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As Masandawana chase the Premier Soccer League and the CAF Champions League glory, they have to deal with a congested calendar. Given that some of their players form the backbone of the national team, it means they had a limited rest during the international break. Broos was asked whether he was going to consider Downs' calendar, and he said that was not his problem.

The KwaZulu-Natal outfit remains on course to win their first major trophy after reaching the final of South Africa's biggest knockout competition. They now wait for the winner between TS Galaxy and Milford FC, who clash in another semi-final match.

The Polokwane City star has been on an impressive rise, and his consistent performances at club level have earned him recognition and regular call-ups to the national side. However, a former Amakhosi star has questioned why the defender continues to receive limited playing minutes in international matches despite his growing influence.

The Masandawana star is at the sunset of his career, while the Bucs' forward has just begun his career. There has been a raging debate on who will eventually succeed Mshishi given how the experienced playmaker has been influential, especially for his club. President Yama 2000 has shown signs he is ready to step up, but is the debate on who is better coming at the right time?

The 53-year-old coach has warned his players that their record-breaking momentum will mean nothing if they fail to maintain their standards in the Premier Soccer League title race. Despite sitting at the summit of the table, the Portuguese tactician is refusing to let complacency creep into the Chloorkop camp.

The defending Premier Soccer League champions collected vital points on Friday to underline their ambition in the ongoing 2025/26 edition of the South African top-flight football. The Sea Robbers have been doing quite well in Mzansi in their bid to stop the Brazilians from another triumph.

The Portuguese coach praised Masandawana’s tactical flexibility and squad depth after their emphatic 4-1 victory over Chilli Boys on Friday night at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, a result that sees the Brazilians reclaim top spot in the Premier Soccer League standings.

Masandawana needed the win in order to go top of the Premier Soccer League table and at least widen the gap between them and Orlando Pirates. However, the title race remains tight, given that both contenders are only separated by two points as the campaign enters the home stretch. For the Chilli Boys, the defeat is a big blow in their bid to climb up the ladder and avoid a relegation fight.

Masandawana are the only team carrying South Africa's flag on the continental stage after Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs and Stellenbosch FC were eliminated. After losing in the final of Africa's top-tier club competition last season, Downs are confident that they will win their second continental star this time around.

The 22-year-old is enjoying a terrific year after completing a big move to Masandawana, where he has continued to raise his profile. His impressive performances have also helped him stay in the national team setup. If his progress continues, he could find himself on the plane to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in June.

The race for the Premier Soccer League Golden Boot is heating up, with the Masandawana star firmly among the leading contenders. He has kept himself in the conversation for the top-scorer crown. However, his impressive exploits in front of goal have not earned the national team coach's appreciation.

The duo worked together at the Premier Soccer League giants, but their relationship deteriorated in the last stages of their stay at the club. While the midfielder insists that he had fun moments with the tactician at first, there are things he would not have accepted from the coach.

After the international break, full focus is now on the club's competitions, and the league race is expected to dominate the headlines again. The Sea Robbers and the Tshwane giants are in a tight marathon, and pundits are now discussing who has the advantage in the entertaining race.