The former Masandawana captain has provided a candid assessment of the club's recent failure to secure continental silverware. The Brazilians missed out on the CAF Super Cup trophy following a disappointing 3-1 defeat at the hands of Algerian outfit USM Alger at Loftus Versfeld.
The Chloorkop club have been rocked by the news that striker Brayan Leon is set for an extended spell on the sidelines following a serious injury. The Colombian forward was forced off during the Brazilians' recent continental showdown, leaving head coach Miguel Cardoso without a critical component of his attack.
Bafana Ba Style captain has admitted that the club's recent failure in the CAF represents a significant low point for the South African giants. The Pretoria-based side suffered a disappointing 3-1 defeat at the hands of USM Alger, sparking frustration among the home supporters at Loftus Stadium.
Masandawana's head coach has called for his side to shift their focus immediately following a disappointing 3-1 defeat to USM Alger in the Super Cup. The Portuguese tactician watched his side struggle at Loftus Versfeld as the Algerian visitors' clinical edge secured the continental trophy.
The Brazilians assistant coach Steve Komphela has opened up about the emotional aftermath of the club's disappointing CAF Super Cup defeat to USM Alger. Despite the pain of the result, the veteran tactician found a silver lining in a brief, poignant exchange with one of the winning players at Loftus Stadium.
The omission of Themba Zwane from Bafana Bafana’s latest AFCON qualifying squad has columnist Lerato Mkhondo asking an important question: Are we witnessing the end of an era?
The Brazilians' coach has expressed his frustration following a painful CAF Super Cup defeat at the hands of USM Alger. The Portuguese tactician watched his side falter on the continental stage once again, leaving the reigning African champions facing a difficult period of introspection during the international break.
The Brazilians welcomed the Algerian giants to Loftus Versfeld Stadium with both sides chasing continental glory. Masandawana suffered a disappointing defeat though, falling short in their quest to lift the CAF Super Cup title.
Masandawana's head coach has delivered a balanced assessment of the 24-year-old following the winger’s explosive introduction to life at Chloorkop. Despite the attacker's immediate impact on the scoreline, the Portuguese tactician insists there is still room for improvement in his overall game.
GOAL brings you all the available details on the ultimate continental cup final between the Tshwane giants and the Reds and Blacks of Algiers at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria. This is a once-off final between the winners of the CAF Champions League and the CAF Confederation Cup.
The Tshwane giants head into the continental final against USM Alger with a cloud of uncertainty hanging over their most influential players. The potential absence of Ronwen Williams and Teboho Mokoena has created a major selection headache for the head coach as he chases more glory.
Mamelodi Sundowns defender Mothobi Mvala has opened up about the psychological toll of his recent long-term injury absence, admitting he feared for his professional future. The hard-tackling centre-back endured a gruelling recovery process before finally making his return to the first-team fold under manager Miguel Cardoso.
The Masandawana midfielder has come out fighting against the club's detractors following their unexpected early exit from CAF Champions League. The Portuguese playmaker insists the squad remains fully committed to adding more trophies to the cabinet despite a recent stumble on the road to defending their crown.
Masandawana forward has spoken candidly about the emotional burden of a high-profile error that contributed to the club's premature exit from the hampions League. The 25-year-old found himself in the spotlight for the wrong reasons after a lapse in concentration during a crucial continental fixture at Loftus Versfeld.
The veteran tactician has defended his choice to include Mamelodi Sundowns duo Mokoena and Williams in his latest squad. Despite both players nursing injuries, the former Al Ahly mentor is willing to wait until the final moments before considering replacements for the upcoming AFCON qualifiers.
Masandawana faces a race against time to secure the future of Allende, with the Chilean playmaker currently entering the final months of his contract at Chloorkop. The South American midfielder has become a cornerstone of the Brazilians' dominant tactical set-up since his arrival in 2022, leaving the club hierarchy desperate to avoid losing him for nothing at the end of the season.
The Tshwane giants' mentor has explained why the 29-year-old defender is yet to feature regularly since arriving at Chloorkop. Despite the excitement surrounding his arrival, the former Orlando Pirates star is still waiting for his opportunity, while other new recruits have already hit the ground running.
Masandawana head coach has heaped praise on the veteran defender following his successful return to the starting XI. The 32-year-old put in a commanding performance to help the Brazilians secure their place in the Carling Knockout Cup semi-finals.
The shortlists for the 2026 CAF Awards have been officially unveiled, with South African football enjoying a significant presence across several prestigious categories. Mamelodi Sundowns have seen their continental dominance reflected in the nominations, while the South African national team has also been recognised for their impressive form on the international stage.
The African champions are facing a race against time to have two of their most influential stars available for one of the biggest matches of the season. Head coach Miguel Cardoso has addressed the fitness concerns surrounding Ronwen Williams and Teboho Mokoena as the Tshwane giants prepare for their continental Super Cup showdown.
The Brazilians head coach has lauded his side’s tactical discipline following their hard-fought victory over Golden Arrows in the Carling Knockout quarter-finals. The Portuguese tactician expressed his delight after the Brazilians secured a narrow 1-0 win to book their place in the final four of the competition.
The Brazilians secured their place in the semi-finals with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Abafana Bes'thende at Loftus Versfeld Stadium. A second-half strike from Iqraam Rayners proved to be the difference in a match dominated by Sundowns' relentless possession.
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