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Watch VideoRace for PSL top eight: Kaizer Chiefs, Golden Arrows, Stellenbosch FC battle for crucial positions

As Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates pursue other ambitions, the Premiership's top eight battle intensifies this weekend. With just six points separating eighth-placed Kaizer Chiefs from third-placed Stellenbosch FC, inconsistent form has created a wide-open race that could reshape the league table.

Sport Soccer PSL
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Do or die: SuperSport United among PSL giants fighting relegation as season enters final stretch

In a shocking turn of events, three-time Premiership champions SuperSport United find themselves in a relegation dogfight as the 2024/2025 season enters its final stretch.

Sport Soccer PSL
Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Wise Mushin Ertugral mystified by Cape Town City's fall from grace

Saturday’s depressing 1-0 home loss to relegation candidates Marumo Gallants at Athlone Stadium was the 10th consecutive Premiership game without a win for Cape Town City since they defeated Richards Bay in the middle of the month.

Sport Soccer PSL
Herman Gibbs|Published

PSL is a ticking time bomb, as clubs are hit by Fifa transfer bans

More and more Premier Soccer League (PSL) clubs have been named on the FIFA transfer ban list over the past few months, and this reflects the poor administration that prevails in the running of professional football in the country.

Sport Soccer PSL
Herman Gibbs|Published

Cape Town City's low block renders Kaizer Chiefs scoreless

Cape Town City coach Mushin Ertugral says there's nothing wrong with playing low block against a team like Kaizer Chiefs, who dominated in their goalless Premiership match at the FNB Stadium on Wednesday.

Sport Soccer PSL
Herman Gibbs|Published

Gaffer Miguel Cardoso shrugs off hiccups,  insists Sundowns will win the league

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso launched a stinging criticism after he was angered by the performance of match officials in the 1-all Premiership draw against Lamontville Golden Arrows at Mpumalanga Stadium but warned his team will win the league

Sport Soccer PSL
Herman Gibbs|Published

Miguel Cardoso cries foul as Golden Arrows halt Mamelodi Sundowns’ winning run

Trying his best to not direct his statement to the referees after his team drew 1-1 with Golden Arrows on Wednesday, Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso made it clear that he felt they were robbed.

Sport Soccer PSL
Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Watch VideoSuperSport United drop more points as AmaZulu share the spoils

There were no goals in a 90 minutes that see-sawed, with both SuperSport United and AmaZulu doing their best to get the goal that would see them banking the maximum points.

Sport Soccer PSL
Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Watch VideoRibeiro Costa strikes again, but Mamelodi Sundowns miss target to draw with Golden Arrows

A calm Wednesday evening in Hammarsdale was the centre of the party as Lamontville Golden Arrows held Mamelodi Sundowns to a draw in their Premiership clash.

Sport Soccer PSL
Malibongwe Mdletshe|Updated

Watch VideoWinning the only option for Orlando Pirates as every PSL game virtually a final

Orlando Pirates have a squad that could take Mamelodi Sundowns out of their comfort zone in the race for the Premiership title.

Sport Soccer PSL
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns trounce Sekhukhune United and send a warning to Kaizer Chiefs

Mamelodi Sundowns sent a message to Kaizer Chiefs as they efficiently swept aside in-form Sekhukhune United 4-2 to open a 15-point lead over Orlando Pirates at the top of the PSL standings.

Sport Soccer PSL
Herman Gibbs|Published

UPDATE: Royal AM disqualified from Nedbank Cup amid financial crisis

Royal AM’s inability to honour its commitments stems from ongoing financial difficulties, leaving fans and stakeholders in disbelief.

Sport Soccer PSL
Smiso Msomi|Published

Watch VideoLucas Ribeiro Costa on song as Mamelodi Sundowns beat Gallants, Arrows v Pirates called off

Any doubts that Mamelodi Sundowns were vulnerable were laid to rest, courtesy of an emphatic win over a pretty competitive Marumo Gallants side.

Sport Soccer PSL
Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

COMMENT: Boorish Man United and their fans are mediocre, and long may the suffering continue

After Alex Ferguson left, Manchester United began to experience a period of mediocrity their fans so richly deserved.

Sport Soccer Premier League
Michael Sherman|Published

WATCH - Manchester United’s new formation: Fans need to stop worrying about the system, says Ruben Amorim

Ruben Amorim employed three defenders, four midfielders and three forwards for the majority of his time in charge of Sporting Lisbon.

Sport Soccer Premier League
Michael Sherman|Published

WATCH: Self-harming Pep Guardiola scratching for answers amid Man City crisis

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola had a small cut on his nose following the match, and in his press conference he explained how it happened.

Sport Soccer Uefa Champions League
Michael Sherman|Published

Man City vs Feyenoord: Pep Guardiola admits crisis-hit City are not stable

Manchester City collapsed as they let their three-goal advantage slip in the final 15 minutes of the game, which was a first in the Champions League.

Sport Soccer Uefa Champions League
Michael Sherman|Published

WATCH: Jamie Carragher calls Mo Salah selfish after Liverpool contract comments

The 46-year-old Jamie Carragher who spent his entire 17-year career at Liverpool as he racked up 508 appearances and no Premier League titles, didn’t take kindly to the comments of Mohamed Salah.

Sport Soccer Premier League
Michael Sherman|Published

Mohamed Salah more out than in, with no new contract at Liverpool

The 32-year-old Mohamed Salah is in his eighth season with Liverpool, but with no new contract in place his future at Anfield appears to be in doubt.

Sport Soccer Premier League
Michael Sherman|Published

WATCH: Roy Keane tells Ipswich fan to wait in car park for some fisticuffs

Former Manchester United player Roy Keane was seen having a heated exchange with a fan in a video posted on X.

Sport Soccer Premier League
Michael Sherman|Published

Ipswich Town vs Man United: Ruben Amorim warns suffering not over yet

In his defence, Ruben Amorim who began work at Manchester United on November 11 has not had much time to work with the side to perform any kind of miracles just yet.

Sport Soccer Premier League
Michael Sherman|Published

WATCH: Manchester United is everything, says new messiah Ruben Amorim

Ruben Amorim brought incredible success to Sporting Lisbon as he led the side to the Portuguese league title in 2020/2021 and again in 2023/2024.

Sport Soccer Premier League
Michael Sherman|Published

Check the worry in my eye! Manchester United Ruben Amorim could be going with new formation

New Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim employed three defenders, four midfielders and three forwards for the majority of his time in charge of Sporting Lisbon.

Sport Soccer Premier League
Michael Sherman|Published

Ruben Amorim: It’s an honour to be Manchester United coach

New Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim spoke glowingly about his new club in his first interview released by the Red Devils on Friday.

Sport Soccer Premier League
Michael Sherman|Published

Ruben Amorim: All eyes on new Manchester United in dawn of new era

The 39-year-old Ruben Amorim officially began work for Manchester United on Monday, and one of his first moves was to show interim coach Ruud van Nistelrooy the door as the club confirmed his exit late in the day.

Sport Soccer Premier League
Michael Sherman|Published