Chiefs hold advantage over slow-burners Sundowns
Ernst Middendorp, coach of Kaizer Chiefs and Pitso Mosimane, coach of Mamelodi Sundowns

Chiefs hold advantage over slow-burners Sundowns

Historically, over the past few seasons, Mamelodi Sundowns have been particularly slow starters in a league campaign. Now, after numerous weeks off during the Covid-19 lockdowns and with only a few games to go in 2019-20 league campaign, their title rivals Kaizer Chiefs hold the advantage, writes DEAN WORKMAN.

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The PSL has a chance to change hearts and minds
Hlompho Kekana of Mamelodi Sundowns, Nathi Mthethwa, Itumeleng Khune of Kaizer Chiefs before a PSL clash between Downs and Chiefs

The PSL has a chance to change hearts and minds

While leagues across the world entering a short break before the start of their 2020-21 campaigns, the PSL is gearing up for a sprint to complete the 2019-20 season. With not much other action on offer for football fans, the league now has an opportunity to win over the hearts and minds of their detractors, writes DEAN WORKMAN.

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Racism’s roots run deep
Andile Phehlukwayo

Racism’s roots run deep

The movement for racial equality is in the global spotlight but its impact must be felt at a local level too, writes SA Cricket magazine editor RYAN VREDE. (more…)

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Back to square one for Bafana as Baxter resigns
Fiormer Bafana Bafana head coach Stuart Baxter celebrates with his player after beating Egypt

Back to square one for Bafana as Baxter resigns

Bafana Bafana coach Stuart Baxter announced his resignation on Friday, and after he guided the team to a first Afcon quarter-final since 2013 his resignation signifies another step backwards for Bafana, writes DEAN WORKMAN.

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Sundowns still in pole position
Mamelodi Sundowns

Sundowns still in pole position

Despite dropping points against Polokwane City on Tuesday, Mamelodi Sundowns remain in control of the title race as they prepare to face current leaders Bidvest Wits this weekend, writes DEAN WORKMAN.

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Springboks must make end-of-year statement
Siya Kolisi against Wales last year

Springboks must make end-of-year statement

The Springboks should be quietly confident of enjoying a positive return on the November tour to the northern hemisphere, writes CRAIG LEWIS. (more…)

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Chiefs are in danger of being left behind
The Kaizer Chiefs squad.

Chiefs are in danger of being left behind

After a tumultuous couple of weeks for Kaizer Chiefs and with Orlando Pirates shaping up to be Mamelodi Sundowns’ biggest threat, are Chiefs in danger of being left behind? DEAN WORKMAN explores.

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