There have been questions about the goalkeeping department at the Glamour Boys for several years now, with current shot stoppers failing to deliver consistently. A section of the club's supporters feels the second-choice custodian should be let go, especially after conceding what was a seemingly easy goal in the 3-1 win over Orbit College.
Despite enjoying a respectable run in the Premier Soccer League this season, Usuthu will refresh their technical team ahead of the next campaign. That process has left the coach searching for a trusted lieutenant who can work closely with him when the new season kicks off.
The veteran South African tactician has been unattached for more than a year, with his last job coming during a short stint in Iran. He has been one of the most sought-after coaches on the continent, and now, reports suggest he could be set for a return to North Africa.
The former Richards Bay striker has been one of the players who have enjoyed game time at the Soweto giants. However, he has not scored many goals as anticipated. The forward has not been clinical, something that has attracted criticism from a section of the Sea Robbers faithful who feel he should do more.
The Buccaneers have been ruthless in attack, as well as defensively solid, in recent South African top-tier matches they have been playing. Currently, the Soweto giants have the best defensive record in Mzansi as well as the best in taking chances, which gives them a massive chance to beat the defending champions to the crown this season.
The loss is a big blow to the Rockets, who are in desperate need of a victory in order to avoid sliding down towards the relegation zone. After the international break, teams are now focused on their league duties, with some fighting against possible relegation as Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns engage in the title race.
The 21-year-old has been delivering effectively for the Soweto giants in the last couple of games, hoping to guide them past Mamelodi Sundowns in the quest to win the Premier Soccer League title. Despite a massive interest from several clubs on the continent and around the world, nothing concrete, reportedly, has been put on the table.
The South Africa international has been in the form of his life for the Sea Robbers, scoring goals at will as the Soweto giants continue chasing Mamelodi Sundowns for the Premier Soccer League title. The 21-year-old is also expected to make the Bafana Bafana squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be played from June 11.
The South African mentor is one of the most experienced tacticians in the country and has been linked with Amakhosi. However, the midweek heavy defeat to Bucs seems to have punctured his credibility, as some now believe he cannot coach a big club like the Glamour Boys.
South Africa's Sports Minister dropped a bombshell on Wednesday when he mentioned that a sports super fan had R700,000 spent on her on one trip to France by the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture. It is a revelation that appears to have angered fans amid the superfan's demand to have the government sponsor her trip to North America.
The Glamour Boys have initially missed out on some top players who ended up joining their rivals in the South African Premier Soccer League. One has risen to the highest level, playing in the CAF Champions League, and is set to make the Bafana Bafana squad that will compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the next two months.
In the absence of Brandon Petersen, the second-choice custodian has been trusted to undertake the goalkeeping duties. However, he has been under scrutiny, as some believe his performances are below par at times. Against the Mswenko Boys, he conceded a goal that increased the criticism directed at him.
The former Orlando Pirates winger turned up for Al-Ettifaq training with an Amakhosi jersey, something that raised eyebrows owing to the rivalry between the two Soweto giants in South Africa. The Bafana Bafana international shone for the Buccaneers for a season before the Saudi Arabian Pro League outfit signed him at the beginning of the season.
The Soweto giants could be regretting their January decisions after opting against signing a new goalkeeper while also sending Bontle Molefe out on loan. With their current shot-stoppers struggling with availability, the club is dangerously thin on options between the sticks at a crucial stage of the season.
The Glamour Boys are slowly turning the tide after initially losing four games in a row across all competitions. Although their chance of winning the Premier Soccer League title race is a distant dream, they are on a good trajectory to finish in the top three. If they achieve a position in that bracket, it will be considered an achievement after missing the top eight last season.
The Glamour Boys co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has sent a defiant message, insisting that the Soweto giants are ready to fight for the highest honors possible for the remainder of the season. Following a resurgent run of form, the Amakhosi mentor has refused to rule out a late charge for the top spots in the league standings.
Chiefs co-coach has lifted the lid on the ongoing personnel headaches affecting the Soweto giants, admitting that the technical team is being pushed into constant tactical reshuffles. Even after a morale-boosting 3-1 triumph over Orbit College FC, Amakhosi are still sweating over the fitness of several key first-team regulars, keeping the selection dilemma very much alive.
Maboe has praised the indomitable spirit within the Amakhosi dressing room after the Soweto giants secured a crucial come-from-behind victory on Monday afternoon. The midfielder’s influential performance earned him a third consecutive individual accolade as the Glamour Boys continue their strong resurgence, securing a third win in a row.
The Amakhosi co-coach has opened up on the club's tactical evolution and psychological approach after a resilient 3-1 victory over Mswenko Boys. Despite a sluggish start that saw them fall behind, the Naturena-based outfit rallied strongly to keep their top-three ambitions firmly on track.
Amakhosi went into Monday afternoon’s clash at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium aiming to replicate their memorable 4-1 victory over the Rustenburg side, seeking to strengthen their push for one final mission, finishing third on the Premier Soccer League table and securing a coveted CAF Confederation Cup qualification spot. On the other end, Orbit continues to fight for survival in the top flight, still anchored to 15th position and battling to climb out of the relegation zone.
Amakhosi make a trip to Port Elizabeth on Monday to face relegation-threatened Mswenko Boys in the South African top-flight football. The Soweto giants need maximum points in their bid to return to continental football in the 2026/27 edition. Any lapses might see them fail to realise their objective.
The Glamour Boys are aware that a win on Monday night will bring them closer to CAF inter-club qualification, following their failure to mount a consistent and meaningful challenge in the Premier Soccer League title race. However, the likes of AmaZulu and Sekhukhune United are also hoping to secure the top-three position.
The former Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates star has continued from where he stopped while with Wydad Athletic Club in the Botola Pro league. He was on target on Sunday afternoon as the 39-year-old South African tactician guided the Libyan heavyweights to a big win in his debut in the North African country.
After back-to-back victories, Amakhosi return to action on Monday hoping to get one more win. This will be their first engagement after the international break, and their fans hope the players are in good form to continue with the good run. With the PSL debutants struggling, it might be another perfect chance for the Soweto giants to collect more points.
Recently, Amakhosi have faced turbulent times, from elimination from the Nedbank Cup and the CAF Confederation Cup to conceding ground in the Premier Soccer League title race. However, recent outings have been positive, boosting their chances of finishing in the top three.
The former Amakhosi goalkeeper, Itumeleng Khune, has sounded the alarm, calling on South African football to double down on specialist striker coaching to fix the country’s finishing drought. The iconic shot-stopper has firmly backed Majoro, who has stepped up by launching a focused academy aimed at turning blunt attacking play into a clinical edge.
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