By KOPANO MONAHENG The wait is almost over! Football fans are counting down to the MTN 8 final, where Orlando Pirates will face Mamelodi Sundowns in a highly anticipated showdown. The 2026/27 season promises another exciting chapter in South African football, with the final kicking off at 6pm tomorrow at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban….
Now in its 17th year, the Discovery Schools Soccer programme continues to champion youth health and wellness through football, expanding its reach while creating more opportunities for young South Africans to participate, compete and develop as athletes and individuals. The programme’s October action culminates in the Discovery JVW Diamond League Playoff, taking place from 17–18…
Day two of the 2026 Engen Champ of Champs delivered plenty of action as teams in both the U-18 Boys and U-20 Girls divisions battled it out for a place in the semi-finals.U-18 BOYS DIVISION Kaizer Chiefs finished at the top of Group A after recording three wins and a draw, securing a semi-final clash…
The 2026 Engen Champ of Champs saw dominant performances from teams from Gauteng, as Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies claimed championship glory in the Under-18 Boys and Under-20 Girls divisions, respectively – with both sides returning to the winners’ podium after last lifting the trophy in 2024. U18 BOYS DIVISION Amakhosi crowned their campaign…
By KOPANO MONAHENGHOW many pupils does Mzansi produce every year? Millions, probably, and many of these pupils play soccer at school with one dream in mind — to become professional footballers.For them, the dream is to represent big clubs such as Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns in the Betway Premiership, while others aspire…
By KOPANO MONAHENG MAMELODI Sundowns’ men’s and women’s teams have built a culture of success, with trophy-winning performances setting the benchmark at the club. Any coach that arrives at Sundowns is therefore expected to embrace and uphold that winning mentality, while maintain the standards that have become synonymous with the club.But what is the secret…
By KOPANO MONAHENGThe annual Engen Champ of Champs tournament is back, with soccer fans across the country looking forward to the much-anticipated competition.Taking place during the FIFA international break, the tournament will shine the spotlight on up-and-coming football stars looking to make their mark and take the next step in their careers. The Engen Champ…
By KOPANO MONAHENG Guinea coach Paulo Duarte has refused to reveal the weaknesses his technical team identified in Bafana Bafana, saying doing so could work against his side ahead of their next encounter.The mind games have already begun, with Duarte choosing to keep his tactical observations under wraps rather than give South Africa an early…
Venda Football Club (Venda FC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kaitano Tembo as head coach and Fani Mthethwa as assistant coach, effective immediately. The appointments mark the beginning of a new chapter for the club as it looks to rebuild momentum following a difficult start to the Motsepe Foundation Championship 2026/27 season. “On…
The 2026 Engen Knockout Challenge is showcasing more than just emerging football talent, with former South African stars also playing their part in developing the next generation. Just over a month ago, the eThekwini leg, held in partnership with SAFA eThekwini, once again underlined the tournament’s reputation as a key platform for young footballers looking…
