The Brazilians captain has broken his silence regarding his future at Chloorkop following the club's historic CAF Champions League triumph. The veteran midfielder remains a focal point of the Masandawana dynasty, but questions regarding his longevity have surfaced as his contract nears its conclusion.
The midfielder believes the recent domestic and continental success of South Africa's biggest clubs will provide a massive psychological lift for Hugo Broos' team. With the FIFA World Cup on the horizon, the Masandawana star feels the winning momentum at club level is exactly what the national team needs to make an impact on the global stage.
The Sports Minister has launched a scathing counter-attack against the Brazilians’ boss following the club's recent continental success. The minister’s intervention comes after the Masandawana tactician questioned the domestic football structures in the wake of their CAF Champions League triumph over AS FAR.
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.
Taegeuk Warriors boss has admitted that physical conditioning will be the greatest obstacle for his side at upcoming global showpiece, citing the punishing effects of high altitude. The Asian giants are taking no chances as they prepare for a difficult Group A campaign that includes a meeting with Hugo Broos’ South Africa, at altitude in Guadalupe.
The Al-Ettifaq winger has opened up on social media following a turbulent period that saw him lose his place in the national team setup for the upcoming global tournament after picking up a serious knee injury in training with his club.
The former PSL coach has offered his verdict on the national team’s goalkeeping debate ahead of the global showpiece, insisting there is very little to distinguish the leading contenders. The experienced tactician believes the race for the back up goalkeeper spots remains finely balanced, adding that the quality gap between the current Kaizer Chiefs and Siwelele goalkeepers is virtually non-existent.
The Buccaneers’ captain has paid a heartfelt tribute to the club’s devoted supporters following their historic Premier Soccer League title triumph. The Sea Robbers clinched the championship after a tense battle with Mamelodi Sundowns, capping off an incredible season that also saw them lift the MTN8 and Carling Knockout Cup. With the loyal fans backing the Mayfair-based side throughout, their unwavering support proved a major boost for the players on their way to a memorable campaign.
The Amakhosi youth academy graduate has opened up on the mixed emotions following his historic senior debut for the Glamour Boys. Despite etching his name into the record books as the youngest goalkeeper to feature for the Naturena-based side in the Premier Soccer League, the 18-year-old shot-stopper remains a true perfectionist at heart.
The Soweto giants have finally scaled the mountain top of South African football, ending the title drought that had lingered for over a decade. The Buccaneers clinched the Premier Soccer League crown with a solid win over Orbit College, with celebrations following at Mbombela Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
The Buccaneers' shot-stopper has solidified his place in the club’s history books after a magnificent season that saw the Sea Robbers end a long wait for league glory. Despite shattering records and playing a pivotal role in a historic treble success, the 29-year-old netminder remains grounded when his name is mentioned alongside the club’s greatest-ever icons.
Bafana Bafana star has lifted the lid on his debut season with the Soweto giants after helping his side secure a historic treble. The attacker admitted that while the pressure from the Ghost has been intense, it played a vital role in the club finally ending a 14-year wait for league glory.
South Africa legend has thrown his support behind the Orlando Pirates prodigy, backing him to step into a leading role for the national team on the world stage. The 21-year-old has enjoyed a breakout domestic season and is now being tipped as a key figure in Hugo Broos’ plans, with expectations growing that he could become a central presence in the senior setup.
Bafana Bafana captain is dreaming of more than just silverware as his side prepares for the Champions League final second leg against AS FAR. The Masandawana shotstopper believes a victory in Rabat would provide a much-needed emotional boost for the entire South African nation.
South Africa's head coach has admitted he is facing an agonizing week as he prepares to trim his selection down to a final 26-man squad for the upcoming tournament. He also travelled down memory lane to when he was first appointed and the nation's attitude to their team.
The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture is no stranger to controversy online, or in real life and his seemingly innocent message of support for Master Chef appears to have rubbed people the wrong way.
The Clarets boss has issued a rallying cry to his squad, including the South Africa international, as they prepare for the global showpiece. Despite a difficult domestic campaign for the EPL side, the coach is determined to ensure his international stars arrive at the tournament in peak condition.
A Buccaneers legend has launched a scathing attack on the Belgian tactician following the announcement of the preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The retired attacker believes the veteran coach has made several grave errors in his player assessments ahead of the global showpiece.
The 32-man extended South African FIFA World Cup squad was released by SAFA and it is fair to say there were mixed reactions to the list. Both inclusions and omissions caused a stir amongst fans who took to social media to express their hopes, dreams and criticisms of the assembled players who will carry the nations expectations into the global tournament.
The expanded squad will be whittled down to just 26 players when the South Africa coach announces his final list on May 27. Until then, the following players will attend a preparatory camp in Johannesburg, minus the Mamelodi Sundowns picks as they are playing in the CAF Champions League final second leg on Sunday.
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 South African contingent in South East Asia continues to shrink following the shock news that former Masandawana star has been released by Nam Dinh FC. The veteran forward becomes the second high-profile Mzansi star to leave the club in as many days, following hot on the heels of a former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder.
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 28-year-old defender has moved to clear the air regarding reports of his omission from South Africa's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad, blaming a breakdown in communication at his Romanian club FCSB for the confusion and handing Hugo Broos a significant boost by returning to action in Romania, proving his fitness just in time for the final selection process.
The Brazilians boss has thrown his full support behind his defender, insisting the 28-year-old is ready for the international stage. With coach Hugo Broos set to name his squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup next week, the timing of Cardoso’s endorsement could not be more significant.
South Africa's road to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations has been mapped out following the official qualifying draw. Bafana will have to navigate an interesting group if they are to secure their spot at the tournament hosted across East Africa.
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