The Buccaneers got their Betway Premiership title defence off to a winning start with a 2-0 victory over newcomers Milford FC, but head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou was left far from satisfied. Despite the clean sheet and three points, the Moroccan tactician has identified critical areas of concern that he believes must be addressed immediately to sustain a title challenge.
Former Sea Robbers midfielder Sifiso Myeni has raised serious concerns regarding the club's strategy following the high-profile departure of the 21-year-old. The playmaker left a significant void in the Buccaneers' attacking department after securing a move to Belgian side Royale Union Saint-Gilloise and despite being very active in the transfer market, the club is yet to fill the creative midfield role.
The Soweto giants’ icon Tlou Segolela has laid down the gauntlet for the 24-year-old, challenging the winger to prove that his stellar performances last season were no coincidence. Despite a historic treble-winning campaign with the Buccaneers, Appollis found himself overshadowed by teammate Relebohile Mofokeng during the end-of-season awards ceremony.
The Buccaneers have been warned that their marquee striker signing could struggle to make an impact if the club fails to address a growing creativity crisis. Former Pirates striker Andries Sebola believes the Norwegian forward has all the physical attributes to succeed in the Betway Premiership but is concerned about the lack of service following the key departure of Relebohile Mofokeng.
The Bafana Bafana midfielder was as cold as ice when faced with the decisive penalty at the Jan Breydel Stadium in Bruges, Belgium. With the penalty scores locked on 4-4 'President yama2k' stepped up to take the fifth and final kick for his team and smashed it into the top corner to spark scenes of wild celebrations for Les Unionistes.
GOAL brings you all the available details on the Premier Soccer League game between the Buccaneers and the Stallions at the Orlando Stadium in Soweto. Abdeslam Ouaddou's men start their defence of their first league crown in 14 years against Dr. Xanti Pupuma's newly promoted team.
Bucs winger has sent a clear message to the rest of the continent, insisting that the Sea Robbers are ready to reclaim their status as African royalty. Following a historic domestic season, the Bafana Bafana international believes the Soweto giants have everything required to finally secure their elusive second star.
The Soweto giants goalkeeper has delivered a reality check to his teammates, warning that the blueprint used to secure last season's historic treble must evolve for the new campaign. The Buccaneers are gearing up to defend their domestic crown, but Chaine insists they must continue raising their standards ahead of their season.
Former Amakhosi star Siphiwe Tshabalala has called on South African football to undergo a significant transformation in standards following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup. The legendary winger, who famously scored the opening goal of the 2010 tournament, believes the domestic game must evolve to match the elite quality displayed on the global stage.
The former Kaizer Chiefs co-coach is adamant that his tactical evolution can keep the club among the South African elite this season. The Tunisian tactician has wasted no time in implementing a more expansive philosophy as he looks to build on the foundations laid during the club's debut top-flight campaign.
The Soweto giants have already added to their squad in the current transfer window, but Amakhosi legend believes the club cannot afford to stop there. The iconic midfielder insists the Glamour Boys must continue strengthening their squad if they are to match the quality and depth of South Africa's top sides.
The team’s former skipper Lucky Lekgwathi has boldly predicted that the Buccaneers will dominate South African football once again by securing a sensational treble repeat. As the Betway Premiership prepares for kick-off this weekend, the legendary defender believes the Soweto giants have everything in place to maintain their domestic stranglehold.
The 26-year-old has officially ended his tenure with the Soweto giants after sealing a permanent switch to a coastal club. Despite attracting interest from several rival Premier Soccer League outfits, the Buccaneers midfielder opted for familiar surroundings as he looks to reignite his career and rediscover his best form.
Retired midfield star Tlou Segolela has laid down the gauntlet to the club's emerging talents following the 21-year-old’s high-profile move to Europe. As the Buccaneers prepare for a new era without their talismanic "President yama2k", the challenge is now for the next generation to prove that the Soweto giants are more than just a one-man show.
The Buccaneers head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has heaped praise on his new recruit, suggesting that the path to international stardom is already being paved for the club's young defenders. The Moroccan tactician believes that the internal culture at the Buccaneers is perfectly designed to transform local gems into global stars.
Bucs midfield sensation has broken his silence regarding the intensifying speculation linking him with a high-profile move to Europe. The South African international has become the subject of intense transfer talk following a historic season both domestically and on the global stage.
The opening weekend of the 2026/27 Betway Premiership season is set to deliver an intriguing narrative as the former coaching partners prepare to face off with their new teams. After guiding Amakhosi to a third-place finish last term, Kaze and Ben Youssef were replaced by Fernando Da Cruz, leading them to embark on new individual journeys with Sekhukhune United and Durban City respectively.
The Soweto giants’ tactician has broken his silence regarding the controversial comments that suggested he could walk away from the club at the end of last season. After leading the Buccaneers to the Betway Premiership title in May, the Moroccan manager had sparked major concern among the Ghost by hinting that a lack of energy might force him to step down.
The Buccaneers have officially confirmed the signing of Thapelo Mokobodi from the Winelands club. He played 28 times across all competitions last season and joins the Soweto club on a reported three year deal.
The Sea Robbers skipper has laid down a significant marker ahead of the new campaign, insisting that nothing short of total dominance will be acceptable for the Soweto giants. After a historic season that saw the Buccaneers secure three major trophies including an elusive league title, the defender believes the club must now maintain those elite standards to satisfy their massive fan base.
The Buccaneers head coach has detailed the strategic thinking behind the club’s surprise acquisition of a Norwegian striker. The 27-year-old marksman arrives at Soweto with a reputation for clinical finishing, a trait the Moroccan tactician believes was missing during the previous campaign.
Junior Khanye has sent a clear message to the Amakhosi hierarchy ahead of the 2026/27 season, insisting that the club must strengthen their squad if they hope to challenge for silverware. Despite lifting the pre-season Toyota Cup, the outspoken analyst believes the Soweto giants should use their resources to invest in quality signings capable of taking the team to the next level.
Former Bafana Bafana captain Neil Tovey has praised the decision of South Africa’s ‘Big Three’ to conduct their pre-season preparations in Europe. As Amakhosi, Buccaneers and the Brazilians return from their respective tours, the retired defender believes the gulf in resources is providing them with a distinct competitive edge in domestic competitions.
South African football legend has issued a stern warning to the Buccaneers faithful regarding the arrival of the Norwegian striker. The outspoken former star believes that external appearances can be deceptive and has urged the Soweto giants to provide specific tactical support if the new forward is to avoid a difficult start to life in the Betway Premiership.
The awards were delayed by the FIFA World Cup but now, with the new season just days away, the Premier Soccer League had the opportunity to reward the best of the best from the 2025/26 season.
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) announced the nominees for the 2026 PSL Awards in early July and now the winners are set to be crowned at the annual awards ceremony on Monday, 27 July 2026. The event will be broadcast live on the SuperSport PSL Channel and SABC Sport.
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