Kaizer Chiefs are keeping a close eye on Luke Baartman’s fitness as they prepare to return to competitive action against Stellenbosch FC at FNB Stadium next Tuesday. Amakhosi have been without a competitive fixture for three weeks due to the FIFA international break. But their preparations for the Betway Premiership
Miguel Cardoso believes his transformation from a travelling coach into one of Africa’s most successful managers has been driven by more than just his coaching ability. The Portuguese coach arrived at Mamelodi Sundowns in 2024 after working across Portugal, Ukraine, France, Spain, Greece and Tunisia. It was during his spell
Lionel Messi has signed off from his legendary Argentina career in spectacular fashion. The 39-year-old superstar made his final appearance for La Albiceleste on Tuesday night in Buenos Aires, helping Argentina cruise to a 3-0 victory over Benin. And Messi made sure his farewell was one to remember. He scored
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso knows exactly what is at stake when he leads the Brazilians into his first domestic cup final on Saturday. Sundowns face Orlando Pirates in the MTN8 final at Moses Mabhida Stadium, with Cardoso looking to add another trophy to an already remarkable spell at Chloorkop.
Renaldo Leaner may have arrived at Kaizer Chiefs as an understudy, but his impressive debut has given Amakhosi something to think about. The 28-year-old goalkeeper was thrown into the deep end after Brandon Petersen suffered an injury in the build-up to the match last match. Leaner grabbed the opportunity with
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says he will not risk Bathusi Aubaas, Aubrey Modiba and Teboho Mokoena if they are not fully fit for Saturday’s MTN8 final against Orlando Pirates. The three key Sundowns players picked up injuries while on national team duty with Bafana Bafana, leaving their availability for
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has sparked debate ahead of Saturday’s MTN8 final after naming the Buccaneers and Mamelodi Sundowns as the two strongest teams in South African football. Pirates will face Sundowns at Moses Mabhida Stadium in what promises to be a blockbuster clash between two of the country’s
Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed that he supported the appointment of Jorge Jesus as Portugal’s head coach, despite their relationship now being at the centre of a major controversy. Ronaldo says he had originally planned to retire from international football after the 2026 World Cup. However, the president of the Portuguese
Orlando Pirates midfielder Thalente Mbatha is confident he can play a role in Saturday’s MTN8 final against Mamelodi Sundowns after overcoming a lengthy injury layoff. Mbatha has been sidelined since the opening stages of the season, with his absence particularly felt in the Pirates midfield over the past two months.
Relebohile Mofokeng could be heading for another major career move after his explosive start to life in Europe attracted interest from some of the biggest clubs on the continent. The former Orlando Pirates star has reportedly caught the attention of Premier League giants Chelsea and Brighton, while Spanish heavyweights Atletico
