The 28-year-old Nigeria international had been linked with a move to Chloorkop but has instead penned a reported one year deal with Libyan side Al Shomooa SC on a free transfer after severing ties with Stellenbosch FC at the end of last season.
The Tshwane giants are navigating a gruelling fixture schedule, juggling their league commitments with the MTN8 final and a glamour FIFA Intercontinental Cup encounter. While the Portuguese mentor has voiced his frustration and called for better planning to accommodate the congested schedule, he has now accepted that the fixture list is unlikely to change, leaving the Brazilians to find a way to manage the demands and keep competing on all fronts.
The Brazilians tactician has expressed his disbelief regarding the lack of individual recognition for the Chilean star. Despite the 27-year-old’s sustained excellence in the heart of the Tshwane giants’ midfield, the Portuguese manager believes the playmaker has been unfairly overlooked for the league's top honours.
Abafana Bes'thende tactician has revealed a staggering breakdown in communication during his side’s MTN8 semi-final exit against the Brazilians. Despite meticulous pre-match preparations, the coach admitted that at least one of his players was unaware of the actual aggregate score during the final moments of the encounter.
Masandawana's tactician has sent a clear message to the match officials and the media after his side were denied what appeared to be a legitimate goal. The Portuguese coach watched on as the defender's goal was controversially chalked off during a high-stakes MTN8 semi-final encounter.
The Masandawana head coach was left beaming with pride after his side secured their spot in the Wafa Wafa final with a victory over Abafana Bes'thende. Despite the official scoreline showing a narrower margin, the Portuguese tactician insisted his side had actually found the net four times during the intense second-leg encounter.
Abafana Bes’thende surrendered their lead in a five-goal MTN8 semi-final second-leg thriller, as Miguel Cardoso’s team fought back to book their place in the final. The Portuguese mentor has made no secret of his desire to turn the Tshwane giants’ fortunes around in the Wafa Wafa tournament, and his charges delivered when it mattered most.
GOAL gives you all the details to follow the Brazilians' cup fixture at King Goodwill Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi against Abafana Bes'thende. The Pretoria club will need to overturn a 1-0 deficit from the first leg if they are to put five years of heartbreak in the Wafa Wafa tournament behind them.
Abafana Bes'thende stand on the precipice of a historic cup final as they prepare to defend their slender lead against the Chloorkop-based outfit. After a stunning first-leg victory, the Durban-based side holds all the cards, but the looming threat of a wounded Tshwane giant ensures the second leg will be a high-stakes tactical battle.
The Tshwane giants may have seen their historic dominance of the South African top flight interrupted by Orlando Pirates. Still, Daine Klate believes this setback is exactly what the Brazilians needed. After a relentless run of eight consecutive league titles, the Chloorkop outfit finally relinquished their crown in a dramatic conclusion to the previous campaign.
Masandawana winger has been left to train in isolation as he searches for a way out of Chloorkop before the transfer window shuts. The former South Africa junior international is facing an uncertain future after failing to secure a place in Miguel Cardoso’s first-team plans.
Downs are facing a rare moment of domestic vulnerability as they prepare for a high-stakes showdown in the MTN8 semi-finals. After a shock defeat in the first leg, the Brazilians must find their scoring boots to keep their dreams of silverware alive this season.
The Brazilians have reaffirmed their commitment to the youngster by tying him to a fresh long-term deal ahead of his loan move to Les Dogues, who announced the arrival of the South African youth international on Wednesday.
Sibusiso Zuma has backed ‘Jingles’ to take the reins of the national team, insisting the veteran tactician is exactly what Bafana need. With SAFA reportedly closing in on a deal, the legendary striker believes the coach possesses the ruthless edge needed to overhaul the squad and elevate the foundations laid by the previous regime.
The Brazilians’ defeat to Golden Arrows left a sour taste among the Masandawana faithful, particularly after dropping points on home soil. The result prompted sections of the support base to question the Portuguese coach's tactics and selection, with some fans feeling the 54-year-old did not field his strongest possible XI and therefore lacked a clear intent to take control of the tie. Cardoso, however, has addressed the criticism, suggesting that the supporters need to show more faith and trust in the reigning African champions as they look to overturn the deficit in the second leg.
The recently departed South African national team coach has faced criticism following his controversial comments about the potential return of the three-time CAF Champions League-winning coach to the Bafana dugout. The Belgian tactician sparked backlash after questioning the direction of South African football should the former Mamelodi Sundowns mentor take charge once again.
Masandawana coach has come out in defence of the 25-year-old, rejecting suggestions that the winger receives preferential treatment in his starting line-up. The Portuguese tactician insisted that every selection decision is based strictly on training-ground performances rather than personal relationships.
The Brazilians' mentor has launched a scathing attack on the standard of officiating in the Premier Soccer League, claiming his side is being unfairly targeted by referees. The Portuguese tactician expressed his disbelief at the high volume of cautions handed to his players despite their dominant, possession-based style of play.
The ex-Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder is undergoing a remarkable transformation in Iraq following his unexpected departure from the Premier Soccer League. The talented playmaker has hit the ground running at his new club, earning rave reviews for his immediate impact in the Middle East.
Downs bounced back from their MTN8 setback after securing a victory in a seven-goal thriller against the Durban-based side. The victory sent Masandawana to 10 points, level with log leaders Orlando Pirates.
Junior Dion was the Abafana Bes'thende hero yet again, while newly promoted Stallions move up the table with a credible draw against Rise and Shine. Meanwhile, on Tuesday night Khalil Ben Youssef finally ended the wait for his first win, guiding his side past Kruger United. Elsewhere, the Rockets showed their fighting spirit by coming from behind to sink Gallants, while the Chilli Boys battled their way to a valuable point on the road.
Ex-Buccaneers defender is on the verge of completing a surprising move to North Africa following the collapse of talks with African champions. The Nigerian international has been searching for a new home after his brief stint with Stellenbosch came to an end during the current transfer window.
Masandawana have reportedly offloaded Jody February, with the goalkeeper joining the Bloemfontein-based club on a season-long loan deal. The 30-year-old shot-stopper heads out in search of regular first-team football after falling down the pecking order and enduring a frustrating period on the sidelines at Chloorkop.
Buccaneers former midfielder Eugene Zwane has issued a stark warning to the tactician regarding the club's offensive output. Despite a strong start to the season, Zwane believes the lack of a clinical finisher could derail the Sea Robbers’ ambitious quest for both domestic dominance and continental silverware.
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