The Bucs coach has dialled up the PSL title race, likening the Sea Robbers’ clash with the Tshwane giants to the Manchester City-Arsenal tug-of-war. Fresh off a statement win over Stellenbosch, the Buccaneers are within striking distance and ready to go toe-to-toe after years of Masandawana dominance.
The Buccaneers ex-star has thrown his support behind the Amakhosi legend to make a stunning return to Naturena. With the Glamour Boys expected to reshuffle their technical team at the end of the season, the retired player believes the tactician’s recent exploits have proved he is the ideal person to bring the four-time champions back to their former glory.
The Brazilians defender has issued a warning to his teammates ahead of their high-stakes Betway Premiership clash against Amakhosi. Despite Masandawana's dominant league form, the Bafana Bafana international believes the third position holders pose a serious threat to their unbeaten run.
Former Premier Soccer League and FIFA-accredited referee Victor Hlungwani has officially escalated concerns regarding the use of 'muti' to the highest rule-making body in world football. The veteran official has approached the International Football Association Board (IFAB) to seek clarity and potential legislative changes following a chaotic preamble to the recent Soweto Derby.
GOAL gives you the details to follow the Premier Soccer League clash between the title-chasing Masandawana and CAF qualification candidates Amakhosi at Loftus Versfeld on Wednesday night. A lot is at stake in this tantalising encounter between the log leaders and the Glamour Boys who are third on the table.
Masandawana star Grant Kekana has fired a warning shot at the Soweto giants, insisting the Brazilians are back to their ruthless best ahead of Wednesday’s heavyweight PSL showdown. With the title race heating up, the veteran defender says the reigning champions have rediscovered their swagger and are primed to halt Amakhosi’s mini-revival in its tracks at Loftus Versfeld.
The Rockets chairman has broken his silence regarding the long-term future of Amakhosi legend in the club's dugout. The veteran forward's path to the permanent hot seat has met a significant roadblock.
The 31-year-old netminder is finally beginning to feel settled in the gloves at Naturena. Beeza has opened up on the demanding task of stepping into a highly scrutinised role, filling a space that many felt would be difficult to stabilise. After a turbulent period of rotating goalkeepers at Phefeni, Petersen has gone a long way in silencing the doubters, cementing his status as the undisputed number one with a series of match-saving displays for the Glamour Boys.
Usuthu boss has broken his silence regarding the intensifying rumours linking him with the presidency of the South African Football Association (SAFA). The prominent businessman confirmed he has been tipped to take over the reins at Nasrec but insisted his immediate focus remains in Durban.
The Soweto giants are set for a high-stakes showdown with the Chloorkop outfit, a clash that could define their pursuit of continental football. With the race for a CAF spot reaching boiling point, Amakhosi star Thabo Cele has issued a bold warning, insisting the Glamour Boys are ready to snatch all three points from Masandawana as they look to secure third place.
Downs winger is reportedly facing the prospect of another move away from Chloorkop as he struggles to establish himself during his current loan spell. The 26-year-old has found minutes hard to come by since returning to South Africa, leaving his long-term future with the Brazilians in doubt.
The Brazilians icon has backed his former club to end their long wait for a second continental crown, insisting the current squad possesses the necessary depth and quality to go all the way. The SA representatives are eyeing a historic second star to add to the one they famously secured back in 2016 under Pitso Mosimane.
The Tshwane giants are reportedly closing in on a new deal for the veteran defender. The 31-year-old has endured a nightmare campaign plagued by injuries, but he remains a vital cog in the Brazilians' machine. Despite his recent fitness struggles, Masandawana view the centre-back as a key pillar of their long-term plans as they continue to dominate the domestic landscape.
The Masandawana captain has opened up on the significant impact the imported talent has had on the club’s sustained dominance. The veteran midfielder highlighted how the influx of overseas stars has provided the necessary quality to keep his side at the pinnacle of African football.
After an impressive month it was no surprise that the Bucs winger grabbed both prizes, which he would have deserved just for his cracker of a goal against AmaZulu. The Sundowns coach retained his title off the back of three wins and two draws as his side hit the summit of the league table at exactly the right time.
The Bucs legend has insisted that the battle for the Betway Premiership title is far from over despite the Brazilians' five-point advantage at the summit. The former player believes the upcoming clash between the log leaders and Kaizer Chiefs could be the turning point that keeps the Sea Robbers in the hunt.
The reigning champions are closing in on a record-extending ninth consecutive Betway Premiership title as the league confirms a crucial schedule adjustment. The Brazilians now know exactly when and where they could potentially hoist the trophy as they balance domestic dominance with the pursuit of continental glory.
The retired midfielder believes the Betway Premiership title race is not yet a foregone conclusion despite the Brazilians sitting in a commanding position. With a crucial clash against Kaizer Chiefs on the horizon, the Cameroonian has urged caution while acknowledging the quality within the squad and the consistency of results have almost delivered their ninth league title in a row.
The race for the PSL title is heating up as Masandawana look to defend their crown against a resurgent Soweto side. While the Buccaneers have shown incredible consistency early in the season, the Brazilians are not ready to vacate their throne just yet.
The Glamour Boys have been hit with a significant setback in their quest for continental football as the vice-captain looks set to miss the rest of the 2025/26 campaign. The versatile defender has been a mainstay in the Amakhosi backline, and his absence comes at a critical juncture for the Naturena-based giants.
The highly-rated mentor is reportedly set to continue his technical team overhaul at the Libyan side by securing a key staff member from the PSL. The former Mamelodi Sundowns tactician is looking back to South Africa to bolster his medical department in North Africa.
The African football governing body has raised eyebrows across the continent after appointing a high-profile yet divisive figure to officiate the biggest club game on the continent. The Congolese has been confirmed as the man in the middle for the final’s first leg between The Brazilians and Al-Zaeem.
Amakhosi appear to have reached a definitive conclusion regarding the future of one of their strikers at Naturena. The veteran forward has endured a frustrating campaign on the sidelines and is now widely expected to depart the club as a free agent in the coming weeks.
AmaKhosi are preparing for a significant leadership shake-up at Naturena as the club looks to stabilise its executive structure. Reports suggest that a familiar face is set to take the reins as the new executive boss, to steer the four-time PSL champions to the pinnacle of the South African game.
The Tshwane giants coach has delivered a significant boost to the Masandawana faithful with a fresh update on the highly-rated defender's fitness. The veteran has been a massive miss for Downs and the national team, having spent the vast majority of the current campaign on the treatment table.
The 61-year-old is once again being heavily linked with a return to international management after he emerged as a top candidate for The Eagles. But having just acquired the status of Gauteng Development League team East Rand Athletic FC as part of his football academy project it appears 'Jingles' is more focused on producing future Bafana Bafana stars than coaching current internationals.
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