Former Buccaneers winger Tlou Segolela has offered a surprising take on the side’s recent success, insisting that the Brazilians deserve significant credit for the rise in domestic standards. Despite the Sea Robbers finally dethroning Masandawana, the retired star believes the level of competition in the South African top flight has never been higher thanks to the benchmarks set at Chloorkop.
The former Masandawana favourite talisman is officially back on the market after his departure from Cultural y Deportiva Leonesa was confirmed. The Brazilian forward's brief stint in LaLiga2 has come to a disappointing end following the club's tumble from the second tier.
The Brazilian's veteran has reiterated his unbreakable bond with the club after committing his future to the reigning African champions. The playmaker remains a pivotal figure at Chloorkop, recently adding to his glittering trophy cabinet following the club's latest continental triumph.
The Soweto giants are reportedly set to part ways with the 35-year-old at the end of June as his two-year contract at Naturena reaches its conclusion. Former Amakhosi midfielder has weighed in on the looming exit, suggesting that the club is making the correct call regarding the veteran attacker.
Masandawana defender has offered a refreshingly honest assessment of the shifting power balance in South African football. After an unprecedented era of dominance, the Brazilians finally saw their eight-year stranglehold on the league title broken by the Buccaneers.
Masandawana legend believes the head coach has completely rewritten his narrative at Chloorkop following a historic CAF Champions League triumph. Despite a tumultuous domestic campaign that saw the Brazilians surrender their league dominance, the Portuguese coach’s continental success has effectively silenced those who were calling for his head mid-season.
Amakhosi legend has sent a stern message to his former club, insisting that the time for 'rebuilding' must come to an end if the Soweto giants are to reclaim their former glory. As the Glamour Boys prepare to usher in a new era under a new head coach, the iconic goalkeeper has warned that the constant cycle of technical changes is hampering the club’s ability to compete with South Africa's elite.
The Tshwane giants' veteran centre-back has admitted that while the Premier Soccer League season brought plenty of heartbreak for the Brazilians, their continental success has wiped the slate clean. Despite watching rivals sweep the domestic trophies, the former Bafana Bafana international believes Masandawana secured the ultimate prize.
Former Amakhosi winger has pulled no punches in his assessment of the club's reported decision to appoint the new head coach. The outspoken analyst believes the Glamour Boys are stuck in a cycle of poor decision-making that will hinder their ability to compete with rivals Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates.
Masandawana stalwart has set its sights on further continental glory after officially putting pen to paper on a new deal with the Tshwane giants. Despite entering the twilight of his career, the veteran playmaker remains as hungry as ever to cement his legacy at Chloorkop.
The Buccaneers are preparing to shake up their defensive ranks by making Polokwane City right-back a primary transfer target. The Soweto giants are in the midst of a squad restructuring and view the Limpopo-born star as the ideal addition to their backline.
The former skipper has revealed his pride after seeing the Buccaneers finally secure the league title following a long period of dominance by Mamelodi Sundowns. Despite leaving the club just a season before their triumph, the veteran defender insists he feels a sense of fulfilment in the foundation he helped build.
Amakhosi has been told that Sipho Mbule is the 'crowd puller' they need to restore the club's glory days following his departure from the Buccaneers. The talented midfielder is officially a free agent after the Sea Robbers opted against extending his stay in Soweto.
The Masandawana coach has pulled no punches in his assessment of the Premier Soccer League's current infrastructure. The Portuguese tactician, who has already tasted significant success in Tshwane, believes the league must adopt international standards to truly elevate the quality of South African football.
The Brazilians head Tlhopie Motsepe has opened up on the decision to hand the 36-year-old a new contract extension. The veteran midfielder has committed his immediate future to Masandawana, following another historic season for the Chloorkop-based giants.
The Brazilians boss has opened up on the mental fortitude required to overcome the infamous gamesmanship and intimidating atmosphere of North African football. The Masandawana tactician led his side through a gauntlet in the CAF Champions League final against AS FAR, navigating a series of off-field hurdles and a deafening second-leg environment to secure continental glory.
South Africa head coach is refusing to let off-field chaos derail Bafana Bafana's World Cup ambitions. Despite a series of administrative hurdles that overshadowed their departure, the Belgian tactician is adamant that his squad is ready for the monumental task awaiting them in North America.
The Rockets chairman has officially confirmed that Bafana Bafana legend will remain at the helm of the first team for the upcoming Premier Soccer League campaign, as the club looks to steady the ship and build consistency moving forward. The former Kaizer Chiefs marksman was initially handed the reins following a difficult spell that led to the departure of Adnan Beganovic, with the Mpumalanga-based side battling to distance themselves from the relegation scrap. Now entrusted with a full campaign in charge, he is expected to guide the Nedbank Cup finalists as they aim to re-establish themselves as a competitive force in the top flight.
The Brazilians boss has delivered a candid assessment of a rollercoaster 2025/26 campaign that saw the club reach the pinnacle of African football while stumbling on the domestic front. Despite the heartbreak of losing the Betway Premiership title to rivals Orlando Pirates, the Portuguese tactician remains defiant about the club's continental success.
A former Orlando Pirates star has voiced growing alarm over the physical condition of the CAF Champions League-winning star, as South Africa gears up for their historic global showpiece. The Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder has been pushed to the limit across a demanding blend of domestic and international commitments, with a gruelling schedule sparking growing fears of burnout even before the tournament kicks off.
A Masandawana legend has urged the Brazilians to bolster their squad with local talent rather than scouring the globe for expensive imports. The former midfielder believes that the 21-year-old Orlando Pirates star is the perfect candidate to take the African champions to the next level.
The Rockets chairman Tim Sukazi has opened up on the strategic decisions made by the club to ensure the defender secured a place in Hugo Broos' final Bafana Bafana squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The boss insists that the player's mid-season move to Mamelodi Sundowns was designed specifically to elevate his profile for the national team.
The Buccaneers may have already secured the long-term successor to Monnapule Saleng following the star winger's high-profile move to Mamelodi Sundowns earlier this year. Former Amabhakabhaka forward James Mothibi is adamant that the Soweto giants have a ready-made replacement waiting in the wings in the form of teenager Thapelo 'Sugar' Duiker.
Following a controversial squad announcement by SAFA and Hugo Broos on Wednesday night, while the nation was glued to their screens, backlash quickly followed over how the six players who missed the final cut were treated. However, amid the outrage, there now appears to be a twist in the tale, with reports suggesting the omitted stars will still travel to the global showpiece.
The Tshwane giants' tactician saluted his side’s mentality and tactical maturity after engineering a stunning 3-1 comeback victory over the Bundesliga outfit. Trailing in the early exchanges, the newly crowned CAF champions refused to flinch, instead producing a ruthless second-half turnaround to outclass their European opponents and bring the curtain down on a memorable campaign in emphatic fashion.
The Belgian mentor cut a satisfied figure following South Africa’s goalless stalemate on Friday night, insisting his rearguard delivered another assured display and underlined the growing solidity and resilience of the national team’s defensive structure. The 74-year-old tactician used the international friendly as a valuable audition platform, handing fresh faces an opportunity to stake their claim ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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