Orlando Pirates have confirmed the return of exciting winger Mohau Nkota, with the South African international rejoining the Buccaneers on a season-long loan from Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq. Also see: Patrick Maswanganyi set for Bahrain move as Orlando Pirates exit looms The 21-year-old’s return was announced yesterday, 3 September 2026, bringing him back to […]
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South African athletics will be strongly represented when the 2026 Wanda Diamond League Final takes centre stage at the Allianz Memorial Van Damme in Brussels on Friday and Saturday, 4 and 5 September 2026. Also see: Gayton McKenzie approves R3 million funding for SA Hockey teams following backlash After a season-long campaign spanning four continents […]
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adidas and the DHL Stormers continue their renewed partnership with the unveiling of the new 2026/27 Home and Away jerseys, bringing together two iconic rugby identities through a collection that celebrates heritage and innovation. Also see: Stormers teammate shares heartfelt post following Spicy Plum retirement Building on the foundations established with the return of adidas as […]
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The South African Rugby Union (SARU) has confirmed another flyover ahead of the Springboks’ third Test against New Zealand at FNB Stadium on Saturday, 5 September 2026. Also see: Watch: Low-flying Airlink aeroplanes over Cape Town Stadium The announcement comes days after two Airlink aircraft made headlines with a dramatic flypast over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium before the […]
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Orlando Pirates produced another statement performance in the Betway Premiership on Tuesday night, cruising to a convincing 4–0 victory over Kruger United at Mbombela Stadium. Also see: Orlando Pirates crowned Betway Champions The win strengthened the defending champions’ position at the top of the league table and extended their unbeaten start to the 2026/27 campaign. […]
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Pitso Mosimane has officially returned to the Bafana Bafana dugout after being announced as the new head coach of the South African national team. Also see: Bafana Bafana veteran Ramahlwe Mphahlele hangs up his boots The appointment marks Mosimane’s second permanent spell in charge of Bafana Bafana and comes after the departure of Belgian coach […]
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Orlando Pirates return to Premiership action tonight, Tuesday, 1 September 2026, as they take on Kruger United F.C. at Mbombela Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:30, with both sides set for an important battle under the lights. Also see: Chiefs handed early test as Nedbank Cup draw sets up blockbuster clashes A clash to look […]
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On Monday, 31 August 2026, Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international soccer. In an Instagram post showing a handwritten notebook entry in Spanish, Messi confirmed that he is retiring from Argentina’s national team at age 39. Also see: Spain defeats Argentina in epic 2026 FIFA World Cup final Lionel Messi hangs up the boots In […]
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New Zealand-based journalist Gregor Paul argues Rassie Erasmus has crossed the line and World Rugby must stand up to him before he becomes bigger than the game. Also see: Rassie Erasmus breaks silence on Siya Kolisi’s Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry omission Writing for the New Zealand Herald, Paul argues the Springbok boss operates within rugby’s laws but outside its […]
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Sprint sensation Bayanda Walaza produced a statement performance in Italy on Sunday, winning the men’s 100m at the Grand Prix Brescia in 10.00 seconds. Also see: Team South Africa shines at the Commonwealth Games Bayanda Walaza delivers against strong opposition Walaza crossed the line first at the Centro Gabre Gabric in Brescia on 30 August […]
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Former Springboks star Joggie Jansen, 78, passed away this past Sunday, 30 August 2026, due to a cardiac episode. He was visiting a Namibian city when he suffered a heart attack. The Griekwastad-born athlete was well regarded in his field as one of the most uncompromising defenders of his generation. Also see: Rassie Erasmus breaks […]
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Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns will contest the 2026 MTN8 final after two dramatic semi-final second-leg victories over the weekend. The Buccaneers were the first side to book their place, producing a commanding 3-0 victory over Sekhukhune United at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday to complete a 4-0 aggregate triumph. Also see: MTN8 semi-final […]
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