Cardoso Makes Bold Prediction Of Downs’ Champions League Group

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso believes that their CAF Champions League group will only be decided in the final match of the group stage. Masandawana suffered a 2–1 defeat to Al Hilal in Kigali, Rwanda. After four matches, Sundowns have recorded just one victory, along with two draws and one loss. As a result, they currently sit second in the group with five points, while Al Hilal lead the standings on eight points, with two matches still remaining. Reflecting on the situation, Cardoso said that when he arrived at Sundowns last year, the team found itself in a similar

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Pirates Aim Good Run, Chiefs Looking To Bounce Back

Orlando Pirates reserve side aim to continue with their good run in the DStv Diski Challenge title race. Pirates have won seven of their last eight games and sit comfortable at the top with 40 points, seven ahead of second placed Mamelodi Sundowns. They face struggling Sekhukhune United after defeating Babina Noko in the first-round back in October 2025. Title holders Kaizer Chiefs lock horns with stubborn TS Galaxy. Amakhosi are currently in fifth place with 26 points and 14 points behind Pirates. The hopes of defending the title are getting slimmer every weekend. But they can have it easy

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Sundowns Suffer Defeat In Rwanda

Mamelodi Sundowns lost 2-1 to Al Hilal in their CAF Champions League Group C clash at Stade Amahoro in Rwanda on Friday night. The first real chance of the game fell to Tashreeq Matthews just 10 minutes in who saw his effort come off the crossbar. Matthews again missed another glorious chance five minutes later with his shot blocked out for a corner. Mohamed Abdel Rhman came inches close to breaking the deadlock for the home side in the 40th minute but missed the whipped-in cross. Abdel Rhman and his teammates’ resilience paid off on the stroke of halftime after

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Official: Sekhukhune Announce Latest Exits

Sekhukhune United have announced the loan exits of Katlego Mohamme and Samkele Sihlali. Mohamme is off to Chippa United FC for the rest of the season, while Sihlali heads to Motsepe Foundation Championship side Gomora United FC. ALSO READ: Official: Sekhukhune Announce Duo SigningFormer Downs Winger Nku Lands New Club Babina Noko confirmed on Friday evening of the duo’s exit. “As the January window shuts, we send our best wishes to Katlego “Kat” Mohamme and Samkele “Semali” Sihlali, as they go out on loan. “Mohamme links up with Chippa United FC for the rest of the season, while Sihlali heads

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Sundowns Starting XI Announced

Mamelodi Sundowns have named a strong starting line-up for tonight’s CAF Champions League Group C assignment against Al-Hilal at Stade Amahoro in Rwanda. After playing to a pulsating 2-2 draw last Friday at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, the Brazilians dispatched Sekhukhune United 2-0 in the Betway Premiership on Tuesday to boost their confidence ahead of their fixture in Kigali this evening. The two sides both sit on five points after three rounds of fixtures which will make the clash even entertaining. Here’s how both team line-up: Al Hilal Starting XI: tbc Subs: Sundowns Starting XI: Onyango (c), Mudau, Cupido, Sibiya, Reisinho,

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Official: Stellies Announce Three New Recruits

Stellenbosch FC have welcomed their three newest recruits in Shakeel April, Asekho Tiwani and Wonderboy Makhubu. On Friday afternoon, the Cape Winelands outfit confirmed they had parted ways with Thato Khiba, Sanele Barns and Lesiba Nku. ALSO READ: Official: Stellies Announce Trio ExitOfficial: Sekhukhune Announce Duo Signing While Khiba and Barns were transfers reached with Sekhukhune United and Richards Bay, respectively, Nku’s departure was by mutual agreement. Stellies have since confirmed the arrival of the three new players. “We are pleased to conclude the January transfer window by welcoming Shakeel, Wonderboy, and Asekho to the Club,” Stellenbosch FC CEO Rob

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Official: Stellies Announce Trio Exit

Stellenbosch FC have officially parted ways with Thato Khiba, Sanele Barns and Lesiba Nku, the club announced on Friday. While Khiba and Barns were transfers reached with Sekhukhune United and Richards Bay, respectively, Nku’s departure was by mutual agreement. The Cape Winelands outfit made the announcement on Friday afternoon via a statement. “Stellenbosch FC can confirm that the Club has reached agreements for the transfers of Thato Khiba to Sekhukhune United and Sanele Barns to Richards Bay. The Club has also parted ways with Lesiba Nku by mutual agreement. “Khiba joined Stellenbosch in January 2025 and made 43 appearances across

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Official: Sekhukhune Announce Duo Signing

Sekhukhune United have announced the duo signing of Lesiba Nku and Thato Khiba from Stellenbosch FC, as first reported by iDiski Times. Nku was transfer-listed by Stellies in early December last year alongside Bradley Mojela. The former Mamelodi Sundowns winger made 14 appearances this season and 35 overall since joining Stellies from Sundowns in January 2025. Khiba on the other hand, has seen his brief stay at the Cape Winelands outfit come to an end after only joining them in January 2025 and impressing under former coach Steve Barker. Babina Noko announced the capture of the duo on Friday afternoon.

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Pirates Receive Double Boost For Magesi Clash

Orlando Pirates have received a timely boost with the availability of duo Masindi Nemtajela and Thabiso Sesane ahead of the Betway Premiership clash against Magesi FC this weekend. Nemtajela sat out the 0-0 stalemate against Sekhukhune United last week due to suspension but now returns to give head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou more options in the midfield. The Buccaneers also added that Thabiso Sesane is fit again to provide back up at the back. “With Magesi looming in the horizon, Pirates have received a timely boost in midfield through the availability of Masindi Nemtajela who is again available for selection after

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