FAR Rabat news

Downs veteran has issued a defiant message to his teammates as the Brazilians prepare for a hostile reception in Morocco. Despite facing significant travel complications, the South African giants are determined to protect their slender lead and secure continental glory.

The Brazilians starlet has emerged as a key target for several clubs following his impressive performances in the DStv Diski Challenge. The young goalkeeper is now being closely monitored by Usuthu and Kruger United as he weighs up his future at Chloorkop.

The Army coach Alexandre Santos has insisted that the continental crown is still within reach for his side despite their 1-0 disadvantage after the first leg at Loftus Versfeld. As they take the Pretoria side back to Rabat, he has a simple message for his team as they seek their first African trophy since 1985.

The Bafana Bafana international did not hold back in clarifying what the future would look like if it were entirely up to him, but the final decision rests with the Chloorkop hierarchy regarding his next step, as his loan spell edges towards its conclusion after a stellar campaign away from his parent club.

The Chloorkop outfit are within touching distance of continental immortality, but the Raja Club Athletic coach has cautioned the South African side that the real battle is only just beginning. While Masandawana head into the second leg brimming with confidence after their first-leg win at Loftus Versfeld, they must now endure a baptism of fire in North Africa if they are to cross the finish line and complete the job.

With all eyes on the final second-leg clash against AS FAR in Morocco and history within reach, the Tshwane giants are not only chasing continental glory but looking to push beyond Africa after securing a narrow first-leg lead, determined to finish the job and secure their place at the top table of global club football.

Masandawana have reportedly finally departed for Morocco after a tense 24-hour delay over landing permit issues threatened to disrupt their CAF Champions League final preparations, with the squad initially stranded at OR Tambo International Airport before clearance was eventually secured.

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.

The Brazilians midfielder has sent a clear message of intent ahead of the decisive second leg of the CAF Champions League final. Following a narrow 1-0 victory over the Moroccan side in the opening encounter, the Chilean star insists the South African giants possess the psychological edge required to secure continental glory.

The Brazilians midfielder has revealed how they meticulously planned to target a specific mobility issue in the Moroccan side's backline that allowed the hosts to dominate the proceedings at Loftus Versfeld and will hopefully carry that same tactical advantage into the second leg.

The private charter travel arrangements the Pretoria club had made to travel to the CAF Champions League second leg in Rabat were delayed by 24 hours after North African authorities failed to grant permission for plane to land.

The Brazilians boss has thrown his full support behind his defender, insisting the 28-year-old is ready for the international stage. With coach Hugo Broos set to name his squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup next week, the timing of Cardoso’s endorsement could not be more significant.

The Brazilians legend has sent a clear message to the loanee, who is preparing to settle his future ahead of the new season. The former Masandawana captain believes the left-back must prioritise playing time over the prestige of returning to Chloorkop.