The Chilli Boys opened the scoring in the 22nd minute thanks to a thunderous striker from former Pirates player Andile Jali.

The Buccaneers drew the game level in the 49th minute through Tshegofatso Mabasa before Monnapule Saleng grabbed the winning goal in stoppage-time to hand his side the win and all three points.

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The Brazilians secured their place in the semi-finals after they clinched a 1-0 win over Rise and Shine at the Lucas Moripe Stadium on Sunday.

Sundowns have now been drawn against Stellenbosch FC when the two sides meet in the semi-final of the competition.

Mngqithi was pleased with his side’s performance and believed they deserved the victory against Polokwane City.

“I think we made it difficult for ourselves, we had a very good first-half, where we created probably seven or eight good chances and when we could not take those chances it got scary,” Mngqithi told SuperSport TV.

“Because you know when you don’t take your chances in a cup match, they can just get one and punish you and the truth is, Denis had to take one for the team and we now had to restructure and make our lives even more difficult.

“But I’m happy that at the end we won the match because I do believe we deserved to win it.”

He added: “To be honest, I was concerned when we missed but I was happy with the number of chances we created. I was happy with how much we spent time in the opposition box, because that for me was the most important thing.

“That the game must not be played in our half but it must be played more in the opposition box. I think we did that very well but we need to be a little bit more clinical because this game would have opened early with the chances that we got. We hit the upright twice, we were just unfortunate on the day I must be honest.”

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Truter leaves the club after spending last season as their technical director of the Motsepe Foundation Championship .

The former Sekhukhune United mentor has wasted no time in finding a new job after he was appointed as the new head coach of Richards Bay.

Upington City have since released the following statement on Brandon Truter’s departure:

Upington City Football Club would like to extend its heartfelt gratitude to Coach Brandon Truter for his dedication and contributions to the team during his tenure.

We appreciate the hard work, expertise, and passion brought to the club, and we are grateful for the progress made under his leadership.

Coach Trurer’s commitment to the team’s growth and success has been evident, and we acknowledge his efforts in shaping the squad into a competitive force.

We wish him all the best in his future endeavours and plans, and we are confident that his skills and experience will continue to make a positive impact in the world of football.

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The 34-year-old is now added to the technical department alongside the likes of Manqoba Mngqithi, Steve Komphela, Wendell Robinson and Kennedy Mweene.

The Frenchmen joins the club after working as a Performance Manager for world governing body FIFA.

Folz brings a wealth of experience, having previously coached West Virginia, Bechem United, Ashanti Gold, Township Rollers, Marumo Gallants FC, AmaZulu and Horoya AC.

He was also assistant coach at Golden Eagles, Ugandan national team, Pyramids FC, Chamois Niort and the Mauritania national team.

Mamelodi Sundowns have since released the following statement on the matter, which reads:

Mamelodi Sundowns has appointed Romain Folz as an Assistant Coach in the first team and joins Manqoba Mngqithi, Steve Komphela, Wendell Robinson and Kennedy Mweene in the Technical Department.

Romain joins the 2023/24 PSL Champions from FIFA’s High-Performance Department where he worked on the development of football. Folz who holds a UEFA Pro License has previously worked in South Africa and across Africa in Guinea, Botswana, and Ghana.

Mamelodi Sundowns players and Technical Team have warmly received Romain into the camp in Austria where they are on a pre season camp.

The Club will play more competitive matches in the next few days as part of the ongoing pre season preparations.

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Johannes has been at SuperSport since joining the club after parting ways with Cape Town Spurs in November 2021.

The 23-year-old has since made 65 appearances across all competitions for SuperSport while scoring four goals and assisting a further one in his time at United.

The South African U23 defender has now secured a move to rivals Sundowns after signing a long-term contract at the club.

Johannes becomes the club’s third signing behind the likes of winger Kobamelo Kodisang and forward Arthur Sales.

“To the Matsatsantsa fans, I am bidding farewell to a place I called home for the past three seasons, I want to say thank you to each and everyone of you for your unwavering support,” Johannes said.

“I want to say thank you to all the Board members and the CEO (Stanley Matthews) for giving me the belief and opportunity to be part of this prestigious club. To the staff, technical team and backroom staff, I want to say thank you for making me a better footballer and a better person as well.

“To my teammates, I want to say a big thank you for the wonderful memories we have created, the support and brotherhood that we shared over these past few years. Thank you so much Matsatsantsa.”

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The 23-year-old joins the club on a permanent basis after putting pen to paper on a long-term contract.

𝙆𝙀𝙂𝘼𝙉 𝙅𝙊𝙄𝙉𝙎 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙔𝙀𝙇𝙇𝙊𝙒 𝙉𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉 🟡

Masandawana, Defender Kegan Johannes has joined Bafana Ba Style on a multi-year deal! 👆

Let's welcome our newest addition to the team! 🔥#Sundowns #WelcomeKegan pic.twitter.com/CmkGv3PfE2

— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) July 22, 2024

Johannes has established himself as one of the best defenders in the league, having scored five goals and registered one assist in 72 appearances across all competitions, playing for Ajax Cape Town, Cape Town Spurs and SuperSport.

🟡 𝗞𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗡 𝗜𝗦 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘, 𝗞𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗡 𝗜𝗦 𝗬𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪 🟡#Sundowns #WelcomeKegan pic.twitter.com/7BusB3GNdv

— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) July 22, 2024

He becomes the club’s third signing behind the likes of winger Kobamelo Kodisang and forward Arthur Sales

Mamelodi Sundowns released the following statement on the matter, which reads:

Mamelodi Sundowns are delighted to announce that defender Kegan Johannes has joined The Brazilians on a long-term contract.

Johannes, who has previously captained the South African u23 National Team, has established himself in the domestic league, racking up a number of impressive appearances in the Premier Soccer League and domestic cup competitions.

The versatile defender will join up with his new teammates in Austria to participate in the remaining matches of the pre-season tour to get ready for the upcoming season.

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The 32-year-old joins the club as a free agent after parting ways with Orlando Pirates.

The Free State-born attacker has committed his future to the club after putting pen to paper on a one-year contract, with the option to renew.

🚨NEW SIGNING ALERT🚨

SuperSport United FC is pleased to announce the signature of winger Vincent Pule on a one-year deal with an option to renew ✍️🤝#MatsatsantsaUnified | #VincentPule pic.twitter.com/gNBghrhgUS

— SuperSport United FC (@SuperSportFC) July 19, 2024

Pule has scored 23 goals and registered 12 assists in 146 appearances across all competitions during his time at Pirates.

The winger becomes the club’s fourth signing behind defender Pogiso Sanoka, goalkeeper Ricardo Goss and left back Nyiko Mobbie.

“SuperSport United FC is pleased to announce the signature of winger Vincent Pule on a one-year deal with an option to renew,” SuperSport announced on X.

He's a Spartan! 🔵

Welcome home, Vincent! 🤝💙#MatsatsantsaUnified | #VincentPule pic.twitter.com/kSeA1vZXeO

— SuperSport United FC (@SuperSportFC) July 19, 2024

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The 22-year-old joins the club after parting ways with Belgian second tier outfit Lommel SK.

Sales arrives at Sundowns with a wealth of experience, having previously played for Vasco da Gama, Lommel SK, Paços Ferreira and EC Bahia.

Over the course of his career, Sales has scored 22 goals and registered six assists in 89 appearances in all competitions.

The Brazilian becomes the second signing after the club acquired the services of attacker Kobamelo Kodisang.

“Brazilian Centre-Forward Arthur de Oliveira Sales has joined the Champions,” Sundowns announced on X.

𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐍𝐀, 𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓 𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐔𝐑 🇧🇷👋

Brazilian Centre-Forward Arthur de Oliveira Sales has joined the Champions! 🏆📝#Sundowns #WelcomeArthur pic.twitter.com/67J0bj0LUF

— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) July 19, 2024

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The Limpopo-based outfit have already added to their squad following the arrivals of Tshepo Kakora, Delano Abrahams and Limbikani Mzava.

Clinton Larsen’s side have since confirmed the departures of Mpho Raseona, Mcedi Vandala, Dawny Makgatho, Elson Sithole, Diamond Thopola, Vuyisile Wana, Tebogo Mokalapa, Mmahlogo Masemola, Raphile Mawela, Thitswalo Masebe, Katleho Molaba and Ntuthuko Mlotshwa.

Magesi will continue to bolster their squad, with Gift Motupa the next signing coming in as they prepare for the new season.

“Magesi Football Club would like to thank the following outgoing players for their contribution to the team,” Magesi announced.

“Further announcements will be made regarding the upcoming season.”

Magesi’s departures are as follows:

Mpho Raseona

Mcedi Vandala

Dawny Makgatho

Elson Sithole

Diamond Thopola

Vuyisile Wana

Tebogo Mokalapa

Mmahlogo Masemola

Raphile Mawela

Thitswalo Masebe

Katleho Molaba

Ntuthuko Mlotshwa

#DikwenaTsaMeetse 🐊 pic.twitter.com/NjhNVgFHli

— Magesi Football Club (@Magesi_FC) July 19, 2024

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Andy Boyeli joins the club from Zambian outfit Power Dynamos FC and also previously played for Chambishi FC.

Langa arrives at the club from Motsepe Foundation Championship outfit, the University of Pretoria, having previously played for NB La Masia FC.

The duo became the eighth and ninth signings behind Njabulo Ngcobo, Relebogile Mokhuoane, Thabang Monare, Lloyd Kazapua, Keletso Makgalwa, Joseph Maphaga and Vuyo Letlapa.

“Sekhukhune United are delighted to announce the signing of striker Andy Bobwa Boyeli and left back Kenneth Sikhosonke Langa,” Sekhukhune confirmed.

“Welcome to the Babina Noko Family.”

📝 | Sekhukhune United are delighted to announce the signing of striker Andy Bobwa Boyeli and left back Kenneth Sikhosonke Langa
🦔🦔🦔

Welcome to the Babina Noko Family!#Adibahlabe pic.twitter.com/tR6wqNpezb

— Sekhukhune United F.C. (@SekhukhuneFc) July 19, 2024

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