Friday was supposed to be decision day on the new hosts of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals but the Confederation of African Football (CAF) have not only changed the goalposts but also the playing field.
Kaizer Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane was delighted with his side’s 2-0 extra-time Nedbank Cup Last 32 victory over 10-man Maritzburg United on Friday as the AmaKhosi hunt a first trophy in eight years.
Former South Africa under-23 international Dylan Deane has only been in charge of Cape Town amateurs Clarewood JPM for a fortnight but is already setting his sights in the Nedbank Cup on mighty Kaizer Chiefs.
Cape Town Spurs are hoping the Nedbank Cup gives a boost to their bid to revive their brand after the renaming of the club, said coach Shaun Bartlett.
Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker says youngster Oshwin Andries, who passed away last weekend, would have wanted his teammates back in action and winning when they compete in the Nedbank Cup on Saturday.
TS Galaxy have announced the signing of Venezuelan winger Yaimil Medina Rodriguez from Mineros De Guayana.
Erik ten Hag has warned his Manchester United side not to underestimate Leeds United when the two sides meet in the Premier League on Wednesday following the sacking of Jesse Marsch.
RB Leipzig have confirmed that Chelsea-bound Christopher Nkunku has returned to training for the first time since injuring his knee prior to the 2022 World Cup.
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena praised his side's dominance and mentality after beating Richards Bay to reach the last 16 of the Nedbank Cup.
Mamelodi Sundowns advanced to the Nedbank Cup last 16 following their 3-2 victory over Richards Bay at Loftus Stadium on Tuesday evening.