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Miguel Cardoso, Mamelodi Sundowns

Sundowns urged to sack Cardoso - ‘Even if he wins Champions League, he should be replaced’

The Brazilians may be dreaming of adding a second star to their badge, but Eric Ramasike is ready to burst the bubble. In a scathing assessment of the Portuguese tenure, the former Masandawana midfielder has launched a blistering attack on the tactical direction of the club and suggested that the current regime is fundamentally failing to get the best out of Chloorkop’s star-studded arsenal.

Thalente Mbatha, Relebohile Mofokeng and Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates

Pirates scouts hailed as Bucs edge closer to glory

The Sea Robbers are finally closing in on the holy grail of South African football, with legendary former captain Lucky Lekgwathi believing the foundations of their resurgence were laid long before a ball was kicked. He credited the Buccaneers’ ruthless domestic charge to a masterclass in the boardroom, hailing the club’s carefully planned recruitment strategy as the engine powering their relentless push for Premier Soccer League glory.

Jayden Adams, Mamelodi Sundowns, April 2026

Adams admits 'Downs are feeling the heat ahead CCL final - 'We haven't won anything this season'

The Masandawana midfielder has opened up about the growing pressure cooker inside Chloorkop, admitting that the heat is well and truly on the Tshwane giants as they gear up for a season-defining continental scrap. With the domestic race slipping through their fingers, the Brazilians find themselves in the rare, uncomfortable position of having to prove they haven't lost their clinical edge.

Abedslam Ouaddou AS Vita 2024

Throwback to when Ouaddou quit on live TV after Stellies defeat

The year is 2024 and the former Morocco captain had started to forge a career in coaching at club level after cutting his teeth with a controversial spell at Algeria's national team. At the beginning of that season he landed one of the biggest club jobs in African football with Congolese giants AS Vita Club. But it did not last long as he sensationally quit a few months later in a televised post-match press conference here in South Africa.

FBL-CAF-C1-ESPERANCE-SUNDOWNS

Malesela raises concerns over Sundowns’ Champions League approach

The recent outings from the Brazilians have raised serious alarm bells, with performances dipping at a worrying moment for the Masandawana faithful as they head into the highly anticipated CAF Champions League final. A potential triumph would see the Tshwane giants add a second star to their crest, a landmark achievement that would send ripples across the continent and place South African football firmly in the spotlight. Now, former Chippa United coach has entered the debate, delivering a sharp assessment of whether Sundowns truly have the continental pedigree to go all the way and conquer Africa at long last.

Thalente Mbatha, Relebohile Mofokeng and Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates

Ex-Pirates skipper rallies Bucs to ‘enjoy football & get the last three points' to win the PSL title

The destiny of the Premier Soccer League title is firmly in the Sea Robbers’ hands, and club legend Happy Jele has urged the current squad to seize the moment. With Mamelodi Sundowns having played their last league game, which ended in disappointment, the former skipper has challenged the Buccaneers to keep their nerve and go all the way to end their decade-long wait for league glory.

Miguel Cardoso, Mamelodi Sundowns

Cardoso coy on Cupido's recovery - ‘I would like to tell many things’

The Portuguese mentor is keeping his cards close to his chest regarding the defender's fitness, fueling further speculation over his availability. The centre-back has been at the centre of a swirling injury mystery following conflicting reports on the severity of the shoulder blow he suffered against Kaizer Chiefs. Despite the noise, the head coach opted for a cryptic approach, refusing to offer a definitive update on his recovery timeline.

Sedwyn George TS Galaxy vs Mamelodi Sundowns

TS Galaxy 3- 2 Sundowns: 'The sun is down! Mathematically Chiefs can still win this league'

It was another goal fest as The Brazilians saw themselves on the wrong end of a five goal thriller to see their title hopes almost extinguished. Now, with just a three point lead and Orlando Pirates with two games in hand and a superior goal difference, the perennial PSL champions look set to lose out on the domestic title for the first time in eight years.

Ayabulela Maxwele, Golden Arrows, Relebohile Mofokeng, Orlando Pirates, May 2025

Chiefs and Pirates race for Arrows star

The battle for former Royal AM star is heating up as Soweto giants prepare to go head-to-head for the highly-rated midfielder's signature. With the June transfer window on the horizon, the midfield standout has emerged as a high-priority target for both clubs as they look to overhaul their squads for the new campaign.