A former Orlando Pirates star has voiced growing alarm over the physical condition of the CAF Champions League-winning star, as South Africa gears up for their historic global showpiece. The Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder has been pushed to the limit across a demanding blend of domestic and international commitments, with a gruelling schedule sparking growing fears of burnout even before the tournament kicks off.
The coach has wasted no time in identifying the deep-rooted issues at Buffalo City despite successfully guiding the club to top-flight safety in his single game in charge. The experienced tactician, who was brought in for the final day of the season, secured a vital 1-0 win over Kaizer Chiefs to ensure the Chilli Boys remain in the Betway Premiership.
Naturena is preparing for a significant reshuffle of their backroom staff following a season of mixed fortunes under their now departed co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef. Now, popular goalkeeper coach Ilyes Mzoughi has also confirmed his exit.
In his last post-match interview the Burundian co-coach spoke about the intense scrutiny and high expectations he faced during his tenure at Naturena and acknowledged that fans would likely call for him and Khalil Ben Youssef to leave the club. Their departure was confirmed just two days later.
The former Amakhosi midfielder has thrown his support behind the club's decision to overhaul their technical team once again following the exits of the co-coaches who led the Glamour Boys to a third-place league finish and secured CAF Confederation Cup qualification.
The Naturena hierarchy have already made their decision regarding the futures of their technical bench. Despite leading the Soweto giants to their best league finish in six seasons, the club management has opted for a fresh direction as their co-coaches contracts approach their expiration date.
Naturena is reportedly preparing for a seismic shift in their squad dynamics as the club looks to offload 10 players this winter. Management is set to wield the axe in a bid to refresh a side that has struggled for consistency, with several high-profile names appearing on the chopping block.
The Congolese striker was sent off against Usuthu for removing his shirt in celebration of his goal. It was suggested by several pundits he should face sanctions from his club for what was described as "amateur behaviour" by at least one ex-pro who also demanded Amakhosi hit him with a massive financial penalty. Judging from the 28-year-old's Instagram account, the club followed through on the disciplinary procedures.
The Amakhosi youth academy graduate has opened up on the mixed emotions following his historic senior debut for the Glamour Boys. Despite etching his name into the record books as the youngest goalkeeper to feature for the Naturena-based side in the Premier Soccer League, the 18-year-old shot-stopper remains a true perfectionist at heart.
Amakhosi have reached the 'stick or twist' crossroads following the conclusion of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season, with the futures of the current technical team hanging in the balance. Despite a narrow defeat on the final day, the club’s leadership must now decide whether to stick with the current coaching structure or seek a fresh start for the next campaign.
Amakhosi hosted the Chilli Boys in the final match of the 2025/26 season, aiming to wrap up the campaign in style with a victory. However, the Eastern Cape-based outfit proved to be too powerful for the Soweto giants in front of their fans in Durban. The Chippa Mpengesi side moved out of the relegation zone with a victory over the 2025 Nedbank Cup winner to retain their status in the top-flight.
The Bafana Bafana right-back has revealed his mindset regarding a difficult campaign with Amakhosi that saw his involvement limited by both injury and selection choices. The long-serving versatile defender has maintained a professional outlook despite facing one of the most challenging periods of his career at the outfit.
All the details to follow the Premier Soccer League clash between Amakhosi in third and the Chilli Boys in a relegation-threatened 13th in what is the final Betway Premiership match of the season for both sides. The Soweto club are already guaranteed qualification for CAF competition but face a team desperate for points to avoid falling into the relegation/promotion play offs.
Former Amakhosi hardman has mapped out his path to the dugout at Naturena, declaring his intention to one day to return to the Glamour Boys as head coach. The Zimbabwean international, who became a cult hero during a decade of service in the club’s midfield, is currently forging his path in the coaching ranks in his home country after hanging up his boots.
The Buccaneers are on the brink of domestic glory, but local legend Mlungisi Ngubane has issued a stern warning against complacency. The former Bush Bucks star has invoked the ghost of 1987, reminding the Buccaneers of the painful lesson the Glamour Boys learned during a dramatic end-of-season meltdown.
The future of South African football broadcasting has been handed a major boost following high-level discussions between the top flight league and the French media powerhouse who bought out DSTV. Concerns over the impact the takeover would have on the PSL's lucrative television rights have been widespread after the global broadcaster embarked on aggressive cost-cutting measures.
The Amakhosi rising star has insisted that the weight of his family name does not hinder his performances at the club. The 23-year-old has become a focal point of discussion at Naturena as he looks to forge his own path at the club where his dad achieved legendary status.
The Amakhosi prospect has spoken candidly about the significant shift in expectations and pressure he has encountered since moving to Naturena. The Amajita star admits that life at one of Africa's biggest clubs has been a steep learning curve following his high-profile transfer.
Amakhosi have reportedly emerged as shock contenders to secure the signature of the Buccaneers frontman. The 29-year-old is currently spending the second half of the season on loan at the Winelands club, but with his contract situation at Mayfair still unresolved, several clubs are monitoring his situation.
The 26-year-old midfielder's hopes of rebuilding his career in Southeast Asia have ended in disaster after he was officially released by Nam Dinh FC without having played a single minute of competitive football following a nightmare spell dominated by injury.
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.
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