August 2026 – Page 6

Dr Desiree Ellis coach of South Africa and Kaylin Swart of South Africa during the Women's Africa Cup Of Nations South Africa Press Conference on the 03 August 2026 at Labi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca ©Sydney Mahlangu BackpagePix

Proud Banyana coach Desiree Ellis: The fightback shows what this team is made of

Desiree Ellis was proud of the way her players turned around a difficult WAFCON to secure their place in the quarterfinals. After kicking off with a 2-1 loss to Tanzania, the team managed a 2-2 draw with Ivory Coast.…

Neo Rapoo ‘privileged and blessed’ to play for Orlando Pirates

Neo Rapoo says it is a privilege to play for Orlando Pirates after making his debut in the 2-0 opening-day win over Milford FC last weekend. The 20-year-old former SuperSport United Academy graduate joined the Buccaneers from Siwelele this…

Local PSL August 5, 2026

Given Msimango looking for consistency in his performances after move to Stellenbosch

Former Kaizer Chiefs and TS Galaxy defender Given Msimango is looking for consistency in his performances after moving to the Cape Winelands to join Stellenbosch FC. The 29-year-old defender will add experience to the Stellies backline having had spells…

Ashley Du Preez of Stellenbosch FC during the Betway Premiership 2026/27 match between Stellenbosch FC and Amazulu FC at Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium in Durban on 1 August 2026 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

Local PSL August 5, 2026

Ashley Du Preez back where it all started after Kaizer Chiefs exit

Ashley Du Preez is delighted to be returning to the club that gave him his professional debut after penning a long-term deal with Stellenbosch FC. The forward made his debut for Stellies in 2016 and went on to make…

Gaston Sirino of Durban City arrives during Betway Premiership 2026/27 match between Sekhukhune United and Durban City at Seshego Stadium in Polokwane on 01 August 2026 ©Brian Rikhotso/BackpagePix

Local PSL August 5, 2026

Khalil Ben Youssef explains Durban City forward Gaston Sirino’s fitness situation

Durban City coach Khalil Ben Youssef explained that Gaston Sirino was not included in the starting line-up for the club's league opener against Sekhukhune United because he had been recovering from a slight fitness setback. Instead, Sirino was introduced…

Arthur Zwane, head coach of AmaZulu during the Betway Premiership 2026/27 Launch at The Venue in Houghton on 29 July 2026 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

Local PSL August 4, 2026

Arthur Zwane Hails AmaZulu’s Winning Start Ahead Of MTN8 Quarter-Final

Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya scored the only goal of the match to hand Usuthu all three points, giving the club the perfect start as they look to build on last season’s fourth-place finish. Zwane was pleased to begin the campaign with…

Hlompo Kekana, Betway Ambassador during the Betway Premiership 2025/26 Mamelodi Sundowns Press Conference at Chloorkop in Johannesburg on 30 October 2025 ©Nokwanda Zondi/BackpagePix

Local PSL August 4, 2026

PREMIER SOCCER LEAGUE: Kekana says rare full pre-season could give Sundowns edge before campaign begins

Mamelodi Sundowns legend Hlompho Kekana believes the club’s unusually long pre-season could provide a significant boost as the reigning champions prepare to begin their campaign this weekend.

General view of stadium during the Betway Premiership 2026/27 match between Richards Bay and Polokwane City at Umhlathuze Sports Complex in Richards Bay on 2 August 2026 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

Local PSL August 4, 2026

PREMIER SOCCER LEAGUE: Richards Bay forced to seek alternative venue after PSL suspends uMhlathuze fixtures

Richards Bay FC have confirmed that the Premier Soccer League has suspended fixtures at uMhlathuze Stadium for four weeks, creating immediate uncertainty over the club’s upcoming home matches and those of fellow tenants Milford FC.

Glody Makabi Lilepo of Kaizer Chiefs during the Betway Premiership 2025/26 match between Kaizer Chiefs and Stellenbosch FC at the FNB Stadium in Nasrec on the 24 February 2026 ©Sydney Mahlangu BackpagePix

Local PSL August 4, 2026

Kaizer Chiefs Confirm Glody Lilepo Departure As Winger Joins Al Ahly Benghazi

Glody Lilepo has completed a move to Libyan side Al Ahly Benghazi, ending a brief but memorable spell at Kaizer Chiefs that included a long-awaited trophy for the Soweto club.

Tshegofatso Mabasa of Stellenbosch FC during the Betway Premiership 2025/26 match between Durban City and Stellenbosch FC at Chatsworth Stadium in Durban on 08 May 2026 ©Samuel ShivambuBackpagePix

Local August 4, 2026

Former Orlando Pirates Striker Tshegofatso Mabasa Completes Move To Moroccan Club RS Berkane

Moroccan Botola Pro League defending champions Maghreb de Fes confirmed the signing of South African striker Tshegofatso Mabasa ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Proud Banyana coach Desiree Ellis: The fightback shows what this team is made of

Neo Rapoo ‘privileged and blessed’ to play for Orlando Pirates

Given Msimango looking for consistency in his performances after move to Stellenbosch

Ashley Du Preez back where it all started after Kaizer Chiefs exit

Khalil Ben Youssef explains Durban City forward Gaston Sirino’s fitness situation

Arthur Zwane Hails AmaZulu’s Winning Start Ahead Of MTN8 Quarter-Final

PREMIER SOCCER LEAGUE: Kekana says rare full pre-season could give Sundowns edge before campaign begins

PREMIER SOCCER LEAGUE: Richards Bay forced to seek alternative venue after PSL suspends uMhlathuze fixtures

Kaizer Chiefs Confirm Glody Lilepo Departure As Winger Joins Al Ahly Benghazi

Former Orlando Pirates Striker Tshegofatso Mabasa Completes Move To Moroccan Club RS Berkane

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