Junior Khanye has heaped praise on interim co-coaches Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze for transforming the club's fortunes this season. The Amakhosi legend believes the duo has delivered a significantly better campaign than their predecessor, Nasreddine Nabi, after securing a top-three finish.
The Glamour Boys co-coach has remained tight-lipped regarding his long-term future at Naturena despite securing continental football for the Soweto giants. Alongside Cedric Kaze, the Tunisian tactician has guided Amakhosi to a guaranteed third-place finish in the Premier Soccer League, marking the club's best league performance in over five years.
The battle for former Royal AM star is heating up as Soweto giants prepare to go head-to-head for the highly-rated midfielder's signature. With the June transfer window on the horizon, the midfield standout has emerged as a high-priority target for both clubs as they look to overhaul their squads for the new campaign.
Amakhosi's co-coach has provided clarity on the surprise omission of several key stars during his side's crucial victory over Babina Noko. The Soweto giants secured their return to continental football with a hard-fought win, despite being deprived of several attacking options.
Amakhosi have moved swiftly to open contract extension talks with forward Glody Makabi Lilepo as they look to secure his long-term future at Naturena. The Congolese import has become a central figure for the Glamour Boys this term, forcing the club’s management to move quickly before competing suitors step in.
The Amakhosi boss has lavished praise on the striker, who emerged from the periphery to play a starring role in the club's 2-0 victory over Sekhukhune United. The result confirmed the Glamour Boys’ qualification for the CAF Confederation Cup, marking a successful achievement of one of the season's primary targets.