The 30-year-old featured in his first match of the season when he came on as a second half substitute as the Brazilians were held to a draw by Bahlabane ba Ntwa. He played the last 20 minutes of the game and is now assured to be with Masandawa this season for now unless he moves in January. But he will have a lot to do to reclaim his starting berth for the Tshwane giants.
Mzansi might be forced to win their last two Group C games to get their ticket after the World Football Governing Body opened a case against Hugo Broos' side.
Masandawana are under the microscope after dropping crucial points to Marumo Gallants in a tense midweek Premier Soccer League showdown, raising questions about form, tactics and their grip on the early title race.
Wednesday night’s clash at Dr. Petrus Molemela Stadium delivered high drama as the hosts dug deep to frustrate the defending PSL champions, holding them to a hard-fought draw in a fiercely contested encounter that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Thabiso Motloung lets rip at the 'ugly' situation the Brazilian found himself in and wonders how the global football governing body and clubs will navigate a world where players can unilaterally tear up their contracts and move on.
Masandawana have been heavily linked with the forward as they hope to get him to replace Lucas Ribeiro. It is understood that Downs recently placed an improved offer for the playmaker as they push to see whether they could get a deal over the line. But now it appears that will not be possible as the Brazilian side dig in.
GOAL gives you the details to follow Madandawana's bid to reclaim top spot on the PSL table when they face Bahlabane ba Ntwa away at Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium on Wednesday.
The seasoned 37-year-old striker displayed a standout performance against the Glamour Boys, leading Babina Noko’s charge to the top of the PSL table. His experience and sharp finishing proved decisive in a night that reshaped the early title race.
Masandawana will be back in action for a midweek game to face Bahlabane Ba Ntwa, who are without a win in the last three games, despite starting the campaign positively.
After being the second player to arrive at Chloorkop this transfer window, following the signing of Fawaaz Basadien, the 27-year-old is in line to make his maiden appearance for Masandawana and has a huge task to prove that his acquisition was spot-on. But he faces stiff competition for playing time from a midfield laden with quality players.
So far, the Brazilians have not been as busy as they are used to being in the transfer window, but it has now emerged they are looking for quality players to bring on board.
The Brazilians have shipped out on permanent basis or on loan at least 12 players and have confirmed just two new signings which could compromise the depth they have been enjoying over the seasons. They now face a worrisome fitness situation in their camp which they hope will not affect their performances as they try to strike a balance between domestic and continental responsibilities.
Mamelodi Sundowns have identified the Brazilian attacker as a possible replacement for Lucas Ribeiro, who recently left the PSL champions. The Tshwane giants have been in talks with a Portuguese club over one of their players.
The Super Eagles and the Cheetahs have been banking on the world football governing body to punish the Southern African nation for a massive blunder made in the qualifiers.
The experienced right back is yet to feature for Masandawana but has started training with his teammates as he waits for his contractual situation to be fully resolved.
Fitness issues are haunting the 36-year-old midfielder amid fears the latest setback could affect his season. Age seems to be catching up with South Africa's deputy skipper who spent the better part of last season on the sidelines battling to recover from a ruptured Achilles tendon.
The Brazilians seized control of the Premier Soccer League standings following a convincing victory over their visitors from Limpopo and they are now on top of Amakhosi and Sekhukhune United who were above them. After collecting maximum points, Masandawana set themselves up to defend the league title for a record-extending eighth consecutive time.
The Brazilians shot to the top of the Premier Soccer League table following the convincing victory over Dikwena tsa Meetse at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Sunday. They are a point clear at the summit after jumping over Amakhosi and Babina Noko who were the leaders before this encounter in Tshwane.
The South African Premier Soccer League champions are said to have tabled a bid of €1.5 million (around R30 million) for Matheusinho, who is currently on loan at Sport Recife from Portuguese outfit Santa Clara.
The Brazilians resume their Premier Soccer League duties and they host visitors from Limpopo seeking to overtake rivals Kaizer Chiefs on the standings. The Tshwane giants are yet to lose a league match this season and they come up against Dikwena tsa Meetse who are 14th on the table and yet to taste victory.
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