Sundowns Seize Top Spot In Diski Challenge Title Race
Mamelodi Sundowns thrashed Moroka Swallows 6-0 at Tsakane Stadium on Saturday, taking control of the DStv Diski Challenge title race for now. This dominant win pushed them past Stellenbosch FC, who were still to play their match of the day. Both teams are now tied on 66 points, but Sundowns’ superior goal difference propelled them […]
Stellenbosch Stage Dramatic Comeback To Clinch Diski Challenge Title
In a thrilling finale to the DStv Diski Challenge, Stellenbosch FC fought back from a two-goal deficit to secure a stunning 4-3 victory over Golden Arrows at Tsakane Stadium on Saturday. Stellies knew the stakes were high after Mamelodi Sundowns’ emphatic 6-0 win over Moroka Swallows earlier in the day. With Sundowns taking the lead […]
Barker Has The Desire To Feature In Africa
The drive to compete in next season’s CAF club competition is a burning ambition for Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker. Barker’s side currently holds the coveted second-place slot, which almost guaranteeing them African participation next year in the CAF Champions League, with a one-point lead over Orlando Pirates in third and just three games remaining. […]
Barker Out To Put Out The Fight For Second Spot
Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker expresses his young team’s desire to test themselves against the best in Africa by competing in the CAF Champions League next season. Barker’s side currently holds second place in the DStv Premiership table with 46 points after 26 matches. This position puts them three points ahead of third-placed Orlando Pirates. […]
Mokwena Questions Yellow Card For Lunga
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena disagreed with referee Jelly Chavani’s decision to show a yellow card to Divine Lunga in the first incident of their Nedbank Cup semifinal clash against Stellenbosch at Danie Craven Stadium on Sunday. Titus posed a constant threat to Lunga on the left flank, and the Zimbabwean defender was fortunate again […]
Barker Sees Positive Despite Sundowsns Loss
Stellenbosch coach Steve Barker is confident his side is on the right track despite failing to stop Mamelodi Sundowns in a Nedbank Cup semifinal defeat at Danie Craven Stadium on Sunday. Despite not reaching the Nedbank Cup finals, Barker is certain there is a lot more that Stellenbosch gained from their clash against Masandawana on […]
Mokwena Still Feels the Sting of Champions League Exit
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena admits he hasn’t overcome the disappointment of losing in the CAF Champions League semifinals. “No. And I’m talking personally when I say I’m still reeling,” Mokwena confessed. “Someone tried to console me by saying, ‘You’ve already secured a double with the league and the AFL title, so why are you […]
Riveiro Reacts To Kopo: I Had To Protect My Players
Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has refused to address accusations of allegedly swearing at Chippa United co-coach Kwanele Kopo, who claimed Riveiro used offensive language. Riveiro admitted there were heated moments during the game and that he reacted because he wasn’t pleased with certain behaviors on the field. He emphasized his usual reserved demeanor. “I’m […]
Sundowns To Face Pirates In The Nedbank After Beating Stellies
Mamelodi Sundowns booked their place in the Nedbank Cup final after defeating Stellenbosch FC 2-1 in a thrilling semi-final encounter at Danie Craven Stadium on Sunday. The victory ended Stellenbosch’s impressive 25-match unbeaten run in all competitions. A rematch of last year’s quarter-final, which Stellenbosch won 2-1, Khuliso Mudau opened the scoring for Sundowns in […]
Mokwena: We Are Mentality Monsters
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena praised his team’s mentality, calling them “mentality monsters” after they secured a spot in the Nedbank Cup final with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Stellenbosch FC at Danie Craven Stadium on Sunday. Sundowns will face Orlando Pirates in a rematch of the MTN8 final on 1 June at Mbombela Stadium. […]