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Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed that midfielder Thabo Cele has left the club by mutual agreement, opening the door for a possible move to Gauteng rivals Mamelodi Sundowns. The Soweto club announced Cele’s departure after he was left out of its plans for the 2026/27 season, while SABC Sport has reported that talks with Sundowns are at an advanced stage.

Orlando Pirates have confirmed the permanent signing of 23 year old winger Bheki Mabuza from Marumo Gallants, bringing the former Buccaneers academy player back to the Soweto club. Pirates announced the transfer on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, after reaching an agreement with Gallants.

The Springboks are sharpening their defence ahead of Saturday’s Test against the All Blacks at FNB Stadium in Soweto, with wing Kurt Lee Arendse saying the hosts have worked extensively on limiting New Zealand’s dangerous attack. The rivals meet in Johannesburg on 5 September 2026 at 17:10, with the four Test series level at one win each and South Africa looking to take the advantage before the final match in the United States. Ticketmaster continues to list tickets for the FNB Stadium fixture, with official sales handled through authorised channels.

Pitso Mosimane has officially been appointed as the new head coach of Bafana Bafana, the South African Football Association announced on Tuesday, 1 September 2026. The appointment comes after the departure of Hugo Broos following South Africa’s historic FIFA World Cup campaign and places one of the country’s most accomplished football coaches back in charge of the national team.

South African Rugby has warned supporters attending the Springboks and All Blacks Test at FNB Stadium in Soweto on Saturday, 5 September 2026, to avoid unofficial ticket sellers following complaints from fans who were left without valid tickets for an earlier Test. SA Rugby said some unauthorised agencies sold tickets and hospitality packages they had not secured, putting supporters at risk of losing money or arriving at stadium gates without valid entry. The warning is particularly relevant for Gauteng fans as Johannesburg prepares to host the Springboks’ final home Test of the season.

The Springboks have been forced into late changes ahead of their Rugby Championship Test against New Zealand at DHL Stadium in Cape Town on Saturday, 29 August 2026. Handré Pollard has been ruled out with a calf injury, while Sacha Feinberg Mngomezulu has been promoted to the starting line up at flyhalf. Cheslin Kolbe has also recovered from injury and will start on the wing after initially being unavailable.

Orlando Pirates moved to the top of the Betway Premiership standings after defeating Sekhukhune United 2 0 at Orlando Stadium on Tuesday, 25 August 2026. The victory lifted the Buccaneers to 10 points after four league matches, placing them three points ahead of Kaizer Chiefs before their rivals’ fixture against Richards Bay on Wednesday.

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has been declared fit to face the All Blacks in Saturday’s Rugby Championship Test at DHL Stadium in Cape Town after recovering from the hamstring injury that ruled him out of last week’s match at Ellis Park. Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus confirmed the news on Tuesday, 25 August, after Kolisi completed two full training sessions without discomfort. His return comes at a crucial stage of the Rugby Championship and restores South Africa’s regular captain ahead of one of rugby’s biggest rivalries.

Former Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has questioned the South African Football Association’s decision to appoint Pitso Mosimane as the national team’s next head coach, warning that South African football could “go back five years” if the appointment goes ahead. The comments were made after SAFA’s National Executive Committee agreed to appoint Mosimane following Broos’ departure after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, contract negotiations remain ongoing, with issues including image rights delaying the official announcement. The developments come as Bafana Bafana prepare for the start of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, making the appointment of a new coach increasingly urgent.

Orlando Pirates have confirmed that attacking midfielder Patrick Maswanganyi has completed a permanent transfer to Bahrain Premier League club Alkhaldiya Sports Club. The announcement was made on Monday, 24 August 2026, ending days of speculation surrounding the 28 year old’s future after he was left out of the Buccaneers’ MTN8 semifinal first leg victory over Sekhukhune United. According to the club, Maswanganyi requested the opportunity to continue his career abroad and Pirates agreed to the move after discussions with the player and his representatives.