Abafana Bes'thende tactician has shed light on the meticulous planning that allowed his side to dump Amakhosi out of the Wafa Wafa cup. The Durban-based outfit secured their spot in the semi-finals thanks to a disciplined defensive display and a decisive strike from Khulekani Shezi.
The Soweto giants’ new era under the bright lights of the MTN8 got off to a rocky start, both on the pitch and in the court of public opinion. Following a disappointing 1-0 quarter-final defeat to Golden Arrows, the spotlight has fallen heavily on several Amakhosi individuals, with the early-season setback already raising questions around the team’s progress.
The Brazilians' head coach has shed light on the club's tactical decision to reintegrate the 32-year-old shot-stopper into the first-team squad for the new campaign. After spending four years away on various loan assignments, the Bafana Bafana international is back at Chloorkop to provide elite competition and essential cover.
The French tactician has offered a protective assessment of his squad following their disappointing exit from the MTN8 at the hands of Golden Arrows. The Amakhosi coach refused to lay blame at the feet of individuals after a narrow 1-0 defeat saw their cup ambitions ended at the first hurdle.
Amakhosi returned to the MTN8 Cup competition after missing out for two seasons, but their comeback ended in disappointment as they were knocked out by Abafana Bes'thende. The Soweto giants were left to rue their missed opportunities in the final third, with their lack of cutting edge ultimately costing them dearly and ruling them out of the Wafa Wafa and leaving them without a domestic cup competition to compete for at this stage of the season.
The Portuguese tactician has sounded a major alarm over his side's defensive fragility despite securing progression to the next round of the Wafa Wafa tournament. The Masandwana mentor watched his side scrape through with a 3-2 extra-time win over Polokwane City, but the manner of the goals conceded has left him deeply concerned.
The Masandawana head coach has delivered a sobering injury update regarding two of his most vital first-team stars. The Brazilians are set to be without the services of the pair for a significant period following post-season surgical procedures.
Masandawana coach has broken his silence regarding the uncertain future of the talented winger, admitting the 22-year-old has turned down the chance to reintegrate into the first-team squad. The Bafana Bafana international appears determined to secure a move away from the South African giants following a period of tension on social media and a loan spell abroad.
The Brazilians boss has sent shockwaves through the PSL by revealing the real reason behind the 28-year-old's prolonged absence from the squad. The Portuguese tactician confirmed that the former Orlando Pirates winger is no longer training with the senior team following a series of disciplinary infractions.
Miguel Cardoso’s troops got their 2026/27 campaign off to a solid start following the delayed beginning to the season. The Brazilians booked their place in the MTN8 semi-finals after overcoming Rise and Shine in the second match of the Wafa Wafa tournament on Saturday evening, with the encounter once again going beyond 90 minutes before a late goal finally sealed the victory.
Following reports that the 25-year-old Cassius Mailula had been spotted in Pretoria, the club confirmed on Saturday that the forward will return to the CAF Champions League winners as Miguel Cardoso’ side looks to add more firepower to their attack. The clinical striker is set to begin a second chapter at Chloorkop, hoping to reignite his career after a challenging spell abroad.
Former South Africa international Benson Mhlongo has thrown his weight behind the team’s current assistant to succeed Hugo Broos as the new head coach of the national team. With the South African Football Association (SAFA) set to make a formal announcement regarding the vacancy this weekend, the debate over whether to appoint a local or foreign tactician has reached fever pitch.
Former PSL Golden Boot winner has thrown his weight behind the Glamour Boys as they prepare for their highly anticipated return to the MTN8. The ex-Sundowns forward believes the tournament is significantly boosted by the presence of South Africa's most supported club.
The South African sensation has shed light on his high-profile move to Major League Soccer, a switch that caught many by surprise when it was confirmed at the start of 2026. The former TS Galaxy winger explained that the move is about starting afresh, building his brand and taking another step towards achieving his long-term career ambitions.
GOAL gives you all the details to follow the Brazilians' MTN8 quarterfinal home fixture at Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium against Rise and Shine in a match the hosts will aim to use as a perfect curtain-raiser for their season. The Pretoria side are chasing their fifth success in the competition while the Polokwane-based side are eyeing a historic first major trophy.
Former Stellies coach has officially confirmed the return of Masandawana star to the Tanzanian giants. The South African playmaker has finalised a loan move back to Dar es Salaam following a period of intense negotiations between the two clubs.
Ex-Buccaneers star Selaelo Rasebotja has shed light on the transformation that led the Sea Robbers to their first league title in over a decade. The Soweto giants finally ended a 14-year wait for domestic supremacy by dramatically dethroning Mamelodi Sundowns.
South Africa's participating clubs discovered their opponents in the preliminary rounds of continental competition for the 2026-2027 season after the draw ceremony took place at the headquarters of the Confederation of African Football in the Egyptian capital, Cairo.
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Former Amakhosi stalwart has opened up about the emotional rollercoaster of watching his son secure a high-profile move to European football. The 22-year-old defender recently traded the familiar surroundings of Naturena for Azerbaijan side Sabah FK after a breakout season in the Premier Soccer League.
The Tshwane giants are ready to lift the curtain on their domestic campaign this Saturday as they welcome Rise and Shine to Lucas Moripe Stadium for a high-stakes Wafa Wafa knockout tournament. Despite an interrupted pre-season, Masandawana defender insists the reigning CAF champions still hold a tactical trump card over the visitors.
Yanga beat continental heavyweights like Rhulani Mokwena's Pyramids FC and Nasreddine Nabi's Raja Casablanca to the Namibian marksman's signature. And now, the 32-year-old former Mamelodi Sundowns striker has opened up on his decision by comparing his move to that of the global Portuguese icon when he left Real Madrid for Serie A.
The Tunisian mentor has officially explained his decision to recruit a former Buccaneers and Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper to his backroom staff. The former Kaizer Chiefs tactician is busy reshaping the Moroccan giants ahead of the 2026/27 season as they look to return to the summit of African football.
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