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Watch VideoRoyal AM's PSL expulsion: What will happen to the players now?

The PSL's dramatic expulsion of Royal AM ends one of South African football's most turbulent sagas. As Shauwn Mkhize's debt-ridden club exits the league, all players immediately become free agents, allowing them to sign with any team without restrictions - but those owed money by the club may never see compensation.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

End of Royal AM saga: Goodbye MaMkhize, don't let the door hit you on the way out

The PSL board meets Thursday to decide Royal AM's fate, with expulsion looking likely after the executive's recommendation. From cash handouts on the pitch to fielding the owner's unqualified son, MaMkhize's club has made a mockery of South African football's professional standards—and the PSL may finally be reclaiming its dignity.

Sport Opinion
Lunga Biyela|Published

Royal AM FC's financial troubles lead to potential PSL expulsion amid sponsorship disputes

Msunduzi Municipality grapples with a R18 million sponsorship contract with Royal AM FC, as the club faces expulsion from the Premier Soccer League due to financial mismanagement and tax issues.

News Politics
Bongani Hans|Published

Watch VideoRoyal AM's demise: The end of Andile Mpisane's 'legendary' football career

Royal AM faces expulsion from the PSL, potentially ending the controversial football 'career' of Andile Mpisane, the club owner's son whose presence on the pitch has long been criticised as a mockery of South African football.

Sport Opinion
Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoExpect tenacious Shauwn Mkhize to make one last stand to rescue Royal AM

Royal AM owner Shauwn Mkhize will settle for one more showdown against adversity after the PSL’s executive committee has recommended to the Board of Governors to expel the club leaving the league with 15 clubs participating in the remaining games this season.

Sport Soccer PSL
Herman Gibbs|Published

Watch VideoSARS may struggle to get their R40 million from Mamkhize if Royal AM are expelled from the PSL

Royal AM's potential expulsion from the PSL poses significant challenges for Shauwn Mkhize and the South African Revenue Service in their efforts to recover R40 million.

Sport Soccer PSL
John Goliath|Published

Shauwn Mkhize embraces positivity amid Royal AM drama and tax controversy: 'Life happened, it hurt. I healed'

Businesswoman Shauwn Mkhize shared her uplifting journey of healing and positivity amid the turmoil surrounding her former football club, Royal AM, following a significant tax controversy.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Roy Moodley defends family's bid for Royal AM despite payment controversy

Durban businessman Roy Moodley insists his family's bid for Royal AM soccer club remains viable despite missing a crucial payment deadline. Moodley claims the deal's failure isn't due to financial issues but rather concerns about the club's ability to complete its fixture obligations.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Zainul Dawood|Published

Watch VideoRoyal AM sale collapses as Roy Moodley’s bid falls through — What’s next for troubled club?

Durban businessman Roy Moodley has reportedly deemed unfit to take over Royal AM by SARS curator Jaco Venter, leaving the debt-ridden club facing an uncertain future.

Sport Soccer
Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoRoy Moodley rescues Royal AM: Players return to training as Jacob Zuma ally buys MaMkhize's club

Royal AM players have returned to training following the acquisition of Shauwn "MaMkhize" Mkhize's embattled club by an unnamed Durban businessman.

Sport Soccer
Lunga Biyela|Published

David Skhosana calls Royal AM bid failure a ‘blessing in disguise,’ sets sights on KwaNdebele PSL team

MK Party MP David 'Mazolman' Skhosana calls his failed R15 million bid for struggling Royal AM 'a blessing in disguise' due to the club's precarious league position.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Royal AM's financial crisis: New owners will need very deep pockets to save troubled club

Whoever buys Royal AM faces more than just a football club acquisition – they'll inherit a FIFA transfer ban, unpaid salaries, potential relegation, and millions in debt.

Sport Opinion
Lunga Biyela|Published

Royal AM update: Red tape preventing announcement of troubled club's new owners

The much-anticipated announcement of Royal AM's new owners faces unexpected delays as regulatory requirements take centre stage. While multiple bidders, including an MK Party MP, have shown interest in the troubled KwaZulu-Natal club, NSL approval processes are holding up the final transfer of ownership.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoR15 million not enough: MK Party MP's bid for troubled Royal AM falls short

MK Party MP David 'Mazolman' Skosana's R15 million bid to rescue and relocate troubled Royal AM football club to KwaNdebele has fallen short, as the race to acquire the debt-ridden PSL team intensifies.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Race to save Royal AM: MPs, business moguls submit bids for troubled KZN club

High-profile bidders including an MK Party MP and international investors are vying to purchase Royal AM football club as SARS forces a sale over R40 million in tax debt.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoEnd of an era: Royal AM's turbulent chapter in South African football nears conclusion

As SARS puts Royal AM up for sale, we examine how Shauwn Mkhize's controversial ownership has impacted South African football. From court battles to unpaid taxes, this is why the club's change of ownership signals hope for the sport's future.

Sport Opinion
Lunga Biyela|Published

Why Royal AM may scare off potential buyers

As SARS calls for bids on Royal AM football club, potential buyers face inheriting massive tax debt, unpaid wages, and a FIFA transfer ban. With a R40 million tax burden and mounting operational issues, this prestigious KwaZulu-Natal club's sale might be more trouble than it's worth

Sport Soccer
Smiso Msomi|Published

SARS puts Royal AM up for auction: How to bid for troubled PSL club

Royal AM faces forced auction by SARS over R40 million tax debt, with potential new owners required to place R1 million deposit. The troubled PSL club comes with existing debts, including R15 million owed to former players.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

UPDATE: Royal AM disqualified from Nedbank Cup amid financial crisis

Royal AM’s inability to honour its commitments stems from ongoing financial difficulties, leaving fans and stakeholders in disbelief.

Sport Soccer PSL
Smiso Msomi|Published

Royal AM on the brink: Shauwn Mkhize fights to save club amid SARS curatorship

Royal AM faces an uncertain future as owner Shauwn ‘MaMkhize’ Mkhize battles to retain control of the club amid mounting financial woes. With SARS enforcing curatorship to recover tax debts, the club is set to be sold. Royal AM has already faced PSL sanctions, Fifa bans, and match suspensions, adding to its troubles. However, Mkhize is not going down without a fight.

Sport Soccer PSL
Herman Gibbs|Published

COMMENT | Players need ‘Big Brother’ Safpu to help in Royal AM saga

Some Royal AM players will soon be out of contract before the club’s mess is resolved, and can do with much-needed advice instead of kicking their heels on the sidelines.

Sport Soccer PSL
Herman Gibbs|Published

Can Bloemfontein Celtic make a PSL comeback through Royal AM's demise?

As Royal AM faces a forced sale by SARS over R40 million in tax debt, passionate supporters are rallying for the revival of beloved Bloemfontein Celtic. But with the club's own troubled financial history, could a potential return to the PSL prove successful this time around?

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoRoyal AM's potential sale: Why Mamkhize's club may go for a massive discount

The South African Revenue Service is poised to sell Royal AM, potentially at a steep discount, following Shauwn Mkhize's financial troubles and tax debts.

Sport Soccer PSL
John Goliath|Published

Quarter-final showdown: Orlando Pirates' Nedbank Cup defence faces SuperSport United hurdle

Defending champions Orlando Pirates face a stern test in their Nedbank Cup defence as they're drawn against SuperSport United in a blockbuster quarter-final clash.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Durban court to decide on bail for men accused of attempted murder of SARS advocate

The Durban Magistrate’s Court is set to deliver a ruling on the bail application of two men accused of the attempted murder of SARS advocate Coreth Naude, who was shot in uMhlanga.

News Crime and Courts
Nomonde Zondi|Published