After a tense draw, Mamelodi Sundowns' hopes for an all-South African CAF Champions League final are on the line as they head into the second leg against Al Ahly.
Bafana Bafana's June friendlies will be crucial as coach Hugo Broos prepares the team for the high-stakes World Cup qualifiers and the Africa Cup of Nations.
In a sea of controversy following a clutch of disallowed goals for their North African opponents, VAR emerged as a game-changer in Saturday's CAF Champions League semi-finals, keeping the hopes of Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns alive as they push towards their goal of continental success.
As Mamelodi Sundowns takes a step towards holding on to their current and future talents, the contract extension of captain Themba Zwane provides a silver lining for fans eager to see their team rise to new heights in both the domestic league and continental competitions.
The CAF Champions League is the pinnacle of club football, bringing together the finest teams on the Mother Continent and there at four pivotal players that could shape the outcomes of Saturday’s two clashes in South Africa.
Tactically, this tie presents an interesting duel because Steve Barker is expected to continue with a cautious approach — sitting deep, absorbing pressure, and relying on structured transitions against Zamalek, this worked to perfection but against Simba, however, who plays at a higher tempo and often stretch teams, the margins will be thinner.
After their shock win over Mamelodi Sundowns last weekend, Kaizer Chiefs return to Betway Premiership action on Friday when they travel to the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha, to face host Chippa United.
As CAF's Disciplinary Board reinforces the parameters for acceptable conduct in football, the ramifications of their rulings are set to reshape how clubs in Africa approach safety and fan engagement in the beautiful game, and that means teams must adapt swiftly or risk facing even harsher penalties in the future.
Get all the key fixtures, kick-off times, venues, betting odds and score predictions for this weekend's Betway Premiership, CAF Champions League, and Confederation Cup action. From Richards Bay vs Cape Town City to Sundowns, Pirates, and Stellenbosch in continental showdowns—don’t miss a moment of South Africa’s biggest football clashes.
Richards Bay FC hosts Cape Town City FC in a crucial 'Battle of the Basement Dwellers' at King Zwelithini Stadium, where both teams fight to escape the relegation zone in the Premiership.
Stellenbosch FC's Steve Barker and Simba SC's Fadlu Davids are set to clash in a high-stakes CAF Confederation Cup semi-final, showcasing their unique coaching styles and strategies that could define the match's outcome.
From humble beginnings to continental recognition, Stellenbosch FC has rapidly transformed into one of Africa's most impressive football clubs and has entered the CAF rankings for the first time, currently holding 21st position, a testament to their recent progress.
After Sunday's victorious Nedbank Cup semi-final, Kaizer Chiefs striker Wandile Duba articulated how coach Nasreddine Nabi had meticulously analysed Lucas Suarez's gameplay and devised a plan that would lure him into positions where he would be most vulnerable, allowing the AmaKhosi to capitalise.
Expectations soar as Orlando Pirates gear up for yet another crucial cup final, promising an unforgettable showdown that could redefine the future of the team and its collective ambition ahead of coach José Riveiro's farewell as Pirates continue their quest for glory.
Orlando Pirates claimed a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Marumo Gallants in the semi-final of the 2025 Nedbank Cup, avenging their earlier defeat and securing a place in the final.
Stellenbosch FC have a pivotal week ahead with a crucial Betway Premiership match against AmaZulu on Tuesday that could see them reclaim third place, followed by CAF commitments against Simba FC on Sunday as coach Steve Barker navigates squad rotation to balance domestic ambition with continental challenges.
Mamelodi Sundowns are gearing up for their Nedbank Cup semi-final clash against Kaizer Chiefs on Sunday at Loftus Versfeld Stadium where both teams will be hungry for victory and Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has been rallying his squad for this pivotal clash
Over 5000 riders will take part in the 2025 Toyota Easter Festival equestrian showpiece as dressage meets showjumping, intensifying competition and elevating the stakes for riders and fans alike at the Kyalami Park Club in Johannesburg, starting on Saturday.
The stakes couldn't be higher in this thrilling contest as giants of South African football gear up for an exhilarating clash in which Sundowns assert their dominance while Chiefs are out to clinch their first silverware in a decade by reaching the Nedbank Cup final.
As Mamelodi Sundowns set out to continue their winning streak against the Egyptian giants Al Ahly, Orlando Pirates are looking to outsmart the high-scoring Pyramids of Egypt in the CAF semi-finals, which holds out a promise of unforgettable moments in South African football history.
Sunday's Nedbank Cup semi-final between Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs at Loftus Versfeld is more than just a game; it is a clash of ambitions.
Cape Town will host Africa’s only UCI World Pump Track Championships Qualifier in Milnerton on Sunday when riders will chase their dreams of competing on the world stage.
Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso had a high regard for Kaizer Chiefs, and referred to them as one of the historical and top teams in South Africa.
With key quarter-final victories under their belts, Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates are proving their mettle as their coaches are revolutionising strategies and making exhilarating plays against Africa’s finest teams who have no answer to the ‘ugly football’ strategy of South Africa’s leading teams
With crucial fixtures set to take place in North Africa on Tuesday and Wednesday, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) must act decisively to maintain order and security at the games.
