The only real surprise is that experienced centre Jesse Kriel will retain the captaincy despite the return of Siya Kolisi, who will once again wear the No 8 jersey in the continued absence of Jasper Wiese – although Erasmus was quick to explain the decision. Kolisi is joined by returning two-time World Rugby Player of…
The award, voted for by members of the South African Football Journalists Association, was announced on Tuesday afternoon, honouring Rayners for his outstanding performances last season. Just months ago, the Bafana forward voiced his disappointment on the club’s official podcast after being left out of the PSL’s official shortlist, despite scoring an impressive 24 goals…
Orlando Pirates’ “Master Chef” Sipho Mbule has been called up to the Bafana Bafana squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Nigeria. Mbule, who had been left out after initially being included in the preliminary squad, replaces club teammate Patrick Maswanganyi, who suffered in injury in Pirates’ 3-0 win over Chippa United…
Orlando Pirates will face Stellenbosch in the final showpiece on September 13 at 6pm, in a repeat of last season’s match where Pirates claimed victory with a 3-1 win. The Buccaneers secured their final place this time around with a 4-1 penalty shootout win over Mamelodi Sundowns after their two semi finals ended in 1-1…
The defending champions face the All Blacks in back-to-back Test matches, with the first at the iconic Eden Park where the hosts are in an incredible 50-match unbeaten streak. The Boks made the long journey from South Africa to Auckland on Tuesday via Sydney, and will have a gym session and recovery day on Thursday…
Stellenbosch FC may not have a derby any more after Cape Town City were relegated at the end of last season, but this weekend’s clash against Mamelodi Sundowns will certainly have a familiar feeling to it. Sundowns have recruited – others would say raided – Stellies’ stocks in recent seasons with a number of high-profile…
South Africa host Lesotho on 5 September at the Free State Stadium before welcoming continental giants Nigeria to the same venue four days later in what could prove decisive for their qualifying campaign. Captain Ronwen Williams headlines the selection, while the absence of defender Khuliso Mudua is glaring amid his ongoing omission from the Sundowns…
Benson Mhlongo says Mamelodi Sundowns will beat Kaizer Chiefs 2-0 in tonight‟s Betway Premiership match, even though he believes the Brazilians are a club lacking hunger. Sundowns travel to FNB Stadium still smarting from their MTN8 semi-final exit after a 4-1 penalty shoot-out defeat to Orlando Pirates, to face a Chiefs side on a perfect…
Kaizer Chiefs captain Inacio Miguel says they want to build on their consistent start to the season ahead of their clash against rivals and defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns. Chiefs will host Sundowns at FNB Stadium on Wednesday, coming off a perfect start to the season after winning all three of their Betway Premiership matches. Amakhosi’s…
Victory is non-negotiable for Kaizer Chiefs in Wednesday night’s Betway Premiership game against perennial champions Mamelodi Sundowns. Amakhosi have made a brilliant start to the new season and currently sit second in the league after three wins from as many games. All of those games were played with assistant coach Khalil Ben Youssef in the…
