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Bucs assistant coach has issued a bold warning ahead of the Soweto Derby, insisting that any talk of 'revenge' from Amakhosi could backfire and play straight into the Buccaneers’ hands. With the Mayfair side still riding the confidence of their emphatic 3-0 win over Amakhosi in February, the Sea Robbers head into another blockbuster clash carrying a psychological edge.

The Soweto Derby is South African football’s headline act, and anticipation is already boiling over ahead of Sunday’s showdown at FNB Stadium, with the former Buccaneers star stepping in to size up the clash and back a bold outcome prediction.

The Super Eagles goalkeeper is currently a free agent after his surprise departure from Chippa United in February. Since then, he has been linked with several clubs, with Amakhosi reportedly emerging as the most prominent suitor.

The Black and Gold jersey has long weighed like a mountain on even the most gifted stars, sparking a ruthless cycle of marquee arrivals and low-key departures at Naturena. Now, former Amakhosi midfielder has peeled back the curtain on the hidden battles that haunt players at the Soweto giants, admitting he, too, was overwhelmed by the club’s relentless mental pressure.

The duo has had a good season for both the Soweto giants and the national team, Bafana Bafana, who are set to compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Football stakeholders in Mzansi have been discussing who has done enough to win the prestigious individual award this season.

The South Africa international has been a factor for the Buccaneers this season across all competitions domestically. After winning the MTN8 and the Carling Knockout, the Sea Robbers are on course to challenge Mamelodi Sundowns in the Premier Soccer League race, and the 21-year-old remains a key player for them.

Masandawana are facing a battle to retain a youth international who is free to sign a pre-contract with a club of his choice. An English club has registered interest in the talented player, while multiple PSL sides are keeping close tabs on his situation.

The South African national team have many players to select from when it comes to protecting the goalkeeper, but the veteran Belgian has been urged to consider one Bucs star who has been excellent this season. With barely two months to the World Cup, it is interesting to see whether the technical team will consider him.

The next couple of days are vital in the South African top tier, as they will paint a clear picture of whether Bucs can sustain their push for the crown. Masandawana are in action on Wednesday night, hoping to get their 11th straight win in the Mzansi top-flight division to overtake the Soweto giants, who have played two games more.

The football fraternity will be treated to another spectacle when Soweto's most followed clubs clash again on April 26 at the FNB Stadium. Bucs will be looking for points to boost their chances of winning the league, while Amakhosi need a win that will help them cement a top-three post.

Currently, the Sea Robbers' focus is firmly on the league title race, where they are in a prime position to end their over-decade-long wait for the trophy. However, back in the club's mind are plans to make the squad even more competitive in order to challenge for more titles next season.

The former Masandawana forward has spent the season in Belgium, but his future now hangs in the balance. With uncertainty growing around his next move, even if he returns to Toronto FC, questions continue to swirl about where he will land next. A former Buccaneers star has since weighed in, advising him on the transfer that could best reignite and steer his career in the right direction.

The South African star has struggled to replicate the top-level performance he showed at Bucs before he left for Saudi Arabia. The 21-year-old has also found it hard to break into the first team on a more regular basis, making his chances of going to the global bonanza a subject of debate.