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Tshigwana Mthombeni of Casric Stars warming up during the 2026 Nedbank Cup match between Orlando Pirates and Casric Stars at Orlando Amstel Arena in Soweto on 21 February 2026 © Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

From Underdogs to Heroes: Mthombeni Breaks Silence after historic Pirates upset

Casric Stars’ stunning Nedbank Cup triumph over Orlando Pirates has transformed the Mpumalanga outfit from overlooked outsiders into genuine contenders. At the heart of this fairytale is goalkeeper Wandile Mthombeni, whose penalty heroics sealed a famous Last 16 victory…

Fizzled Out: Kaizer Chiefs crash out of Nedbank Cup, CAF competition and now PSL?

Fizzled Out? Kaizer Chiefs Crash Out of Nedbank Cup, CAF Competition… and Now the PSL Race?

Kaizer Chiefs return to the FNB Stadium tonight for a high-stakes encounter against Stellenbosch FC, a match that has effectively become the defining moment of their season.

CAF Confederation Cup: Ben Youssef calls for more bite from Kaizer Chiefs

Khalil Ben Youssef Confident in Kaizer Chiefs’ Betway Premiership Title Push

Khalil Ben Youssef says there is no reason why Kaizer Chiefs can’t win the Betway Premiership this season.

Bandile Shandu of Orlando Pirates during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match between Orlando Pirates and Golden Arrows FC at the Orlando Stadium, Soweto on the 13 May 2025 ©Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix

Orlando Pirates dilemma: Bandile Shandu’s future uncertain

Bandile Shandu may be forced to look for a new Betway Premiership club next season as his Orlando Pirates contract comes to an end.

Summit in sight for Mamelodi Sundowns as AmaZulu aim to shock in Betway Premiership showdown

Sundowns trail Orlando Pirates by three points but hold a crucial game in hand. Both sides have scored 26 league goals, with Pirates boasting a +19 goal difference compared to Sundowns’ +18. A single-goal victory in Durban would therefore…

Gavin Hunt, Coach of Stellenbosch FC during the 2026 Nedbank Cup last 16 game between Golden Arrows and Stellenbosch FC at King Zwelithini Stadium on 21 February 2026 © Gerhard Duraan/BackpagePix

PSL Under Fire as Gavin Hunt Joins VAR Outcry!

The controversy came in the second half when Arrows captain Ayanda Jiyane appeared to handle Langelihle Phili’s cross in the box, with his arm extended away from his body.

Nedbank Cup 2026: Oswin Appollis reflects on Orlando Pirates’ shock Ke Yona Ya Rona exit

Oswin Appollis says Orlando Pirates must “bounce back” after their stunning penalty shootout defeat to Motsepe Foundation Championship side Casric Stars, which abruptly ended their Nedbank Cup campaign.

Nedbank Cup 2026: Casric Stars coach Bucs Mthombeni lifts the lid on Orlando Pirates after statement win

Casric Stars head coach Bucs Mthombeni says his whole family but him are Orlando Pirates supporters following their famous win over Betway Premiership leaders.

Nedbank Cup: PSL outfits seek to avoid surprises on road to final

Ke Yona Ya Rona: Sekhukhune, Milford and Jacksa Spears progress to Nedbank Cup last eight

Sekhukhune United, Milford FC and Jacksa Spears all secured victories in their Round of 16 clashes to book their places in the 2025/26 Nedbank Cup quarterfinals.

North London Derby: Mikel Arteta ‘proud’ as Arsenal smash Tottenham to banish ‘shame’

Mikel Arteta expressed his delight after Arsenal produced a ruthless performance to dismantle Tottenham Hotspur 4–1 in the north London derby, saying he was proud of the team’s response after recent frustrations.

Nedbank Cup 2026: Abdeslam Ouaddou disappointed for players as Orlando Pirates make early Nedbank Cup exit

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou couldn’t hold back his disappointment after watching his side eliminated from the Nedbank Cup by Casric Stars.

Nedbank Cup 2026: “We only have ourselves to blame.” Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso reflects on Nedbank Cup exit

Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso admitted that his side only have themselves to blame for being eliminated from the Nedbank Cup with a 2-0 defeat to TS Galaxy.