The Buccaneers have officially initiated a massive squad overhaul following their triumphant Betway Premiership campaign after confirming a series of high-profile arrivals and departures as they prepare to defend their titles and take on the continent next season.
Former Mamelodi Sundowns attacker Manqoba Ngwenya, who was no stranger to controversy during his own career, has issued a stark warning to 'Master Chef' by suggesting the 28-year-old midfielder's professional career is on the brink of a premature end after the Bucs decided to not extend his stay beyond a single season.
The former Orlando Pirates captain has broken his silence on the difficult loan spells endured by the Amakhosi pair. Despite arriving with high expectations, the duo struggled to break into the starting XI at Bloemfontein, leaving questions hanging over their long-term futures at Naturena.
The representatives of Siviwe Magidigidi have moved to clarify reports suggesting the forward has gone absent without leave from Belgian club K Beerschot VA. Rumours had begun to swirl regarding the youngster’s future after he failed to return to Europe following a trip home to Mzansi.
Amakhosi has been told that Sipho Mbule is the 'crowd puller' they need to restore the club's glory days following his departure from the Buccaneers. The talented midfielder is officially a free agent after the Sea Robbers opted against extending his stay in Soweto.
As the season reached its climax this past weekend, with the Orlando Pirates duo wrapping up the campaign in championship glory, PSL has kept the celebrations rolling as standout performers continue to shine. The Moroccan tactician, Bloemfontein-born shot-stopper, and Sekhukhune United' star all rose to the occasion in May, stealing the spotlight and walking away with individual monthly accolades after a blistering run of form.
The last day of league action was short on drama but did provide some goals, a great comeback and an almost, nearly incredible relegation great escape. With the last day done that's it for this season's Betway Premiership. Congratulations to champions Orlando Pirates and all the clubs who met their season objectives.
The former Buccaneers winger has thrown his weight behind two of the club's current stars to sweep the individual honours at the end of the campaign. The Siwelele FC attacker believes the level of consistency shown by the duo has placed them head and shoulders above the rest of the Premier Soccer League.
The talented winger's return to the bright lights of the Premier Soccer League started with a bang, but the former Amakhosi man has since found himself watching from the wings. After a high-profile comeback following a period of rehabilitation, the attacker has struggled to command a regular starting berth under the former Orlando Pirates captain.
The Bafana Bafana international did not hold back in clarifying what the future would look like if it were entirely up to him, but the final decision rests with the Chloorkop hierarchy regarding his next step, as his loan spell edges towards its conclusion after a stellar campaign away from his parent club.
The tactician of the Bloemfontein-based side has opened up on the prospects of retaining the Amakhosi duo beyond the current campaign. The coach admitted that while he values their quality, the final decision remains with the parent club at Naturena.
Sekhukhune United forward Bradley Grobler is reportedly weighing up his future in professional football as persistent injury troubles take their toll. And, according to his father, he should not be in contention for a spot in Hugo Broos' Bafana Bafana squad even if he was 100% fit.
The penultimate round of league fixtures saw three of the bottom four beaten to leave relegation and the play-off place up in the air for the last day of the season. Further up the table, MTN8 qualification was sealed, or enhanced for several clubs, leaving Siwelele, Stellenbosch, and Durban City fighting it out for the final spot.
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.
The Bloemfontein-based side’s breakout star has officially ignited, with South Africa’s biggest clubs reportedly circling the young winger. After a string of impressive performances, the 20-year-old has found himself at the centre of a high-stakes transfer battle involving the Soweto giants.
Amakhosi duo are reportedly facing an uncertain future as their loan spells at the Lehlohonolo Seema-coached team come to a complicated crossroads. While the Bloemfontein-bound outfit is keen on retaining the pair, they have slapped a major condition on any potential permanent deal.
During their time in the Soweto giants reserve team, the duo showed flashes of real promise, earning a promotion to the first team, where the step up proved anything but a walk in the park. Their loan spell at Siwelele has yet to ignite a turnaround, with limited game time leaving the Amakhosi faithful questioning whether they can still bounce back from this setback.
The Brazilians' coach has delivered a defiant message after his side survived a chaotic 11-goal thriller at the Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium. Despite moving within touching distance of the league title, the coach was left fuming at a defensive display that saw the Brazilians concede four goals in a single afternoon.
After dropping points in a 1-1 draw against Amakhosi in a gruelling midweek clash, Masandawana faced Siwelele looking to return to winning ways... and The Brazilians did just that in an extraordinary match that set a new PSL record for the most goals score in a single game.
The Betway Premiership title race has reached a boiling point, with Masandawana and the Sea Robbers neck-and-neck at the summit of the table. Former midfield general Benson Mhlongo believes this is exactly what South African football needs to maintain its quality and prestige.
George Lebese believes the Buccaneers 21-year-old star has outgrown the 'youngster' tag after a sensational turnaround in form in a more central role under head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has seen him become the heartbeat of the Bucs' title charge.
GOAL gives you the details to follow the Premier Soccer League clash between Masandawana and the Bloemfontein club at the Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria on Saturday evening. Both teams desperately need a win to attain their season ambitions of the PSL title and a Top Eight finish respectively.
The former Buccaneers star has issued a stern reality check to his former club, insisting the Premier Soccer League title is anything but a certainty despite the stars aligning for the Sea Robbers. Following the Tshwane giants' setback in a stalemate with Kaizer Chiefs, the Mayfair outfit finally holds the keys to their own destiny as the title race enters the home stretch.
The former Masandawana head coach has welcomed the intense title race currently unfolding in the Premier Soccer League, insisting that the neck-and-neck battle between the Brazilians and Buccaneers is exactly what South African football needs. The three-time CAF Champions League winner believes the unpredictability of the current campaign has breathed new life into the domestic game as the season reaches its climax.
The defender has issued a defiant message to title rivals, the Buccaneers, insisting that the reigning champions are not ready to relinquish their crown just yet. Despite a tough draw against Amakhosi that dented their momentum, the Zimbabwean international believes the Brazilians' vast experience will see them through in the season's final stretch.
The Sea Robbers former skipper Lucky Lekgwathi is adamant the team have finally found the momentum required to topple the Brazilians' long-standing rule over South African football. Following a massive week of results in the Betway Premiership, the legendary defender believes the trophy race is no longer a foregone conclusion but a battle that will go down to the absolute wire.
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