Juta the Hero as Rising Stars Lift Historic Coke Cup Crown
Take nothing away from the heroics of Rising Stars FC. However, when you miss two penalties in a cup final, victory is always going to be difficult to achieve. That proved to be the downfall of Antalyaspor JPM Cape Town, who were humbled by 3-0 by a determined Stars side in the Under-18 Coke Cup […]
Rangers Turn Up Heat in Stream A after Convincing win over Santos, Ikapa and Spurs Share Spoils in 2-2 Draw
FN Rangers have piled the pressure back on Hanover Park FC in the race for top spot in Stream A following a convincing 3-0 victory over Santos FC in a Motsepe League match in Thornton on Friday evening. A brace by former Santos-striker Darron Omaticus and another by Waylin Smidt sealed the deal for the […]
Ncaca’s Trophy Machine Antalyaspor Chase Another Major Cup Crown
Having swept aside all before them by winning the Coke Cup, Bayhill Premier Cup and Engen Knockout Challenge within a short space of time, coach Gareth Ncaca’s serial-winning Antalyaspor JPM Cape Town outfit now faces a new challenge: staying on top. With success comes expectation, and Antalyaspor enter every tournament carrying the weight of being […]
Where History Meets Hope: Hanover Park and Saxons Set for Coke Final – “Waanie” Hails Football’s Power to Unite
Hanover Park FC chairman Rieduwaan is on the brink of witnessing yet another Coke Cup title… That’s off course if they can overcome an equally threatening rival in Saxon Rovers, who cannot be discarded but has to settle for the underdog in Saturday’s Coke Cup Final in the Athlone Stadium. The team form Downberg Road […]
Promotion Battle Awaits as SAFA Cape Town Finalises Third Division Playoff Draw
The stage is set for the 2026 SAFA Cape Town Third Division Promotional Playoffs after the draw was officially conducted, with clubs from the various Local Football Associations now knowing the path that stands between them and promotion. The playoffs are expected to get underway as early as next weekend, with SAFA Cape Town set […]
Ralph Eyes Glory Over History; Hanover Park FC Ready for Another Coke Cup Coronation
While Hanover Park FC stand on the brink of matching the back-to-back Coke Cup triumphs achieved by Premier United and Diadora, head coach Ralph Hendricks insists records are the last thing on his mind. “It’s not about records and stats, it’s about winning it for our club, community and supporters all over the peninsula,” Hendricks […]
VAR Close(r), But Not Quite There Yet as Key Challenges Remain, Motsepe League set to benefit from technology
The introduction of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in South African football moved a step closer this week after a South African Football Association (SAFA) delegation, led by president Danny Jordaan, met with Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie in Pretoria. Speaking at a joint press conference, McKenzie delivered a strong message that […]
Madikane: “It’s Game On” – Cape Town Roses Braced for Santos Test Eager to End Nine-Year Wait for Coke Glory
If there is one thing to admire about legendary Cape Town Roses coach Xolile Madikane, apart from his success and impressive track record, it is the respect he embodies for his opponents. But don’t mistake that humility for weakness, as this seasoned women’s football mentor, who is also a deputy headmaster at the Lwazi Primary […]
Williams Under Pressure to Account for SAFA CT Finances
If SAFA Cape Town Treasurer Sadick Williams knows what is good for him, he will ensure he attends the region’s next Mancom meeting and provide a comprehensive account of the organisation’s financial affairs. After all, SAFA Cape Town is a public football body entrusted with managing members’ funds, and its affiliates have every right to […]
A Football Life Built on Service: Crumpton “Silver Fox” Still unselfishly Roaming the Touchlines After Five Decades
There is probably less than one percent of the local football fraternity who do not know the popular football administrator Gordon Crumpton. And that is not merely because he has been involved in football for almost five decades, or because of his immense contribution to the beautiful game. Rather, it is the humility, warmth and […]