With the MTN8 concluding over the weekend, South African football now shifts it's focus to the second domestic cup as the fixtures for the Carling Knockout Cup Round of 32 have been revealed after the official draw on Wednesday night.
Former Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana star Gavin Lane has launched a scathing critique of the current coaching landscape in the Betway Premiership. The man affectionately known as the "Stability Unit" believes the rapid turnover of managers in South African football has reached a point of absurdity.
The Glamour Boys are set to host Gavin Hunt's men at the FNB Stadium on Tuesday night as they look to return to winning ways after a pair of draws against Polokwane City and Golden Arrows stalled their momentum and saw them fall off the title pace maintained by Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns.
GOAL brings you all the available details on the MTN8 final between the Buccaneers and Bafana ba Style at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban. The Bucs are looking for their fifth Wafa Wafa title in a row while The Brazilians are looking for their first domestic cup triumph since they won the Carling Black Label Cup in 2022.
Mokete "Shaune" Mogaila has pleaded guilty to charges of culpable homicide following a devastating car accident that resulted in the death of a young child. The former Sekhukhune United winger appeared in court to admit his role in the fatal collision that took place in Tembisa.
The pacey winger has finally broken his silence on the transfer saga that nearly saw him land at Naturena before the current campaign began. Despite a lucrative proposal from the Soweto giants, the former Mamelodi Sundowns man opted for a different path.
Former Orlando Pirates and Cape Town City head coach has broken his silence regarding his abrupt departure from Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko. Despite a challenging start to the season in West Africa, the tactician insists that his decision to step down was not motivated by the club's recent dip in form or results on the pitch.
Former Buccaneers captain Eugene Zwane has delivered his verdict on the upcoming Wafa Wafa final, warning that the heavyweight clash against the Brazilians will be a complicated affair for both sides. The Premier Soccer League recently confirmed that Durban’s iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium will host the showpiece event on October 10.
The Rockets are reportedly preparing to restructure their technical team, with Bernard Parker set to be moved from his position as head coach into an assistant role. The decision comes after a disappointing run of form that has left the club languishing in the lower half of the Betway Premiership table.
Brandon Truter gets first taste of win against the Rockets; Milford FC are up to 5th after picking up a point against Durban City; Stellies brushed aside the Betway Premiership newbies to end their winless run; Zimbabwean talisman continued his red-hot scoring form as his goal ensured Usuthu went on a three-match winning run; Babina Noko won a five-goal thriller against Natal Rich Boys.
Amakhosi find themselves at a crossroads in the goalkeeping department as they prepare for a crucial Betway Premiership clash against Golden Arrows. With captain Brandon Petersen sidelined through injury, the spotlight has shifted to the off-season recruit to finally make his mark at Naturena.
We can all read the Premier Soccer League log table and quickly see where teams are in the standings. But points earned, goals scored, and conceded, are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to identifying clubs that are over or under performing as there is a wealth of underlying data that measures teams' performance in different areas of the pitch.
Bahlabane Ba Ntwa tactician has wasted no time in making his presence felt at his new club, launching a scathing rebuttal against his former employers. The 55-year-old coach finds himself at the centre of a heated contractual dispute following his sudden move to the South African top flight.
Former Gallants head coach has sensationally hit out at the club's hierarchy following his ruthless dismissal just five matches into the new Betway Premiership season. The experienced tactician, who arrived with high expectations after a successful stint at Polokwane City, has broken his silence to reveal the internal frustrations that led to his departure.
The Village Boys claimed their first win in the Betway Premiership in the Mpumalanga Derby, after the Stallions thumped the Natal Rich Boyz, while the City of Roses outfit settled for a draw with Abafana Bes’thende. Another goal from the league’s in-form marksman saw Usuthu climb the table on Saturday, with Bradley Grobler’s late equaliser earning Gavin Hunt’s men a point on Friday.
Former Moroka Swallows star Timothy "RDP" Nkosi has made a series of bold predictions for the 2026/2027 Premier Soccer League season, tipping the Brazilians to reclaim their throne. The retired midfielder believes the early stages of the campaign will be decisive in determining whether the trophy returns to Chloorkop or stays with rivals Buccaneers.
The Chilli Boys tactician has expressed cautious optimism ahead of his side’s daunting league fixture against the Brazilians. While the KuGompo City-based side have proven difficult to beat in recent weeks, the coach is fully aware that his side must sharpen their edge in front of goal to stand a chance against the continental giants.
The judging panel had their work cut out for them as every category was fiercely contested but in the end the winners' qualities shone through and the awards were decided with a mix of familiar and unexpected faces amongst the winners.
The 23-year-old has hit the ground running at Mayfair since his high-profile move from Stellenbosch FC, quickly becoming a fixture in the Buccaneers' starting XI. His representative, Nimrod Mbhalati, has now opened up on why the central midfielder has settled so efficiently with the Soweto giants.
The Rockets tactician has insisted that they are heading in the right direction despite a statistically modest opening to their Premier Soccer League campaign. The Mpumalanga-based side have managed just one victory in their first five outings, but their head coach remains adamant that the squad is evolving effectively under his guidance.
Experienced tactician Luc Eymael has offered a glowing assessment of the PSL as the South African top flight celebrates its 30th anniversary. The Belgian coach believes the division is now operating at a level that rivals major European leagues in almost every department.
Papi Zothwane has moved quickly to dismiss growing speculation regarding the future of star man Bright Ndlovu. The versatile 26-year-old was a surprise omission from the matchday squad during the club's recent league outing.
The Glamour are set to host Siwelele at Dobsonville Stadium as they're looking to return to winning ways, having dropped points against Richards Bay FC in their last match. The Soweto giants will be aiming to close the gap on early pacesetters in the title race, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns.
Babina Noko and the Rockets became the third fixture of the weekend to end in a draw, following the Chilli Boys and the Stallions, who were also forced to settle for a point each after neither side could find the net, while Gallants shared the spoils with Rise and Shine. Meanwhile, Usuthu leapfrogged Kaizer Chiefs into third place as their Zimbabwean striker found the back of the net yet again.
The per 90 stats in football measure a player's output scaled to a full 90-minute match, allowing fair comparisons between players with different playing times and allowing us to see who are the genuine best performing players in the league this season so far. The format works by taking a player's total for any metric (eg: goals, tackles, passes, etc) and divides it by their total minutes played, then multiplies by 90 so a regular substitute who plays 15-to-20 minutes a week can be accurately compared to the impact of a starter who plays the full match every week.
Dan Malesela has launched a scathing attack on Babina Noko following their recent managerial decisions. The veteran tactician has questioned the credentials of Cedric Kaze, suggesting the Burundian’s rapid rise from translation duties to the dugout is an indictment of the local game.
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