Mokwena: Nobody Cares About Us
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena admitted to exhaustion after his team secured a narrow penalty shootout victory in their Nedbank Cup quarter-final against University of Pretoria on Friday. Despite the evident physical and mental fatigue, Mokwena expressed frustration at the lack of empathy. “Nobody seems to care that I’m tired,” he said. “But if we […]
Mokwena Addresses Challenges Faced by Young Players
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena shed light on the struggles faced by young footballers in today’s professional game, using his player Siyabonga Mabena as an example. Mabena impressed in Sundowns’ Nedbank Cup win over University of Pretoria on Friday, drawing comparisons to Orlando Pirates’ rising star Relebohile Mofokeng. However, Mokwena cautioned against instant success expectations. […]
Mokwena: I’m Tired, Exhausted
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena was critical of his team’s over-reliance on him for solutions. Sundowns secured a dramatic 4-3 penalty shootout victory over University of Pretoria in a tightly contested Nedbank Cup quarter-final at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Friday. Despite emerging victorious, the match exposed areas for improvement within the Sundowns squad, prompting introspection […]
Riveiro Praises Pirates’ Resilience And Fan Support After Nedbank Cup Win
Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro commended his team’s fighting spirit and fan-inspired performance after their dramatic 4-2 comeback victory over AmaZulu in the Nedbank Cup quarter-final at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday. The win secured a coveted spot in the semifinals. “I’m truly happy for the boys. They battled hard, playing football when […]
Stellies Star Eyes To Keep The Momentum Going
Stellenbosch’s Andre de Jong is buzzing with confidence ahead of their upcoming Nedbank Cup quarter-final clash against SuperSport United at Danie Craven Stadium on Saturday. Speaking on the team’s hot form, the New Zealand national says their record 20-unbeaten run of games will give them a boost against a very formidable opponent in SuperSport. “We are super excited for this […]
Titus Wants To Win More Trophies For Stellies
The in-form Devin Titus is determined to propel Stellenbosch FC forward into the Nedbank Cup semi-finals as they prepare to face SuperSport United on Saturday (15:00). Stellies will enter the weekend’s quarter-final encounter riding a club-record 20-match unbeaten streak across all competitions, with Titus playing a pivotal role, netting six goals in his last ten appearances. “We’re looking forward to another quarter-final […]
Ramovic: I don’t Have Time For Lazy Players
TS Galaxy coach Sead Ramovic says the secret of doing well is because everyone is pulling in the same direction, adding that he got rid of lazy players because he has no time for them. Galaxy recorded their third league win on the bounce when they defeated Gavin Hunt’s SuperSport United on the rainy-soaked […]
Chiefs Confirm Fleurs’ Memorial Service Date
Kaizer Chiefs has confirmed that they will have a memorial service for their fallen defender Luke Fleurs at FNB Stadium at noon on Thursday. Fleurs tragically passed away on Wednesday last week, with Amakhosi officially confirming his passing the following day, as he was shot dead in a botched hijacking in Johannesburg. The […]
Tinkler Eyes Top Four Finish Despite Winless This Year
Cape Town City coach Eric Tinkler believes his side can nestle into the top four despite slipping down the table. Tinkler’s side was defeated by AmaZulu 1-0 in windy conditions at DHL Stadium on Sunday. It was the club’s third loss in 2024, with the Cape Town club looking for the first league win […]
Vilakazi: I Wanted To Play Chiefs Because They Are Losing
Richards Bay coach Vusi Vilakazi says the thought of contesting the play-offs has not crossed his mind and rues that his side will not face Kaizer Chiefs next weekend. Vilakazi was speaking after his side defeated Moroka Swallows 1-0, which was a double over them this season, at King Zwelithini Stadium on Saturday. […]