Fresh off weekend wins, both teams arrived at FNB Stadium on Tuesday night brimming with confidence. Amakhosi edged Durban City 1-0 away last Friday, while the Umswenko Boys beat Magesi 3-1 on Saturday. With momentum building, both sides were locked in on one goal: bagging maximum points under the midweek lights.
Back in Premier Soccer League action, the KwaZulu-Natal outfit aimed to build on their strong cup form as they hosted Gallants in a challenging home fixture at King Zwelithini Stadium on Sunday evening. With momentum on their side, Arrows looked to keep their winning rhythm alive in front of their home fans.
The Beer Cup is edging closer to the deciding match and the remaining four teams now know who they will meet. The Buccaneers, Richards Bay, Golden Arrows and Marumo Arrows complete the list of teams that are still in contention to lift this piece of silverware.
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Despite conceding first, the Natal Rich Boy remained determined, fought on, and in the end won the showdown. After the hard-fought victory, they will now wait to learn who their next opponent will be once the other games are played.
A former Buccaneer played a crucial role in Bahlabane Ba Ntwa's first goal before their new signing struck to help them collect maximum points. After a run of winless runs, Gallants can now breathe a sigh of relief after seeing off their rivals.
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The retired winger's remarks follow last month’s candid take from Orbit College head coach Pogiso Makhoye, who openly admitted that Saleng hadn’t yet made the impact he’d hoped for at the club. Makhoye’s honesty sparked debate, with many questioning whether the player’s potential was being fully unlocked.
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The Mswenko Boys are among the new teams that were promoted to the ongoing 2025/26 South African top-flight football after a successful stint in the lower tier. They have been bringing in players they feel will bring much-needed experience in their bid to sustain their position in the top league beyond this season.
The 66-year-old is no longer with the Citizens following a short stint with the KwaZulu-Natal club. He was working with Gavin Hunt in a technical team set up of big names amid expectations of helping the newly promoted team challenge seasoned campaigners like Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns.
It is now down to eight teams in the Beer Cup after heavyweights like Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns found themselves among the eight sides eliminated. Now, interesting quarter-final matchups have been confirmed as the defending champions are still in vying to reclaim this trophy.
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Masandawana surged to the top of the PSL standings following an emphatic win over Richards Bay. Tashreeq Matthews led the charge with a brace, while Malibongwe Khoza and Iqraam Rayners also found the back of the net to cap off a dominant performance.
The defending league champions returned to winning ways in domestic action with a commanding performance against the Natal Rich Boys at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Saturday night. The victory secured maximum points for Masandawana, propelling them to the summit of the Premier Soccer League standings, one point clear of Sekhukhune United.
The 24-year-old has been struggling to recreate the form that saw him being selected to go to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations finals with Bafana Bafana before being signed by the Brazilians. This is despite the trust Masandawana coach Miguel Cardoso has in him and featuring in the team's all matches across all competitions this season, although coming on as a substitute.
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The Brazilians have confirmed their fourth signing of the season after bringing in another Portuguese to Chloorkop. It now remains to be seen if they have made the correct choice as they struggle to break away and take a commanding lead in the Premier Soccer League title race just like they have been doing for the better part of the last eight seasons.
The Abafana Bes'thende tactician believes his former club is still a competitive side and has explained what is making Masandawana struggle. The coach has also tipped the new signings to shine and help the club.
The Portuguese midfielder was landed just hours before the transfer window closed and got his first minutes in Wednesday's loss to Golden Arrows. Despite the result, Masandawana's new No10 has talked about his approach to football and laid down what he wants to achieve.
The tactician discussed what the former Masandawana star was capable of offering after the Tshwane giants suffered their first loss of the season. However, Cardoso said they are not trying to replace but are developing a team with a different identity.
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