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Agent on Mokwana's next move: 'He will not return to Esperance'

The former Bafana Bafana winger is reaching a critical crossroads in his career as his loan spell in Saudi Arabia nears its conclusion. After a challenging stint in North Africa that didn't go according to plan, the former Sekhukhune United star is now the subject of intense transfer speculation regarding his next permanent move.

Lucas Ribeiro, Cultural Leonesa, November 2025

Lucas Ribeiro set to sign with Mokwena's Al Ittihad Tripoli

The 2024/25 PSL Player of the Season and the Golden Boot winner was relegated with Spanish LaLiga 2 side Cultural Leonesa and will not see his short term contract extended, leaving him as a free agent less than a year on from his acrimonious departure from Masandawana.

Cardoso urged to bench Kekana for CAFCL final

Former Masandawana star Thabo Nthethe has sent a firm warning to the Portuguese coach ahead of the club's high-stakes Champions League final second leg against AS FAR. Despite the veteran centre-back returning from suspension, the legendary defender believes disrupting the current backline partnership would be a fatal mistake for the Brazilians.

Mokwana in demand as window nears

Bafana Bafana star has become one of the most talked-about names in the market as the transfer window approaches. The talented winger is currently seeing his stock rise significantly following a productive spell in the Middle East.

Thapelo Morena and Langelihle Phili, Mamelodi Sundowns vs Stellenbosch

Sundowns vs Stellenbosch Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

The defending Premier Soccer League champions will go to the summit of the table with victory in the midweek assignment. Stellies have been doing quite well in the recent assignments, explaining why the Wednesday fixture will be exciting for the fans and stakeholders as well. Gavin Hunt's men are hopeful of a top-eight finish, explaining why they need a positive result.

Sundowns to face Moroccan novices in CAF Champions League final

The Brazilians have discovered their opponents for the CAF Champions League final after Al Zaeem successfully navigated a tense semi-final second leg against The Orange Boys. Despite suffering a 1-0 defeat on the night, the Moroccan side did just enough to protect their first-leg 2-0 advantage and book their place in the continental showpiece.

Miguel Cardoso, Mamelodi Sundowns, April 2026

Cardoso breaks silence after matching Mosimane's CAF CL record - 'Marvelous'

The Portuguese helped Masandawana make history by guiding them to their final for the fourth time in the club’s history and for the second year in a row. The semi-final also produced a star for the Tshwane giants in Brayan Leon, who became just the third player on record since 2016-17 to score in four consecutive starts in the Champions League, the others being Walid Soliman in 2018 and Ayoub El Kaabi in 2019-2021.

Patrice Beaumelle, Esperance, April 2026

Esperance coach fumes at 'disaster decision' penalty as Sundowns advance in CAF CL

Taraji's head coach has launched a scathing attack on the officiating after his side was knocked out of the continental competition by the Tshwane giants. The Tunisian heavyweights fell to a 2-0 aggregate defeat following a narrow loss at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

Brayan Leon, Mamelodi Sundowns, April 2026

Sundowns 1-0 Esperance: 'Pirates, do not get excited; Rhulani Mokwena is overrated'

Masandawana are getting closer and closer to their continental dream after edging one of Africa's iconic clubs from Tunisia. Brayan Leon continues to prove why the Tshwane giants pursued him in the January transfer window and is turning out to be the club's hero on the bigger stage. Despite critics putting him under pressure and constant surveillance, coach Miguel Cardoso could silence them even deeper if he finally wins the CAF trophy and defends the PSL title.

Yanela Mbuthuma and Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates, April 2026

Pirates 3-0 AmaZulu: 'Rele how do you miss a penalty? Appollis is by far our best signing in 10 years!'

Things couldn’t be heating up more at the summit, with the Soweto giants storming back to the top of the Premier Soccer League table with a two-point lead, albeit with the Brazilians still holding two games in hand. Abdeslam Ouaddou’s charges have turned up the heat, cranking up the pressure and laying down a serious marker to their title rivals as the race tightens.

Ex-Pirates forward dismisses Pirates advantage notion over Sundowns

The Soweto giants and Masandawana have turned the Premier Soccer League title race into a gripping contest rarely seen in recent years. Their relentless push at the top has added layers of drama and unpredictability to the battle for the league crown. As the season edges towards its conclusion, the finale is shaping up to be one of the most highly anticipated in recent memory.

Grant Kekana and Florian Danho, Mamelodi Sundowns vs Esperance

Sundowns vs Esperance Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

The Brazilians need to avoid defeat in South Africa to seal progress to the ultimate stage, where they will face either RS Berkane or AS FAR Rabat. Having won their maiden continental crown a decade ago, Masandawana have a better chance of getting past the Tunisian heavyweights after a victory in Tunis in the previous meeting.

Sundowns handed a match-winning strategy to beat Esperance in CAF CL

As Masandawana prepare for the continental clash against their rivals from North Africa, they continue to get advice on how they can successfully outwit them. Given that the Tshwane giants are the only team carrying South Africa's flag in the inter-club competition, there is a general wish that they succeed in order to send a message that, indeed, the Premier Soccer League is a high-level competition.

Cardoso sets 'we need to dance' tone ahead of Sundowns-Esperance CAF CL showdown

The Tshwane giants are set to host the Tunisian club at the sold-out Loftus Versfeld this Saturday. Holding a narrow 1-0 lead from the CAF Champions League first leg in Tunis, the Brazilians have taken the first step toward progression, but their coach remains cautious of any complacency.

Advantage Sundowns? Not really! Esperance coach sends warning to Downs ahead of CAF CL clash

Masandawana's eyes are firmly on the upcoming continental game that will decide their fate in the inter-club competition. The Premier Soccer League giants will be playing at home, carrying a slight 1-0 advantage, and many have predicted they have a higher chance of advancing. But do the Tunisian giants care about odds being placed against them?

German-born international wary of 'Monster of Africa' Sundowns

The defending Premier Soccer League champions, Masandawana, have been a hard nut to crack, not only in South Africa but on the continent at large. The Brazilians are chasing a second star in the prestigious club competition and need just a draw this weekend to get into the final, where they will play either RS Berkane or AS FAR Rabat.

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Nkosinathi Sibisi, Abdeslam Ouaddou, Relebohile Mofokeng and Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates

Mbuyane defends Mbuthuma and delivers PSL title race verdict

The Bucs legend has admitted it would be a massive blow for the Buccaneers to finish as runners-up in the Premier Soccer League again. Despite a season that has already delivered two domestic trophies, the lingering presence of Mamelodi Sundowns continues to haunt the Soweto giants in their quest for league glory.

Grant Kekana, Thapelo Morena, Divine Lunga and Zuko Mdunyelwa of Mamelodi Sundowns

A call from Downs to Chiefs or Pirates? 'We are representing Mzansi'

Masandawana will be in action this weekend at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, hoping to eliminate Esperance from the prestigious continental club competition. The Brazilians claimed a 1-0 win in the initial outing in Tunis a couple of days ago, explaining why it will be vital for them to have maximum support at home.

Youngster 'ready' to step into Kekana's shoes in crucial CAF CL game

The defending Premier Soccer League champions hope to complete the job in Pretoria on Saturday against the Tunisian heavyweights and secure a back-to-back CAF Champions League final ticket. Last year, they fell to Egyptian outfit Pyramids in the last hurdle and will be aiming at making it better in the almost-ending campaign.

Siyanda Ndlovu, Golden Arrows vs Stellenbosch, February 2026

Reported Pirates transfer target adviced on how to break into Bafana squad

The South African star is among the players who are doing well in the ongoing season and has been described as national team material. However, to get a call to Bafana, he has been advised that continued impressive performance against the PSL 'Big Three' is a must for him to earn the coach's attention.

Ex-Pirates star says title race is slipping away from Bucs as Sundowns close in on PSL glory

The former Soweto giants goalkeeper Moeneeb Josephs has delivered a brutal reality check to the Buccaneers faithful, claiming the Premier Soccer League title race is effectively over. Despite his deep emotional ties to the club, the legendary shot-stopper believes Sundowns' vast experience and Pirates' tendency to stumble at the finish line have handed the crown back to the Brazilians.

Zuko Mdunyelwa, Mamelodi Sundowns, August 2025

Mudunyelwa warns Sundowns CAF CL job not done vs Esperance

The Tshwane giants are fine-tuning for battle with a foot in the continental showpiece, but the 26-year-old right-back has slammed the brakes on any early celebrations at Chloorkop. Even with a narrow first-leg cushion in their pocket, the Masandawana defender has made it clear the mission is still wide open as they gear up to welcome the Tunisian team.

Keanu Cupido, Mamelodi Sundowns, October 2025

Cupido declares Sundowns younger defenders 'will need my help' against Esperance in CAF CL

The Brazilians hold a slender 1-0 advantage over the Blood and Gold from the first leg of their last-four clash in Africa’s premier club competition. They head into the return fixture determined to protect that lead and finish the job.

Mamelodi Sundowns, Esperance, April 2026

Esperance thump chest ahead of Downs date: 'Nothing is decided no team has qualified'

The North African outfit will be at Loftus Versfeld Stadium this weekend to face the Premier Soccer League heavyweights, who enjoy a slight advantage after the initial meeting a couple of days ago. The Tunisian team insists the Brazilians are not yet through to the last hurdle despite playing in Mzansi.

Kekana's red card a 'big blow' but Sundowns told why it is not a worry

The Brazilians are gearing up to host their Tunisian opponents, but they will be without one of their key defenders for the clash. His absence comes as a setback ahead of such a crucial encounter, but the Tshwane giants have been urged not to lose sleep over his unavailability.

'I needed to go to toilet!' - Cardoso

The defending Premier Soccer League champions are at least a draw away from the CAF Champions League final for the second year in a row, where they will play either RS Berkane or AS FAR Rabat. Masandawana are desperate to secure the second star in the competition following their triumph a decade ago.

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