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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

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

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.

Local PSL August 4, 2026

Kaizer Chiefs confirm signing of ‘exciting’ Langelihle Phili from Stellenbosch

Kaizer Chiefs have bolstered their attack after completing the signing of 21-year-old winger Langelihle Phili from Stellenbosch FC.

Happy Jele during the Orlando Pirates Black Friday at Orlando Stadium, in Soweto on 28 November 2025 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix

Local PSL August 3, 2026

‘Let’s Not Put Much Pressure’ – Happy Jele Urges Patience as Pirates Defend Betway Premiership Title

The former captain says balancing domestic and continental commitments will require resilience, depth and mental strength if the club is to enjoy another successful campaign.

Orlando Pirates during the 2025 MTN8 Final match between Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch FC at Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit on 13 September 2025 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

Local PSL August 3, 2026

Orlando Pirates Begin MTN8 Title Defence as PSL Confirms Quarter-Final Fixtures

The Premier Soccer League has officially confirmed the venues and times for the upcoming MTN quarter-final fixtures this coming weekend.

Xanti Pupuma, caoch of Milford FC reacts during Betway Premiership 2026/27 match between Orlando Pirates and Milford FC at Orlando Amstel Arena in Johannesburg, on 01 August 2026 ©Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

Local PSL August 3, 2026

‘We Refused to Be Intimidated’-Xanti Pupuma sees promise in Milford FC despite defeat to Orlando Pirates

The KwaZulu-Natal outfit marked their top-flight debut with a defeat to the Buccaneers, leaving them at the foot of the Betway Premiership table without a point after the opening round of fixtures.

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

Kaizer Chiefs confirm signing of ‘exciting’ Langelihle Phili from Stellenbosch

‘Let’s Not Put Much Pressure’ – Happy Jele Urges Patience as Pirates Defend Betway Premiership Title

Orlando Pirates Begin MTN8 Title Defence as PSL Confirms Quarter-Final Fixtures

‘We Refused to Be Intimidated’-Xanti Pupuma sees promise in Milford FC despite defeat to Orlando Pirates

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