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Five players, one prize: Breaking down the Golden Boot race

Here, we take a closer look at the players leading the charge to finish as the league's top scorer. At present, a handful of players are firmly in contention for one of the season's top honours. Golden Arrows striker…

Mlungisi Mbunjana of TS Galaxy during the 2026 Nedbank Cup Final TS Galaxy Media day at Robertsham in Johannesburg on 28 April 2026 © Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

TS Galaxy skipper calls for unity after Adnan Beganovic departure before Cup final

The Rockets parted ways with Beganovic just two weeks before the showpiece encounter, following a difficult run of results in the Betway Premiership. In response, the club moved swiftly to appoint former Kaizer Chiefs striker Bernard Parker as interim…

Durban City huddles during Betway Premiership 2025/26 football match between Durban City and Orbit College at Chatsworth Stadium in Durban on 24 April 2026 ©Nokwanda Zondi/BackpagePix

Durban City urged to end KZN’s 17-year wait for Nedbank Cup title

Khawula made his remarks during the club's official send-off held in Durban this week, where provincial officials met with players, technical staff, and management ahead of the final. "The province is behind you," Khawula told the squad, as quoted…

Lebo Mothiba of Mamelodi Sundowns during the Betway Premiership 2025/26 match between Polokwane City and Mamelodi Sundowns at Seshego Stadium, Seshego on the 29 April 2026 ©Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix

Mamelodi Sundowns attacker Lebo Mothiba escapes Miguel Cardoso criticism after Panenka penalty miss

Mothiba was a 61st minute substitute for Peter Shalulile and within seconds he set up Marcelo Allende for what proved to be the only goal of the game at the Seshego Stadium. The substitute then stepped up after Khulumani…

Tim Sukazi, TS Galaxy Chairman during the Betway Premiership 2025/26 match between Orlando Pirates and TS Galaxy at Orlando Stadium, in Soweto on 30 September 2025 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix

TS Galaxy Chairman Tim Sukazi eyes second Nedbank Cup glory after “transformative” 2019 triumph

TS Galaxy Chairman Tim Sukazi says their 2019 Nedbank Cup victory “transformed the club” as he eyes a second historic cup success with a win over Durban City.

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos Sets Record Straight on Rayners’ AFCON snub

The coach revealed that the forward’s omission was largely due to health concerns at the time of selection.

Miguel Cardoso Hails Sundowns’ Discipline in Win Against Polokwane

The Brazilians endured a frustrating first half, with the compact pitch limiting their usual fluid style and forcing a more calculated approach. Despite the challenges, the reigning champions showed composure and tactical discipline, with Marcelo Allende scoring the decisive…