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Phuti Mohafe, Polokwane City, April 2026

Mohafe blames 'rushed and emotional' decisions for Downs loss

The Rise and Shine boss has offered a candid assessment of the tactical and individual errors that paved the way for their 3-0 defeat against The Brazilians on Sunday. Despite a competitive showing in flashes, the coach admitted that a combination of missed opportunities and emotional decision-making from the dugout cost his side dearly in Tshwane.

Khulumani Ndamane, Keanu Cupido and Sibusiso Tshabalala, Polokwane City vs Mamelodi Sundowns, April 2026

Sundowns vs Polokwane Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

GOAL gives you the details to follow the Brazilians' Premier Soccer League against Rise and Shine at Loftus Versfeld on Sunday afternoon. The Tshwane giants are pushing to get maximum points and extend their advantage over Orlando Pirates at the top of the league table.

Mohafe targets Sundowns upset

The Rise and Shine tactician has identified some adjustments required for his side to pull off a massive upset against the Brazilians this weekend after they were left frustrated after a narrow midweek defeat to the league leaders, but the technical team believes the gap is closing.

Relebohile Mofokeng and Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates

POTS debate ramps up as new contender rises to challenge Appollis & Mofokeng

The race for the 2025/26 Premier Soccer League individual honours is reaching boiling point as a new name enters the conversation to challenge the established frontrunners. While the spotlight has largely remained on teenage sensation Relebohile Mofokeng, Richards Bay head coach Ronnie Gabriel has thrown a domestic spanner in the works by touting one of his own rising stars for a major accolade.

Tshegofatso Mabasa, Stellenbosch FC, January 2026

PSL transfer rumours: Pirates striker keen to leave

Check out the latest transfer news and rumours from Amakhosi, Buccaneers, Masandawana, the rest of the PSL teams and South African players and coaches plying their trade abroad.

Brayan Leon, Mamelodi Sundowns, April 2026

Polokwane vs Sundowns Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

GOAL gives you the details to follow the Brazilians' Premier Soccer League trip to Limpopo to face Rise and Shine at Seshego Stadium on Wednesday night. The Tshwane giants are pushing to get maximum points and overtake Orlando Pirates at the top of the league table.

Yanela Mbuthuma and Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates, April 2026

Zwane on PSL title race: 'This is going to impact players'

The league race has reached a fever pitch as the Buccaneers look to finally end Masandawana's long-standing dominance in South African football. With the Soweto giants currently leading the pack, the legendary figure believes a specific distraction could play right into the hands of his former club.

Mathiane expects Gallants' survival - 'Compared to others I feel like there's more quality in our team'

The former Golden Arrows defender has insisted that the club possesses the requisite quality and mental fortitude to maintain its top-flight status. Despite a challenging campaign that has seen Bahlabane Ba Ntwa hovering dangerously near the bottom of the table, the 37-year-old remains steadfast in his belief that survival is within reach.

Miguel Cardoso, Mamelodi Sundowns, April 2026

Cardoso sounds Bafana alarm over Sundowns injuries

The Masandawana coach has issued a grim warning regarding the fitness of his squad and the potential knock-on effect for the national team. Following a frustrating goalless draw against Richards Bay, the Portuguese tactician highlighted how a relentless fixture pile-up is systematically breaking down his key players.

How did Richards Bay stop Sundowns from winning? Cardoso explains

Although it was a matchday overshadowed by the Soweto Derby, keen PSL fans also turned their attention to the Masandawana match. Downs had a chance to overtake the Sea Robbers but ended up dropping points, too. This means the title race remains as tight as it was before the derby as the season fast approaches its conclusion.

Khuliso Mudau, Mamelodi Sundowns, April 2026

Richards Bay 0-0 Sundowns: 'We are giving Pirates the title; Saleng not ready for Downs'

The Premier Soccer League title has taken an interesting turn with the leading sides dropping points. Earlier, Orlando Pirates were held to a 1-1 draw by Kaizer Chiefs in a Soweto Derby showdown. Masandawana, thereafter, failed to take advantage to go to the top, but they have a game in hand that they can win and return to the summit of the PSL table.

Pirates edge closer to title as Chiefs stumble

The Sea Robbers are taking giant steps towards winning the title as the defending champions, the Glamour Boys, fell after a long period of an unbeaten streak again. However, the Bucs' lead has been reduced, which means the title race is unlikely to be a smooth-sailing journey for the log leaders.

Brayan Leon and Nkosinathi Sibisi, Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns

Mphela scrutinises Sundowns' mindset and priority as they battle Pirates in PSL title race

Masandawana stand as the only PSL side still flying the South African flag in continental competition. At the same time, they must juggle the relentless demands of domestic fixtures with their ambitions in Africa. That delicate balancing act presents a stern test for Miguel Cardoso’s men as the pressure mounts on both fronts.

Ronwen Williams and Simphiwe Mcineka, Mamelodi Sundowns vs Richards Bay

Richards Bay vs Sundowns Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

GOAL gives you the details to follow the Brazilians' Premier Soccer League trip to KwaZulu-Natal to face the Natal Rich Boyz at Umhlathuze Sports Complex on Sunday. Masandawana are pushing to reclaim top spot, but that is dependent on how log leaders Orlando Pirates fare against Kaizer Chiefs in the Soweto Derby.

Pule Mmodi and Kamogelo Sebelebele, Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates

Pirates vs Chiefs Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

GOAL gives you the details to follow the Premier Soccer League clash between the Buccaneers and Amakhosi at FNB Stadium on Sunday. A lot is at stake in this encounter between the log leaders and the Glamour Boys who are third on the table.

Peter Shalulile & Aubrey Modiba, Mamelodi Sundowns

Star out, Downs update on Shalulile & Santos injuries as they root for Chiefs win

The Brazilians are in desperate need of maximum points as they face the Natal Rich Boys this weekend in a must-win game. In the midweek assignment against Stellenbosch, at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium, it ended 1-1, explaining why the defending champions can't afford to drop more points.

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Soweto Derby winner predicted as Pirates and Chiefs set for ultimate clash

The last time the arch-rivals met, the Sea Robbers claimed a commanding victory, and on Sunday, both go into the game enjoying an impressive run. This is a game that will be followed keenly with the wider football fraternity because its result can have a huge effect on the title race.

Iqraam Rayners, Mamelodi Sundowns, August 2025

Cardoso issued with Rayners advice as Sundowns face potential PSL title disruptors Richards Bay

The Brazilians press on in their pursuit of a record-extending ninth consecutive PSL title. Their latest assignment takes them on the road against a side that has built a reputation as a stubborn opponent on home soil. It sets up a demanding test of their title credentials as they look to continue with their dominance.

Moriri on title race: Sundowns' CAF experience gives them edge

The Tshwane giants legend Surprise Moriri has thrown his full weight behind the Brazilians to retain their Premier Soccer League crown despite recent pressure from Orlando Pirates. The former midfield maestro believes the tactical steel forged on the continent will be the deciding factor in the final stretch of the season.

Mohau Nkota and Relebohile Mofokeng, Orlando Pirates

Makhanya identifies another Bucs revelation like Mofokeng and Nkota, but suggests Ouaddou has no guts to play him

The Buccaneers have built a reputation for producing young players who go on to become household names in South African football. This has raised expectations around the club’s development structures. Now, their development coach has singled out a promising talent he believes could be the next big name to emerge from the Soweto giants’ ranks.

Lebohang Maboe, Aden McCarthy and Oswin Appollis, Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates

Veteran coach explains why 'a draw will not be good for both teams' as Chiefs and Pirates clash

Not only are derby bragging rights there to play for, but more importantly, maximum points are there for the taking. That raises the stakes significantly heading into Sunday’s clash, and it makes the encounter a possibly thrilling affair.

Sundowns should start PSL celebrations!

The Glamour Boys have rediscovered their form in a critical time when there are just a couple of rounds remaining to conclude the campaign. They are currently unbeaten in their last six games, where they have collected 16 points from a possible 18.

Ouaddou opens up on Pirates' Soweto Derby approach as he zooms in on Chiefs' 'very good shape'

The Buccaneers claimed a commanding 3-0 victory when the two giants first met back in February. With that result still fresh, Amakhosi head into Sunday's clash eager to settle the score and restore pride. On the other hand, the Sea Robbers are determined to assert their dominance once more and complete a league double over their old rivals.

Miguel Cardoso, Mamelodi Sundowns, October 2025

Pirates legend Vilakazi makes U-turn on Sundowns coach Cardoso

The Portuguese tactician has been at the helm of the Brazilians since December 2024, tasked with steering the club to CAF Champions League success. He faces intense pressure to fulfil the mandate of guiding Masandawana to continental glory.

Flavio Silva, Kaizer Chiefs, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Orlando Pirates, April 2026

Modise asserts Pirates beating Chiefs in Soweto Derby would be in vain PSL title-wise

There is everything to play for between the arch-rivals in a clash that could decide where the Premier Soccer League title goes. The stakes go far beyond pride, with both sides knowing the outcome may shape the destiny of the season. That only heightens the anticipation, adding even more intensity to the fixture.

Arthur Sales, Mamelodi Sundowns, Deon Hotto, Orlando Pirates, November 2025

Pirates legend claims divine edge as Sundowns stumble

The former Buccaneers striker believes the tide has officially turned in the Premier Soccer League title race following the Tshwane giants’ recent stumble. The Sea Robbers legend suggests that divine intervention might be at play as the Soweto giants look to end Masandawana's domestic dominance.

Frequently asked questions

: Il 7 giugno 1927 Alba Audace, Roman e Fortitudo Pro Roma si unirono in una sola società per dare battaglia ai club del nord e del centro-sud: naque così la Roma.
: Dan Friedkin, imprenditore e produttore cinematografico americano, è il presidente della Roma. La società giallorossa è di proprietà della società The Friedkin Group.
: La Roma gioca le partite interne allo Stadio Olimpico, inaugurato nel maggio 1953 con il nome di Stadio dei Centomila. Nel 1960 assunse il nome attuale dopo l'assegnazione delle Olimpiadi a Roma.
: La Roma può ospitare 70.634 spettatori allo Stadio Olimpico cittadino. Solo San Siro, impianto di Inter e Milan, ha più posti a sedere in Italia.
: La Roma ha vinto tre Scudetti nel corso della sua storia. Il primo è arrivato nel 1943, mentre il secondo nel 1983. L'ultimo titolo giallorosso risale al 2001.
: La Roma ha vinto una sola coppa europea, la Conference League del 2022. La Coppa delle Fiere conquistata nel 1961 non è invece considerata dall'UEFA, al contrario della FIFA.
: La Roma ha vinto 16 trofei nella sua storia, considerando anche la Coppa delle Fiere. Il record è rappresentato dalla Coppa Italia, conquistata in ben 9 occasioni.
: La Roma prende i colori giallo e rosso dal Gonfalone del Campidoglio, ovvero lo stemma della città. In alcune stagioni il colore rosso è stato più chiaro o il giallo più brillante.
: La Roma ha scelto la lupa come simbolo in virtù della lupa capitolina, che secondo la leggenda avrebbe accudito Romolo, fondatore della città, e suo fratello Remo.
: Francesco Totti è il capocannoniere della Roma di tutti i tempi. Dal 1992/1993 al 2016/2017 l'ex capitano giallorosso ha segnato ben 307 goal.
: Oltre ad essere il massimo marcatore di sempre, Francesco Totti detiene anche il record di partite giocate con la Roma. In totale il 'Pupone' è sceso in campo in 786 gare con i giallorossi.
: I giocatori della Roma sono i giallorossi, mentre la squadra è chiamata principalmente la Lupa o la Magica. I calciatori vengono anche chiamati capitolini in virtù della capitale Roma.
: Non c'è un vero e proprio motivo per cui la Roma è chiamata la magica, se non per rimarcare l'amore per il club giallorosso. Il soprannome è nato tra la fine degli anni '70 e l'inizio degli anni '80.
: Lo svedese Nils Liedholm è l'allenatore più presente nella storia della Roma. In totale ha guidato i giallorossi per 439 partite, vincendo uno Scudetto e tre Coppa Italia.
: La Roma è retrocessa in Serie B una sola volta nella sua storia, al termine dell'annata 1950/1951. Un anno dopo, la squadra giallorossa tornerà in Serie A, in cui milita ininterrotamente da allora.

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