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Mamelodi Sundowns star Jayden Adams feels Bafana punishment was a turning point in his career

After a challenging transition from Stellenbosch to Mamelodi Sundowns, Jayden Adams shares how a crucial punishment from Bafana coach Hugo Broos became a catalyst for his growth.

Sport Soccer Africa
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Watch VideoFive pivotal battles that will define the Chiefs-Sundowns Nedbank Cup clash

Exploring the five crucial duels that could determine the outcome of the Nedbank Cup semi-final between Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns, as both teams vie for glory.

Sport Soccer
Smiso Msomi|Published

Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns: standout performers in CAF Champions League quarter-finals

Take a look at the standout players from Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns in the CAF Champions League quarter-finals, featuring match-winning performances and key moments that could shape the tournament

Sport Soccer Africa
Smiso Msomi|Published

Watch VideoFive South African players to watch in the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup quarter-Finals

Discover five standout South African footballers set to shine in the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup quarter-finals. From Orlando Pirates' Relebohile Mofokeng to Mamelodi Sundowns' Lucas Ribeiro, these key players could make a major impact on the continental stage. Find out who to watch as they battle Africa’s best for glory.

Sport Soccer Africa
Smiso Msomi|Updated

Adams will want to take his blistering form to the continent for Mamelodi Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns' coach Miguel Cardoso has lauded the form of midfielder Jayden Adams, and that's why bank on it to continue against Esperance in the CAF Champions League quarter-final first leg on Tuesday.

Sport Soccer Africa
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Miguel Cardoso frustrated as fixture congestion threatens Sundowns' Champions League campaign

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has criticised South African football authorities over fixture congestion, comparing their approach unfavorably to Tunisia as his team prepares for Tuesday's crucial CAF Champions League quarter-final against his former club Esperance with just four days' recovery time.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Bafana Bafana eye World Cup qualification as Broos rallies troops for crucial Benin clash

Coach Hugo Broos says Bafana Bafana are the masters of their own destiny when it comes to qualifying for the World Cup next year, and that's why they can't afford to have mishaps.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Bafana Bafana gear up for the 2026 FIFA world cup qualifiers

Bafana Bafana gear up for the 2026 FIFA world cup qualifiers, looking to play in the competition for the first time in 15 years having last played as hosts in 2010, missing the 2014, 2018 and 2022 editions.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Koketso Phasha|Published

Watch VideoJayden Adams is the playmaker Bafana Bafana need in Themba Zwane and Patrick Maswanganyi’s absence

As Bafana Bafana prepare for crucial World Cup qualifiers, 23-year-old Jayden Adams emerges as the potential solution to fill the creative void left by the injured duo of Themba Zwane and Patrick Maswanganyi.

Sport Opinion
Lunga Biyela|Published

Hugo Broos confident as Bafana eye crucial World Cup qualifying points against Lesotho and Benin

Bafana Bafana's World Cup dreams could take a significant leap forward as coach Hugo Broos unveils a strong squad featuring returning stars Percy Tau and Jayden Adams for crucial qualifiers.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Lunga Biyela|Published

COMMENT | Jayden Adams: The heir to Themba Zwane's throne at Sundowns and Bafana Bafana

With Themba Zwane approaching the twilight years of his career, Jayden Adams could be the perfect player to fill his shoes at club and country.

Sport Opinion
Lunga Biyela|Published