Latest news with #GoldenArrows
IOL News
35 minutes ago
- Sport
- IOL News
Early pressure as Arrows and Richards Bay collide in first KZN derby of the season
Golden Arrows, coached of Manqoba Mngqithi, and Richards Bay face off in a high-stakes KwaZulu-Natal derby at King Zwelithini Stadium. Photo: Backpagepix Image: Backpagepix The first KwaZulu-Natal derby of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season promises a tense battle on Wednesday evening when Golden Arrows host Richards Bay at the King Zwelithini Stadium. Both sides come into this clash licking their wounds after opening-day defeats, adding an extra layer of urgency to what is already a fiercely contested provincial fixture. Arrows were blown away by newly reformed Siwelele on Saturday, while Richards Bay suffered a home loss to Marumo Gallants in Umlazi. For Arrows head coach Manqoba Mngqithi, the derby offers an early chance to get the campaign back on track and restore belief among the supporters. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Mngqithi, in his first full season back at the helm, has a side blending experienced hands with youthful energy, but Saturday's lapses in concentration proved costly. The likes of Nduduzo Sibiya and Nhlanhla Zwane will be expected to inject urgency and creativity into the attack this time around. Richards Bay co-coaches Ronnie Gabriel and Papi Zothwane are also feeling the heat after a flat showing against Gallants. The Natal Rich Boyz, now in their fourth season in the top flight, are keen to avoid a relegation dogfight having finished eighth last season, and three points against a local rival could be the perfect lift. Midfield general Tlakisani Mthethwa and skipper Simphiwe Mcineka will need to lead from the front if Bay are to impose themselves. While Arrows have claimed three wins in the last five league meetings between the sides, Richards Bay have enjoyed the recent upper hand — winning and drawing the last two encounters. Their physical approach and aerial presence have often unsettled the Durban side, particularly in tight matches. #BetwayPrem 𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐝: The results from matchday 1 of the 2025/2026 season. — Official PSL (@OfficialPSL) August 11, 2025
The South African
4 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Dream start for Betway Premiership newcomers
The first weekend of action in the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season is done and dusted – and what a weekend it was for two of the newcomers to the top-flight! All 16 teams were in action, and there were six matches which produced winners and two drawn fixtures. A total of 15 goals were scored at just under two per match. It was a great weekend for two of the three newcomers to the top-flight with Siwelele FC beating Golden Arrows 3-1, while Gavin Hunt's Durban City beat TS Galaxy 2-0. Siwelele FC bought SuperSport United during the off-season. Coincidentally, former SuperSport United coach Gavin Hunt is now in charge at Durban City. Meanwhile, the third new team, Orbit College, went down narrowly 1-0 to AmaZulu. You would have paid good money to have seen Siwelele at the top of the standings at any point in the season! Somewhat surprisingly, defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns were held to a 1-1 draw by Chippa United while Orlando Pirates went down 1-0 at home against Sekhukhune United. On Sunday, Kaizer Chiefs made the perfect start to their campaign, winning 2-0 on the road against Stellenbosch FC. The next matches are scheduled for Tuesday, 12 August. AmaZulu 1-0 Orbit College Chippa United 1-1 Mamelodi Sundowns Polokwane City 0-0 Magesi FC Richards Bay 1-2 Marumo Gallants Orlando Pirates 0-1 Sekhukhune United Siwelele FC 3-1 Golden Arrows TS Galaxy 0-2 Durban City Stellenbosch FC 0-2 Kaizer Chiefs Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
20 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Betway Premiership LOG after opening weekend
The first weekend of action in the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season is in the record books – and what a weekend it was! All 16 teams were in action, there were six winners, six losers and two drawn matches. A total of 15 goals were scored. It was a great weekend for two of the three newcomers to the top-flight with Siwelele FC beating Golden Arrows 3-1, while Gavin Hunt's Durban City beat TS Galaxy 2-0. Orbit College, however, went down 1-0 to AmaZulu. Somewhat surprisingly, defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns were held t a 1-1 draw by Chippa United while Orlando Pirates went down 1-0 at home against Sekhukhune United. On Sunday, Kaizer Chiefs made the perfect start to their campaign, winning 2-0 on the road against Stellenbosch FC. The next matches are scheduled for Tuesday, 12 August. AmaZulu 1-0 Orbit College Chippa United 1-1 Mamelodi Sundowns Polokwane City 0-0 Magesi FC Richards Bay 1-2 Marumo Gallants Orlando Pirates 0-1 Sekhukhune United Siwelele FC 3-1 Golden Arrows TS Galaxy 0-2 Durban City Stellenbosch FC 0-2 Kaizer Chiefs Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
IOL News
a day ago
- Sport
- IOL News
Siwelele impress with statement win against Golden Arrows
Relebogile Mokhuoane of Siwelele challenged by Philani Khumalo of Golden Arrows during the 2025/26 Betway Premiership match at Dr Molemela Stadium in Bloemfontein. | BackpagePix Siwelele FC marked their debut in the Betway Premiership in style, claiming a confident 3-1 win over Golden Arrows at a rocking Dr. Petrus Molemela Stadium on Saturday. A brace from Siviwe Magidigidi and Vincent Pule handed coach Lehlohonolo Seema a dream start to the season, as two quick-fire strikes in the first half rattled Abafana Bes'thende and gave the home fans exactly what they had been craving. In a sea of green and white, the City of Bloemfontein—the proud City of Roses—was finally quenched of its thirst with football back by popular demand. On a Women's Day when many around the country received flowers, the Siwelele faithful got their own gift—the return of top-flight football. The stands were alive with song, carrying the joy of a community that had waited far too long for this moment. For several Siwelele players, this occasion carried extra meaning. Just months ago, they were fighting for survival in SuperSport United colors, enduring the mental and physical strain of a relegation scrap.
IOL News
3 days ago
- Sport
- IOL News
Golden Arrows out to spoil Siwelele's return as Richards Bay open against Marumo Gallants
Golden Arrows Manqoba Mngqithi is settling back in KZN following his return to the club. Photo: Backpagepix Image: Backpagepix Golden Arrows will look to dampen Siwelele FC's top-flight return party when the sides meet in the Betway Premiership at the Dr Molemela Stadium on Saturday night (8pm). The soon-to-be Bloemfontein-based side's readiness remains something of a mystery. Siwelele have not played any competitive or friendly matches during the build-up to the new season, leaving their form and tactical sharpness open to speculation. While the club's history is rich with moments of promise, the absence of recent match data makes it difficult to predict how they will shape up on opening day. That uncertainty could play into the hands of Arrows, who head into the season determined to make a strong start after falling short of their top-eight ambitions last term. Coach Manqoba Mngqithi's side have worked hard to sharpen their squad during pre-season and will aim to collect early points to set the tone for the campaign. Lehlohonolo Seema is ready for the #BetwayPrem showdown between @Siwelele_FC and Golden Arrows in Bloemfontein. — Official PSL (@OfficialPSL) August 8, 2025 Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ The lack of recent meetings between these two clubs adds further intrigue, with both sides relying solely on pre-season preparations and tactical adjustments rather than head-to-head insights. In a match fuelled by unpredictability, the first goal could prove decisive. Earlier in the day, Richards Bay begin their 2025/26 Betway Premiership campaign against Marumo Gallants at the King Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi. Kick-off is set for 3pm. The Natal Rich Boys have their eyes on back-to-back top-eight finishes and will hope to turn their home ground into a fortress once more. Having been eliminated from the MTN8 in pre-season action, Ronnie Gabriel and Papi Zothwane's charges can now channel all their energy into the league. Gallants, meanwhile, are entering a new era under French coach Alexandre Lafitte, who takes over from Abdeslam Ouaddou after a solid 10th-place finish last season.
