The former Royal AM owner, Shawn Mkhize, has wasted no time in making her presence felt at Highlanders, embarking on a South African shopping spree as the club moves swiftly in the January transfer window. In a bid to inject fresh energy and depth into the squad, the club has secured the services of several players, signalling a clear intent to strengthen their ranks and sharpen their competitiveness for the remainder of the season.
The forward had moved to Portugal in search of more game time, but that ambition was not achieved. Last season, he faced the same challenge at the Pretoria giants, and he could face the same problem upon returning. Downs have beefed up their attacking department with the signing of Monnapule Saleng, and that means there will be even stiffer competition for playtime.
The PSL January transfer window is officially open, with clubs busy beefing up their squads ahead of the second half of the season. The Buccaneers and Masandawana have already announced new signings, while Amakhosi are yet to rope in any fresh acquisitions. It remains to be seen whether the Glamour Boys will bring in new faces before the transfer period closes.
The defending champions resumed their campaign after a break and registered a convincing win against their opponents. Although they have the daunting task of closing in on the league leaders, Orlando Pirates, Amakhosi can use the morale from the huge win and string together a good run. Meanwhile, Sundowns failed to close in on the Sea Robbers after they dropped points.
With the Premier Soccer League entering its busiest stretch, all eyes are on the big three, and supporters are buzzing with curiosity over what the remainder of the season holds. Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates have already unveiled their new signings, leaving Chiefs fans eager and somewhat frustrated to see what moves their team will make.
The Sea Robbers were very dominant against Usuthu and registered a big win that will perhaps add impetus to their title-chasing campaign. Determined to wrestle back the title from their Soweto rivals, the Bucs not only won but also registered a clean sheet. Masandawana could, however, reduce the gap should they win their next game against Sekhukhune United on Sunday.
The 30-year-old pushed for a move away from Chloorkop during the last PSL transfer window amid rumours that he was a wanted man in Europe. He could now secure a transfer, but he is being linked with Masandawana's local rivals, the Buccaneers. If that happens, it would mark the end of the right-back's time with the Brazilians, where he has been since October 2020.
The Brazilians are desperate to return to the top of the Premier Soccer League table and go all the way to win their ninth successive crown after an inconsistent start that has seen them struggle to keep up with current leaders the Buccaneers. The team's technical team is now hoping to deliver once they have strengthened their squad.
The defending Premier Soccer League champions Masandawana pulled a major surprise in the ongoing short January transfer window by bringing on board the 27-year-old winger from the Sea Robbers. The South Africa international has been playing for the Orbit College FC on loan until the Brazilians made their move.
Defiant Broos continues to defend himself even though South Africa failed to achieve their AFCON ambitions. After initially blaming the level of the Premier Soccer League, stating that his players lack the necessary experience, the Belgian has turned his gun on his critics. Known for his unfiltered, controversial comments at times, the AFCON winner has hit back at those who criticise him.
In what will be seen as a surprising transfer of the January window, the Bucs star has completed a move to their Premier Soccer League rivals. As they fight to retain the league title, the Pretoria giants hope to get massive service from the left-footed forward, who is known for his pace and skilful movements. After he was frozen out at the Sea Robbers, Saleng sought refuge at Orbit College, where he became a regular starter.
The Soweto giants are fully focusing on domestic duties after failing to reach the group stage of Africa's premier club competition. Having already won the MTN8 and Carling Knockout so far this season, the Buccaneers have managed to pacify their fans and at least have something to cheer about as they witness traditional rivals Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs playing continental football.
The coach's explanation of why South Africa failed to make it past the Round of 16 continues to attract responses. The experienced tactician claimed the level of the domestic league could have played a major role in their elimination. But the German coach has offered a different perspective, stating that Broos could be wrong and laying down what must be done to make Mzansi players become even better.
South Africa exited the 2025 AFCON without managing to at least match their third-place finish from the previous edition in Ivory Coast. The 1996 African champions were less convincing this time around and looked a far cry from the side that charmed the continent in their last outing. Their early departure has sparked differing opinions about their Belgian coach and the team’s overall direction ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Football lovers in Mzansi are still reeling from the pain of failing to make the latter stages of the biennial competition ongoing in the North African nation of Morocco after falling to the five-time champions, the Indomitable Lions, in the initial knockout phase round. However, the style of play caught the attention of an experienced tactician.
The 25-year-old lanky forward has earned the trust of his club coach Abdeslam Ouaddou and Bafana Bafana tactician Hugo Broos, becoming a regular figure in both setups. While he is not known for being a prolific goal-scorer, he continues to enjoy consistent game time for both club and country. That has kept him firmly in the spotlight and linked with a potential move from the Premier Soccer League to Europe.
The former Morocco and Fulham defender is flying high with the Sea Robbers after joining them from Marumo Gallants in the off-season transfer window, where he replaced the Spaniard tactician. He has so far won the MTN8 and the Carling Knockout and is hoping to win the Premier Soccer League and the Nedbank Cup as well.
The Buccaneers replaced Jose Riveiro with the Moroccan coach before the start of the current season and have continued as a competitive unit. They have already lifted two trophies this term, underlining the team’s ability to remain successful despite the change on the bench. Even though they have fallen well short of Riveiro’s run of reaching last season's CAF Champions League final, the Soweto giants and their coach remain highly regarded.
The 20-year-old South African international has won millions of supporters' hearts owing to his resolute defending for both his former club, the Buccaneers, and the national team. A Major League Soccer outfit Chicago Fire have secured his services from the Soweto giants, hoping the youngster will continue delivering consistently.
After Bafana Bafana's elimination from the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), coach Hugo Broos has been trending in Mzansi. Some have been showing immense support for the veteran tactician, while a section is not satisfied with the exploits in Morocco, where they feel South Africa could have done better.
South Africa's national team failed to deliver the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as the majority of their supporters had anticipated after getting eliminated in the Round of 16 by the five-time champions, the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon. The preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have now begun.
The Belgian tactician insists the national team lacks players who have been exposed to top leagues in Europe as opposed to their opponents on the continent. Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, the 73-year-old has hinted Mzansi should not expect miracles unless more of his potential squad play regularly in 'tough' overseas divisions.
The Premier Soccer League teams are strengthening their teams as the South African top tier enters a critical stage in the next couple of weeks following the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) break that allowed Bafana Bafana to prepare and compete in the biennial competition. Clubs have limited times to sign players they need.
After South Africa failed to reach the last eight, several factors have been cited as contributing reasons for the poor showing in Morocco. But Broos has been mainly blamed for his tactics and changes to the line-up. Following the struggle, questions are now raised on whether Bafana will indeed manage to mount a better campaign during the upcoming global showpiece.
It’s no secret that pulling on the jersey of one of the Premier Soccer League's big three clubs is every player’s fast track to bigger dreams, complete with the perks, pressure, and glory that come with those famous badges; however, not everyone survives the ride. Some crash, some thrive. For the 25-year-old Bucs star, it’s been a winning journey, with the move to the Sea Robbers bringing a major boost both on and off the pitch.
The Pirates youngster was among the players who were handed their first AFCON starts, and he ended up struggling against the Indomitable Lions. Broos' tactical strategy has also come into sharp criticism, as many feel that he is responsible for the Round of 16 loss. After ending their campaign in the last four in Ivory Coast, this time around Bafana exited the campaign early, which means they failed to hit their AFCON target.
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