The Buccaneers' head coach was in an understandably upbeat mood as he dissected the result, its impact on the title race and the news that his DDC side had wrapped up a league trophy of their own.
Another polished display from the Buccaneers, who are keeping their eyes firmly locked on the grand prize after brushing aside relegation-threatened Dikwena Tša Meetse to bag maximum points and boost their goal difference, with the razor-tight Premier Soccer League title race threatening to be decided by more than just points alone.
The Brazilians' coach has delivered a defiant message after his side survived a chaotic 11-goal thriller at the Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium. Despite moving within touching distance of the league title, the coach was left fuming at a defensive display that saw the Brazilians concede four goals in a single afternoon.
After dropping points in a 1-1 draw against Amakhosi in a gruelling midweek clash, Masandawana faced Siwelele looking to return to winning ways... and The Brazilians did just that in an extraordinary match that set a new PSL record for the most goals score in a single game.
The Buccaneers' reserve team coach Roscoe Krieling has thrown down the gauntlet to the senior squad to follow the youth team’s lead after masterminding a historic DStv Diski Challenge triumph after a composed, statement victory over their title rivals in front of a rocking Dobsonville Stadium.
The Amakhosi reserve team coach has mapped out a bold philosophical reset he would unleash if entrusted with the first-team hot seat at Naturena. The youth tactician is pushing for a return to roots built on courage, intensity, and a stronger pipeline of academy graduates breaking into the senior side, arguing that homegrown talent must once again take centre stage in the club’s long-term vision.
Bafana Bafana international is on the move once again after the Belgian side reached a final decision regarding his future at the club. Despite the promise shown during his time in Africa, the winger's European dream has hit a significant speed bump in the Jupiler Pro League.
The Betway Premiership title race has reached a boiling point, with Masandawana and the Sea Robbers neck-and-neck at the summit of the table. Former midfield general Benson Mhlongo believes this is exactly what South African football needs to maintain its quality and prestige.
The Sea Robbers' legend has voiced his approval following the Moroccan coach’s recent tactical shift in the Buccaneers' frontline. The former fan favourite believes a significant selection error has finally been rectified as the Soweto giants ramp up their title pursuit.
George Lebese believes the Buccaneers 21-year-old star has outgrown the 'youngster' tag after a sensational turnaround in form in a more central role under head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has seen him become the heartbeat of the Bucs' title charge.
The Sea Robbers find themselves in the thick of a high-stakes Betway Premiership title race, trailing leaders Mamelodi Sundowns by just two points. However, former Buccaneers winger Tlou Segolela has warned his old club that their upcoming clash against Magesi FC will be anything but a walk in the park.
GOAL gives you the details to follow the Premier Soccer League clash between Dikwena tša Meetse and the Buccaneers at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on Saturday night. The Soweto club will be gunning for three points towards their reinvigorated title challenge while the home team is desperate for points to move off the bottom of the table and avoid relegation.
The Glamour Boys football manager has lifted the lid on the dramatic lengths he went to in order to ensure that the legendary star signed for Amakhosi instead of rivals Buccaneers. The Bafana Bafana legend, who recently received an honorary doctorate, was the subject of an intense tug-of-war that required a dawn dash to Johannesburg to seal the deal.
The Buccaneers' head coach has lifted the lid on the club's recruitment philosophy, revealing that a preference for South African talent remains at the heart of their strategy. As the Sea Robbers look to bridge the gap at the top of the PSL table, the Moroccan tactician has detailed why 'local is good' for the Soweto giants.
The former Buccaneers star has issued a stern reality check to his former club, insisting the Premier Soccer League title is anything but a certainty despite the stars aligning for the Sea Robbers. Following the Tshwane giants' setback in a stalemate with Kaizer Chiefs, the Mayfair outfit finally holds the keys to their own destiny as the title race enters the home stretch.
The South African legend has identified the three players he believes should replace the talented centre-back if he fails to recover in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With the former Kaizer Chiefs defender struggling for fitness following a series of injury setbacks in Romania, North America might come too soon for the 28-year-old.
The highly-rated winger has finally pulled back the curtain on one of the most pivotal moments of his career, revealing how he narrowly avoided a move to the Sea Robbers. The Zimbabwean magician remains one of the most decorated figures in South African football history, but his path to legendary status could have looked very different had he followed his former club's instructions.
The ex-Usuthu staffer has lifted the lid on the dramatic transfer saga that saw the South Africa international slip through the club's fingers. Despite having a contract drafted and ready for the defender, the Durban-based side were left stunned when the Sea Robbers swooped in at the eleventh hour to secure the youngster.
The former Masandawana head coach has welcomed the intense title race currently unfolding in the Premier Soccer League, insisting that the neck-and-neck battle between the Brazilians and Buccaneers is exactly what South African football needs. The three-time CAF Champions League winner believes the unpredictability of the current campaign has breathed new life into the domestic game as the season reaches its climax.
The defender has issued a defiant message to title rivals, the Buccaneers, insisting that the reigning champions are not ready to relinquish their crown just yet. Despite a tough draw against Amakhosi that dented their momentum, the Zimbabwean international believes the Brazilians' vast experience will see them through in the season's final stretch.
The Sea Robbers former skipper Lucky Lekgwathi is adamant the team have finally found the momentum required to topple the Brazilians' long-standing rule over South African football. Following a massive week of results in the Betway Premiership, the legendary defender believes the trophy race is no longer a foregone conclusion but a battle that will go down to the absolute wire.
The pressure has intensified for the Tshwane giants in an increasingly fierce title race with Orlando Pirates. Despite trailing Masandawana by three points, their rivals hold a significant advantage with a game in hand and a superior goal difference, throwing the battle for Premier Soccer League supremacy wide open. With the run-in now reaching boiling point, every remaining fixture could prove decisive for both sides, and the Portuguese coach has now shifted his focus toward grinding out maximum points and letting the title race unfold on the final day.
The former Mamelodi Sundowns and Jomo Cosmos midfielder has sensationally claimed that the referee failed to issue red cards during the blockbuster clash between the Brazilians and Amakhosi. The shock 1-1 outcome at Loftus Versfeld has been dominated by conversations regarding the officiating after a series of heavy challenges left multiple players with serious injuries.
The Betway Premiership title race has taken a dramatic turn after the Brazilians dropped two points against the Sea Robbers on Wednesday. The former Amakhosi coach believes the tide has now swung strongly in favour of an in-form Abdeslam Ouaddou’s side.
Amakhosi's hopes of a back-door entry into the premier continental competition have been dashed following reports that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has hit the brakes on its proposed tournament expansion. The Soweto giants were set to be the primary beneficiaries of a plan to increase continental representation for Africa's top-ranked leagues, but logistical hurdles have now forced a major rethink.
South African football has a new crown jewel, and the buzz surrounding the young sensation is reaching a fever pitch. At just 17 years old, the Kimberley-born playmaker is already being tipped for a future at Europe’s elite clubs, with his coach setting the bar as high as the Parc des Princes.
Orlando Pirates
