Seven key takeaways as Sundowns dethrone Pirates to claim MTN8 crown
Mamelodi Sundowns are the 2026 MTN8 champions following a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Orlando Pirates at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday…
MTN8 final: Pieterse flags possible Bafana fatigue on Pirates & Sundowns
Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Reyaad Pieterse has noted the threat of fatigue among players returning from Bafana Bafana duty ahead of Saturday’s MTN8 final…
Niemach reveals what separates Pirates & Sundowns in MTN8 final
Former Kaizer Chiefs striker Kenny Niemach has outlined what could be the key difference to win the game in Saturday’s MTN8 final between Orlando Pirates and…
Durban protesters threaten to disrupt Sundowns vs Pirates MTN8 final
Durban protesters have threatened to shut down Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday morning in an attempt to prevent the sold-out MTN8 final between Orlando…
Rulani Mokwena reveals allegiance dilemma ahead of Sundowns vs Pirates MTN8 final
Pyramids FC coach Rulani Mokwena has spoken about his divided loyalties ahead of Saturday’s MTN8 final between Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates. The two…
Grant Kekana reveals what motivates Sundowns for MTN8 final vs Pirates
A rare trophy-less domestic campaign last term has lit a fire under Mamelodi Sundowns, with defender Grant Kekana insisting that hunger and early-season…
Why Thalente Mbatha refuses to call Orlando Pirates MTN8 favourites
Orlando Pirates midfielder Thalente Mbatha has dismissed suggestions that the Soweto giants are automatic favourites to lift the 2026 MTN8 trophy this…
Majoro weighs in on Mbuthuma’s form turnaround and Bafana display
Former Orlando Pirates striker Lehlohonolo Majoro has weighed in on how Yanela Mbuthuma managed to overcome the early-season scrutiny to rediscover his best…
Miguel Cardoso gives Mokoena, Aubaas and Modiba injury update
Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has addressed the injury status of Teboho Mokoena, Bathusi Aubaas, and Aubrey Modiba ahead of the MTN8 final…
Xoki issues strong message on Pirates’ youngsters ahead of MTN8 final
Orlando Pirates defender Tapelo Xoki has issued a strong message on the club's youngsters, insisting they are "not here by chance" as the Buccaneers prepare…
Why Mbatha and Makhaula agree with Ouaddou’s firm showboating stance
Orlando Pirates midfielders Makhehlene Makhaula and Thalente Mbatha have thrown their weight behind Abdeslam Ouaddou following his stance on showboating,…
Makhehlene Makhaula opens up on retirement decision at Pirates
Orlando Pirates veteran midfielder Makhehlene Makhaula has opened up on a decision to delay his retirement after publicly revealing that he would retire when…
