Page 22 – Soccer

Abdeslami Ouaddou, Orlando Pirates head coach during the 2026 MTN8 Semi Final match between Orlando Pirates and Sekhukhune United at Orlando Amstel Arena in Soweto on 29 August 2026 ©Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix

Abdeslam Ouaddou eyes strong start as Orlando Pirates begin Champions League campaign

The Buccaneers have been ruthless in recent weeks, scoring 13 goals without conceding in their last five matches across all competitions. That attacking form comes at an important stage of the season, with Pirates preparing for their preliminary round…

Siyanda Ndlovu of Mamelodi Sundowns during the 2026 MTN8 Semi Final 2nd Leg match between Golden Arrows and Mamelodi Sundowns at King Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi on 30 August 2026 ©Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

Why Miguel Cardoso prefers Siyanda Ndlovu on Sundowns’ right flank

Siyanda Ndlovu joined the Brazilians from Golden Arrows ahead of the 2026/27 season and has quickly become part of Cardoso's plans. The 21-year-old has featured in six matches across all competitions, making three starts. While Ndlovu is capable of…

Etiosa Ighodaro of Kaizer Chiefs during the CAF Confederation Cup 2025/26 match between Kaizer Chiefs and Zamalek SC at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on 29 November 2025 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

Kaizer Chiefs Forward Ighodaro Makes Season Promise After Injury Woes

Kaizer Chiefs striker Etiosa Ighodaro has promised to contribute with his best form for the club after overcoming injury issues ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.

Burnley and Leeds United have been promoted back to the Premier League after both teams secured victories in the English Championship on Monday.

Bafana striker Lyle Foster joins Houston Dynamo on loan

Bafana Bafana striker Lyle Foster has joined Major Soccer League side Houston Dynamo on loan from Burnley.

PREMIER SOCCER LEAGUE: Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando da Cruz Rules Out Need for New Signings

Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando da Cruz says he is happy with his current squad and isn’t actively looking for any more signings.

CAF Champions League: Mamelodi Sundowns to face former boss Rulani Mokwena's MC Alger in CAF showdown

Kaizer Chiefs ‘Will Be There’ in Premiership Title Race, Says Miguel Cardoso

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso believes Kaizer Chiefs will definitely be among the teams challenging for the 2026/27 Betway Premiership title.

Mohau Nkota of Orlando Pirates during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match between Orlando Pirates and Magesi FC at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on 28 May 2025 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

Mohau Nkota Returns to Orlando Pirates on Season-Long Loan

Al-Ettifaq winger Mohau Nkota is back at former club Orlando Pirates on a season-long loan.

South Africa players during the Bafana Bafana Trainingat Orlando Amstel Arena the 28 May 2026 in Soweto ©Sydney Mahlangu BackpagePix

SAFA Confirms Bafana Bafana Friendly Against Egypt Next Month

The South African Football Association has revealed that Bafana Bafana will face Egypt in an international friendly at the Cairo International Stadium on 4 October.

Fernando Da Cruz, coach of Kaizer Chiefs during the Betway Premiership 2026/27 Kaizer Chiefs training at Kaizer Chiefs Village in Johannesburg on 02 September 2026 © Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

Fernando Da Cruz Confirms Double Injury Blow for Kaizer Chiefs

Amakhosi have made an unbeaten start to the league campaign, collecting eight points from four matches, but Da Cruz has been dealt another blow with several players still recovering from injuries.

Abram Mongoya, Kruger United head coach during the Betway Premiership 2026/27 match between Kruger United and Orlando Pirates at Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit on 01 September 2026 ©Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix

‘We Will Turn Things Around’: Abram Mongoya Backs Kruger United to End Poor Run

Kruger United head coach Abram Mongoya has called for patience as his newly promoted side struggle to get to grips with the Betway Premiership.

Miguel Cardoso, head coach of Mamelodi Sundowns is interviewed before Betway Premiership 2026/27 match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Marumo Gallants at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, on 19 August 2026 ©Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

‘Criticism Must Be Respectful’ – Miguel Cardoso Defends Ronwen Williams

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has defended captain Ronwen Williams after the goalkeeper was named Man of the Match in their 2-0 victory over Milford FC on Wednesday evening at the Loftus Versfeld stadium.

Xanti Pupuma, head coach of Milford FC during the Betway Premiership 2026/27 Launch at The Venue in Houghton on 29 July 2026 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

PREMIER SOCCER LEAGUE: Milford coach Xanti Pupuma questions officiating after Sundowns defeat

Milford FC manager Xanti Pupuma was left frustrated by the officiating after his side’s 2-0 defeat by Mamelodi Sundowns at Loftus Versfeld on Wednesday, claiming inconsistent application of the rules had worked against the newly promoted club.