The former Kaizer Chiefs co-coach walked away with three points against Rise and Shine. Meanwhile, Usuthu claimed a crucial victory over the Lehlohonolo Seema-coached team in Durban on Saturday, maintaining their unbeaten run in the opening three matches in the league. The Winelands-based side collected their first three points of the 2026/27 campaign after a debutant Quwan Plaatjies scored a hat-trick in his first-ever professional match.
It was raining goals at Seshego Stadium as Rise and Shine went toe-to-toe with Stellies in an entertaining encounter that ended in a 3-3 draw. The Chilli Boys also played out a draw with the Natal Rich Boys, while Gallants and Kruger United settled for a goalless stalemate. Meanwhile, in the KwaZulu-Natal derby, Durban City and Arrows drew 0-0 while newly promoted Milford got their first ever top flight points against Siwelele.
Hot on the heels of the news that Evidence Makgopa has been ruled out for two months with a knee injury, comes the reveal that Thalente Mbatha also has a knee injury that will, according to medical experts, probably require surgery and an extended period of rehabilitation.
The Warriors tactician has thrown his full weight behind Jonah Fabisch’s decision to join Abafana Bes'thende, suggesting the move could be the catalyst for the midfielder to reach the pinnacle of African football. The national team coach believes the Premier Soccer League offers a superior platform for development compared to the lower tiers of German football where the 24-year-old was previously plying his trade.
The Buccaneers coach Abdeslam Ouaddou had harsh words for his misfiring strikers following a hard-fought MTN8 victory on Saturday against 10-man Durban City. It has now been revealed that Evidence Makgopa has been ruled out for two months with a knee injury, putting pressure on new signing Sebastian Pedersen to get up to speed as quickly as possible.
Abafana Bes'thende tactician has shed light on the meticulous planning that allowed his side to dump Amakhosi out of the Wafa Wafa cup. The Durban-based outfit secured their spot in the semi-finals thanks to a disciplined defensive display and a decisive strike from Khulekani Shezi.