Phuti Previews Sundowns Clash

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Polokwane City head coach Phuti Mohafe says their 1-0 win over Stellenbosch FC over the weekend is exactly the confidence booster his side needs ahead of their Betway Premiership match against Mamelodi Sundowns. City, who sit in sixth place on the standings with 37 points, host the defending champions in Seshego in midweek looking to get their second victory in a row at home and to cement their place in the top eight. Sundowns are looking for their first victory in three matches as they also look to topple Orlando Pirates from the summit of the log as they sit

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Dithejane Praised After First MLS Start

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Chicago Fire head coach Gregg Berhalter praised Puso Dithejane after his first start in the Major Soccer League in their 5-0 win over Sporting Kansas City. Dithejane, who joined the club from TS Galaxy in January, featured in the line-up for the first time, while former Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi received a well-deserved rest. The 21-year-old was taken off after 61 minutes but his coach believes the skilful South African can become a “formidable player in the league”. “I thought he was lively,” said Berhalter, as per On Tap Sports Net. “It’s always difficult for a player to make

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Marumo Interim Coach Makes Bold Statement About Relegation 

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Marumo Gallants interim coach Matome Mathiane has issued a bold and defiant message regarding his team’s relegation battle as they continue to fight for survival near the bottom of the standings. Bahlabane Ba Ntwa currently find themselves in 15th place on the league table, second from bottom, with just 21 points collected from 26 matches played so far this season.  Their position leaves them firmly in danger, with pressure mounting as the campaign edges closer to its conclusion. The team is enduring a difficult run, having gone seven matches without a victory. During this stretch, they suffered three consecutive defeats

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Vilakazi Makes Honest Admission After AmaZulu Thumping

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Chippa United coach Vusumuzi Vilakazi has made an honest admission about his side following a heavy defeat at the hands of AmaZulu. The Chilli Boys went down 5–1 in a Betway Premiership clash at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday, despite opening the scoring.  Speaking to the media after the match, Vilakazi noted that while his side controlled possession for spells, they lacked a cutting edge in front of goal.  He also admitted the squad no longer shows the same hunger it had when he first took charge. “I think many times I try by all means to protect my team

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Maema Nets Scorcher In Thumping Simba Cup Win

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Bafana Bafana attacking midfielder Neo Maema put in a man of the match display with a stupendous goal as Simba SC hammered Mlandege FC 3-0 in the Muungano Cup at Amaan Stadium on Sunday. The 30-year-old, who is currently on a season-long loan from Mamelodi Sundowns, has found a new lease of life in Tanzania. Under the stewardship of astute South African coach Steve Barker and former teammate Rushine De Reuck, Maema started and played the entire 90 minutes, just his fourth appearance this term as he slowly racks up minutes under his belt. The Reds of Msimbazi drew first

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Khanye Shares Views On Chiefs’ Derby Tactics

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iDiski TV analyst Junior Khanye has admitted that Kaizer Chiefs’ tactics worked in the 1-1 Betway Premiership draw against Orlando Pirates on Sunday saying they also showed character. The two sides went into the high stakes derby in high spirits coming off respective six-match unbeaten streaks. There was even more expectation on the title chasing Pirates following their 3-0 victory over Amakhosi in the first derby in the first round of the season. The result at FNB Stadium coupled with a favourable outcome in the match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Richards Bay meant Pirates stayed on top of the log

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Hlungwani Delivers Verdict On Matthews ‘Offside’ Goal In Stellies Draw

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Tashreeq Matthews’ disallowed goal for Mamelodi Sundowns in their draw against Stellenbosch FC should have stood, according to former PSL referee Victor Hlungwani. The Brazilians were eventually held to a 1-1 stalemate which saw them remain in second place behind Orlando Pirates as the Betway Premiership title charge intensifies with less than five matches left. Replay clearly shows that ‘Tash’ was indeed onside when he scored the goal as he was played onside by Olisa Ndah. The decision to flag the goal offside infuriated Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso who was however very was cautious with his words regarding the match

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Ex-Chiefs Striker Reaches Double Figures With Brace In Saudi

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Al-Adalah forward Ranga Chivaviro netted a brace as they rallied from a goal down to shock Al Jabalin 2-1 in the Saudi First Division on Monday. It was the former Kaizer Chiefs striker’s 12th league goal of the season with a single assist in 25 appearances this campaign. Chivaviro, 33, completed a move to the Saudi Arabian outfit on a free transfer in September 2025 and has now even surpassed his goal tally during his two-season spell at Amakhosi where he had scored just nine goals with an assist in 45 outings. His two strikes made it three goals in

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Five Chiefs Players A Booking Away From Missing Downs Showdown

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Lebohang Maboe, Mfundo Vilakazi, Siphesihle Ndlovu, Nkosingiphile Ngcobo and Flavio Da Silva are all at risk of missing Kaizer Chiefs‘ highly anticipated Betway Premiership clash against Mamelodi Sundowns. All five players find themselves sitting on three bookings with one match to play before the clash against the defending league champions next week. The two sides will once again renew their rivalry when they lock horns on Wednesday, 6 May, at Loftus Versfeld Stadium. But before that clash, Chiefs will take the trip to Bloemfontein to entertain Siwelele FC at Free State Stadium while Sundowns are off to Limpopo to take

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