The Nedbank Cup quarterfinal draw has opened the door for new champions after the shock exits of Kaizer Chiefs, defending holders Orlando Pirates, and Mamelodi Sundowns. AmaZulu will host Casric Stars, Sekhukhune United welcome Milford, TS Galaxy meet Jacksa Spears, and Golden Arrows clash with Durban City in the only all-Premiership tie. With the giants gone, the competition is wide open and set for fresh narratives.
Kwa Gompo may no longer boast a professional club since the fall of Bush Bucks, but its football spirit is alive through youngsters making waves beyond the city. At 22, Sesona Jack has risen from Dru A Stars in the SAFA-Buffalo City Hollywoodbets League to debut for Babina Noko in the DStv Diski Challenge. Meanwhile, 18‑year‑old Lakham Gqongo, a product of the Center of Excellence, has impressed in the Rockets’ DDC side and earned a call‑up to the senior team bench. Their journeys shine a light on a community still waiting for a team to call home.
When the draw for the Nedbank Cup Last 16 was made, one fixture immediately carried the romance of South African football — underdogs with a point to prove against a heavyweight used to lifting trophies. For Siphosethu “Sporo” Meveni, the…
Orlando Pirates have pulled the trigger on what many saw coming: 23-year-old Angolan midfielder Gilberto has been sent back to Petro de Luanda on a season-long loan after just six underwhelming months at the Soweto giants. Despite winning the MTN…
