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Hunt Expresses Delight At Danie Craven Return

Stellenbosch FC head coach Gavin Hunt has highlighted the importance of picking up points at home with a return to Danie Craven Stadium since 24 September 2025. The return of Danie Craven comes at the right time for Stellenbosch as they aim to fight their way up the league table. The Cape Winelands outfit have been playing their home games at Athlone Stadium, DHL Stadium and some at Moses Mabhida Stadium due to the unavailability of Danie Craven. Hunt will experience the Danie Craven Stadium crowd for the first time as the Stellies head coach when they face struggling Magesi

Williams Reveals How Crunch Talks Helped Downs

Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams has revealed how crunch talks with teammates helped the side achieve their best performance of the season and how they want to maintain that level. Williams was referring to the CAF Champions League Group C decider against MC Alger where the Betway Premiership champions prevailed and progressed to the second round of the competition. The skipper said they were not happy with how things were going and needed a moment of reflection and to listen to each other. Sundowns face Orlando Pirates in the league at FNB Stadium on Wednesday looking to maintain that

Pirates On Changeroom Situation For Downs Clash

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Orlando Pirates media officer Thandi Merafe has clarified that the Buccaneers will use the away change room at FNB Stadium on Wednesday, while Mamelodi Sundowns will be allowed in the home change room of resident team Kaizer Chiefs. Last year, the game between Pirates and Sundowns kicked off six minutes delayed because Masandawana were based in older change rooms further away from the pitch, with the home change room not opened up. However, the issue has been resolved this time around, with Sundowns being allowed to use the home change room, usually occupied by Amakhosi, after an agreement between Chiefs

Mngqithi Shoots Straight Over Ndlovu Future Amidst Transfer Talks

Golden Arrows head coach Manqoba Mngqithi suggests star winger Siyanda Ndlovu has the potential and ambitions for more than just a bus trip to Johannesburg in the next transfer window. Ndlovu, 22, has emerged as one of the most sought-after talents in the league since breaking into the Arrows senior set-up and this season, he’s taken his game to new heights under the former Mamelodi Sundowns coach. With nine direct goal contributions in the league, only his teammate Sede Dion (10) has more this season with the free-scoring Arrows side. Ndlovu, who won the Player of the Month back in

Ouaddou – How Pirates Transformed Into Record Breakers

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has shared insight into what was added to the squad in their record breaking run this season. Pirates are on a sensational 11 match winning run at home, a far-cry from the side who opened the league campaign with back-to-back defeats to Sekhukhune United and Marumo Gallants respectively. Sections of supporters were already calling for Ouaddou’s head, having followed on from a transformational three-year period under Jose Riveiro who delivered five domestic cups and three consecutive second-placed finishes in the league. “In terms of records [11 home wins], I think we need to give

Ndamane – I Didn’t Come Here To Relax

Mamelodi Sundowns defender Khulumani Ndamane says he joined the club to work his socks off and earn a regular place in the team. Ndamane signed for the Brazilians at the beginning of the season but remained at TS Galaxy on a six-month loan, before joining his parent club, Sundowns, during the January transfer window. He has made four appearances — three in the CAF Champions League and one in the Betway Premiership — starting in all of them. Speaking to journalists, he said he knew there was quality at Sundowns and was not expecting much playing time this early. “Obviously,

Pirates Provide Injury Update For Downs Tie

Orlando Pirates have no fresh injury concerns with the exception of defenders Tapelo Xoki and Thabiso Lebitso for tonight’s crunch Betway Premiership clash against Mamelodi Sundowns at FNB Stadium. The top-of-the-table meeting at the Calabash promises to be an electrifying affair with the Buccaneers currently leading the log standings with 38 points to Sundowns’ 32. While Masandawana have Bathusi Aubaas suspended for this evening’s match, Pirates have no suspension issues but will be without Xoki and Lebitso who are still recovering from their respective injuries. “They head to their assignment against the Tshwane Giants with no fresh suspension worries, while

Ouaddou Unfazed By FNB Switch

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says he understands why they will be facing Mamelodi Sundowns at FNB Stadium. Ouaddou has led Pirates to a record 11 consecutive home wins this season, but they will now be home away from home as they move from the fortress that is the Orlando Amstel Arena, to the Calabash for Wednesday evening’s showdown against Masandawana. Pirates hold a six-point lead at the summit and as they chase their first league title since the 2011/12 campaign, having finished runners-up to Sundowns for the last three consecutive seasons. “It’s the choice of the club and

While They’re Sleeping, We Must Capitalise – Makhaula

Orlando Pirates midfielder Makhehlene Makhaula says that while Mamelodi Sundowns remain off form, they must capitalise on it. The Buccaneers will take on Masandawana on Wednesday, 18 February, in a crucial Betway Premiership clash at the FNB Stadium. This will be a top-of-the-table clash, as the Sea Robbers sit at the top with 38 points after 16 matches, while Bafana Ba Style have accumulated 32 points from 15 matches. Makhaula admitted that Masandawana haven’t been at their best this season, adding that all clubs in the league, including themselves, have to capitalise on that. “Yes, they are not playing well