Former Mamelodi Sundowns striker Rodney Ramagalela has lauded the Bucaneers head coach for his unwavering belief in Yanela Mbuthuma. The forward faced significant backlash from the Ghost during an early season goal drought, but his manager’s persistence has finally started to yield impressive results on both the domestic and international stages.
Former Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns attacker has officially returned to professional football after securing a move to Betway Premiership side, the Village Boys. The 31-year-old winger had been searching for a new project following his exit from Orbit College at the end of the previous campaign.
The Rockets owner has dropped a major hint about the club’s vacant managerial post, raising the possibility of the Bosnia-Herzegovina tactician making a return to the Mpumalanga-based outfit. The club is scouring the market for a high-calibre coach to take charge of the technical team after a difficult spell on the pitch, with the experienced tactician now emerging as a potential option.
Richards Bay chairman Sifiso Biyela has opened up on the unique pressures of South African football management following the appointment of Dimitar Pantev. The Natal Rich Boyz turned to the Bulgarian specialist after a difficult opening stretch that saw the club struggling near the bottom of the Betway Premiership table.
The Rockets are reportedly preparing to restructure their technical team, with Bernard Parker set to be moved from his position as head coach into an assistant role. The decision comes after a disappointing run of form that has left the club languishing in the lower half of the Betway Premiership table.
Brandon Truter gets first taste of win against the Rockets; Milford FC are up to 5th after picking up a point against Durban City; Stellies brushed aside the Betway Premiership newbies to end their winless run; Zimbabwean talisman continued his red-hot scoring form as his goal ensured Usuthu went on a three-match winning run; Babina Noko won a five-goal thriller against Natal Rich Boys.
We can all read the Premier Soccer League log table and quickly see where teams are in the standings. But points earned, goals scored, and conceded, are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to identifying clubs that are over or under performing as there is a wealth of underlying data that measures teams' performance in different areas of the pitch.
The Village Boys claimed their first win in the Betway Premiership in the Mpumalanga Derby, after the Stallions thumped the Natal Rich Boyz, while the City of Roses outfit settled for a draw with Abafana Bes’thende. Another goal from the league’s in-form marksman saw Usuthu climb the table on Saturday, with Bradley Grobler’s late equaliser earning Gavin Hunt’s men a point on Friday.
Former Moroka Swallows star Timothy "RDP" Nkosi has made a series of bold predictions for the 2026/2027 Premier Soccer League season, tipping the Brazilians to reclaim their throne. The retired midfielder believes the early stages of the campaign will be decisive in determining whether the trophy returns to Chloorkop or stays with rivals Buccaneers.
The Rockets tactician has insisted that they are heading in the right direction despite a statistically modest opening to their Premier Soccer League campaign. The Mpumalanga-based side have managed just one victory in their first five outings, but their head coach remains adamant that the squad is evolving effectively under his guidance.
Experienced tactician Luc Eymael has offered a glowing assessment of the PSL as the South African top flight celebrates its 30th anniversary. The Belgian coach believes the division is now operating at a level that rivals major European leagues in almost every department.
The Buccaneers have defied expectations this season by maintaining their dominant form despite the departures of marquee stars Relebohile Mofokeng and Patrick Maswanganyi. Many feared the Soweto club would struggle to replace such influential figures, but head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has earned significant plaudits for his seamless integration of new talent.
The per 90 stats in football measure a player's output scaled to a full 90-minute match, allowing fair comparisons between players with different playing times and allowing us to see who are the genuine best performing players in the league this season so far. The format works by taking a player's total for any metric (eg: goals, tackles, passes, etc) and divides it by their total minutes played, then multiplies by 90 so a regular substitute who plays 15-to-20 minutes a week can be accurately compared to the impact of a starter who plays the full match every week.
The treble-winning striker has received a glowing endorsement from former Mamelodi Sundowns star Sandile Ndlovu, who believes the forward is destined to be the Betway Premiership top goalscorer this season. The former Richards Bay man has hit the ground running with the Buccaneers, showing the clinical edge required to thrive at a massive club.
Bucs legend Steve Lekoelea has voiced serious concerns regarding the head coach's tactical approach early in the season. Despite a strong start to the campaign, the former Buccaneers playmaker believes the current policy of frequent squad rotation is a gamble that could eventually cost the Soweto giants dearly.
Sea Robbers' forward has opened up about his goalscoring breakthrough after netting twice in the Buccaneers' dominant 4-0 victory over the Mpumalanga outfit. The 24-year-old, who has faced scrutiny in the early stages of the season, delivered a clinical performance off the bench to help his side secure all three points at Mbombela Stadium.
The Villages Boys tactician has issued a defiant message to his squad and management following a difficult start to life in the Premier Soccer League. Despite a heavy 4-0 defeat at the hands of the Buccaneers that leaves them rock bottom on the PSL log, the coach is adamant that his side will find their feet once they have adjusted to the demands of the top flight.
The Buccaneers tactician has issued a stern warning to his side's title rivals following a commanding 4-0 victory over The Village Boys. Despite the heavy score line at the Mbombela Stadium, the coach insisted his team has significant room for improvement as they look to maintain their unbeaten start to the domestic season.
After an eye catching display against the Village Boys, the 22-year-old defender was in an defiant mood as he accepted his Man of the Match accolade and declared the Buccaneers ready to face anybody in the fight for trophies.
The Soweto giants secured another crucial three points against a resilient newly promoted Mpumalanga outfit, tightening their grip at the summit of the Betway Premiership standings after their midweek encounter. The hosts showed plenty of fight and applied sustained pressure in search of a breakthrough, but the reigning champions proved too strong, holding firm to claim a hard-earned victory.
Masandawana defender has warned his teammates to expect a high-octane battle when they host top-flight newcomers on Wednesday. The Brazilians are looking to maintain their unbeaten start to the season as they ramp up the pressure on title rivals Orlando Pirates.
The Village Boys are ready to test themselves against the elite as they prepare for a daunting Premier Soccer League encounter against the Buccaneers. Sporting director Elasto Kapowezha insists his side are not overawed by the occasion at the Mbombela Stadium.
GOAL brings you all the available details on the Premier Soccer League match between the Village Boys and the Buccaneers the Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga. The Soweto club are top of the table and looking to stay that way against the newly promoted side.
The Buccaneers boss has clarified the ongoing absence of the 25-year-old from the matchday squad, despite the club facing a perceived shortage of options in the final third. The Moroccan tactician remains an admirer of the forward's technical profile but insists that physical conditioning is currently the primary barrier to his selection.
The Brazilians legend Harris "TV-4" Choeu has thrown his weight behind his former club to secure glory in the upcoming MTN8 final against high-flying Buccaneers. The former assistant coach believes Chloorkop’s finest have the edge, though he admitted that stopping the Soweto giants' recent momentum will be a significant challenge.
The Buccaneers head coach has issued a firm warning to his emerging stars, urging them to prioritize their physical health and professional discipline. The Moroccan tactician is determined to ensure his latest crop of talent does not fall victim to the common pitfalls that have derailed many promising careers in South African football.
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