Durban City news

Former top-flight head coach has broken his silence following his sudden departure from the club, admitting that being denied the chance to lead his team into a cup final is a bitter pill to swallow. The 43-year-old tactician was relieved of his duties by the chairman this week, ending a nearly two-year tenure just as the club reaches the business end of the season.

The South African football icon has shared his thoughts on the intense battle for the Betway Premiership title as The Buccaneers and The Brazilians go head-to-head. With the season reaching its final stages, the legendary figure has weighed the prospects of his former club against the dominant force from Pretoria.

As the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League hurtles toward a nail-biting finale, the race for the best possible finish and survival is reaching a boiling point. Dikwena tša Meetse delivered a statement performance, blowing City away to ease the heat on their top-flight status. Meanwhile, the Rockets’ slump rolls on with wins hard to come by, while the Natal Rich Boys keep knocking on the door, determined to muscle their way into the top-eight conversation.

As the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League season races toward a tense finale, the battle for the best position and survival is hitting a fever pitch. The Rockets’ struggles continue as wins prove elusive, while the Natal Rich Boys keep pushing to force their way into the top-eight conversation. At the other end, concern is growing for Magesi and the Mswenko Boys as the pressure at the bottom intensifies.

As the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League hurtles toward a nail-biting finale, the race for the best possible finish and survival is reaching a boiling point. Dikwena tša Meetse delivered a statement performance, blowing City away to ease the heat on their top-flight status. Meanwhile, the Rockets’ slump rolls on with wins hard to come by, while the Natal Rich Boys keep knocking on the door, determined to muscle their way into the top-eight conversation.

As the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League season hurtles toward its dramatic finale, the battle lines are sharply drawn across the table. Stellies' victory on Friday night did little to shift the standings, as Gavin Hunt’s charges remain level on points with Golden Arrows, who stay ahead on goal difference. The race to muscle into the coveted top eight is reaching a boiling point, while down in the trenches, sides like Marumo Gallants, Orbit College, and Magesi FC remain locked in a gritty scrap to dodge the drop.

The battle at the bottom remains unpredictable as the Mswenko Boys settled for a point in Bloemfontein. Meanwhile, Rise and Shine salvaged a late point against Chilli Boys, and Babina Noko’s Limpopo derby win reignited hopes of a strong finish following a winless run. Arrows also bounced back to collect all three points, as Usuthu were once again stalled in their push for CAF qualification.

Rise and Shine salvaged a late point against Chilli Boys after a penalty drama, while Babina Noko’s Limpopo derby win reignited hopes of a strong finish following a winless run. Arrows bounced back to secure all three points, as Usuthu were once again stalled in their push for CAF spot qualification, with the battle between Gallants and Orbit still wide open in the relegation zone.

Polokwane salvaged a late point against Chippa after a penalty drama, while Babina Noko’s Limpopo derby win reignited hopes of a strong finish following a winless run. Arrows bounced back to secure all three points, as Usuthu were once again stalled in their push for CAF spot qualification, with the battle between Gallants and Orbit still wide open in the relegation zone.

Babina Noko’s Limpopo derby win has reignited hopes of a strong finish to the season. Arrows also bounced back, securing all three points against City. Usuthu were once again stalled in their push for CAF Confederation Cup qualification, while the Chilli Boys continue to fight clear of the relegation scrap. The battle between Gallants and Orbit remains wide open.

The Tshwane giants’ head coach has praised Katlego Ntsabeleng for his professionalism and mental resilience following his match-winning display against Durban City on Tuesday. The attacking midfielder is gradually carving out his place in the Chloorkop side, with his relentless spirit and positive attitude earning the admiration of the Portuguese tactician. As the league nears its climax, his efforts are beginning to pay off at exactly the right time.

The Abafana Bes’thende coach has been left charmed by a Buccaneers star he regards as an evergreen performer, one he believes his own players should look up to and emulate. The experienced campaigner continues to deliver consistently, proving that age is no barrier to influence at the highest level. He has also come in handy for the Soweto giants as they push strongly for the Premier Soccer League title.

The Portuguese mentor has demanded near-perfection from his squad as the title race reaches its decisive phase, with the Brazilians sitting top of the table after a remarkable run of form, and the 53-year-old coach is making it clear there is no margin for error as pressure intensifies.