The Carwash 2.0
The CARWASH 2.0 brings the stories that shape the game! Raw, loud, and unapologetic.
It’s Pitso vs Sundowns
With The quarter finals of the CAF Champions League well underway, Kaizer Chiefs have already placed one foot into the semi-finals after beating Simba 4-0 in the first leg. However, Mamelodi Sundowns were not met with the same fate as they came up against their former coach Pitso Mosimane and…
The Carwash PSL Awards!
With Mamelodi Sundowns now one victory away from being confirmed as DStv Premiership champions for the fourth season running, supporters and football pundits have begun their season retrospective, picking who the player and coach of the season candidates are. In the latest episode of the SL Podcast's "The Carwash" (brought…
Hugo Broos Lands Bafana Job: A Breakdown...
Belgian football manager Hugo Broos has been announced as the South African national team head coach, replacing Molefi Ntseki who was sacked following Bafana Bafana's failure to qualify for the upcoming Africa Cup Of Nations (AFCON). This news follows weeks of speculation linking Amazulu coach Benni McCarthy & former Bafana…
"What Pitso Told Me Years Ago..." (Brought To You By Heineken)
While Al Ahly coach Pitso Mosimane has reportedly rejected an offer from the South African Football Association (SAFA) to replace Molefi Ntseki as the national team coach, according to one of his former star players, Mosimane is not done with international football just yet. Former Mamelodi Sundowns star Teko Modise,…
Teko: "We Need Many A Benni"
While Mamelodi Sundowns have rightfully earned praise for their record-setting unbeaten run in the DStv Premiership, Amazulu have been on a tear of their own, which has seen them improve drastically from their disappointing 2019/20 campaign. Coach Benni McCarthy has delivered results ever since taking over as 'Usuthu' coach, with…
Has Khune Silenced The Haters?
Kaizer Chiefs earned their spot in the CAF Champions League quarter-final, thanks in large part to goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune's second half heroics against Horoya AC. The 2-2 scoreline doesn't do his performance justice, but his trademark acrobatic shot-stopping has earned 'Itu' shining praise this week, which he's needed in a…
SAFA's Internal Crisis, Chippa's Challenges & More!
The South African Football Association (SAFA) are at a crossroads following Bafana Bafana's failure to qualify for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, the recent sacking of former national team head coach Molefi Ntseki and Neil Tovey vacating his role as technical director in July 2020. The organisation is left…
There Are Ghosts In The Bafana Setup...
With Bafana Bafana's recent failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, failing to earn a point against Sudan, who earned their spot with a 2-0 win over RSA, questions have been raised over the national team setup. SAFA have already fired coach Molefi Ntseki, but many believe that…
"The System Is Designed For Us To Fail"
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has an unfortunate history of players going broke after retirement, due to poor financial planning during their careers and the expensive lifestyles that many former stars struggled to maintain. There have been waves of calls over the years for the PSL and individual clubs to…
"I Had Opportunities To Play For Chiefs"- Teko Modise
Former Mamelodi Sundowns & Orlando Pirates midfielder Teko Modise enjoyed a legendary Premier Soccer League (PSL) career, winning back-to-back PSL Player of the Season awards with the ‘Bucaneers’ and capturing two league titles with ‘Masandawana’. The only ‘Big Three’ club which Modise hasn’t played for is Kaizer Chiefs, although there…
Roberts: 'This Is Going To Change African Football'
With Mamelodi Sundowns owner & mining businessman Patrice Motsepe set to take over as Confederation of African Football (CAF) president on Friday, South African football pundits and commentators have been debating how his rapid ascent to power could change the landscape of football on the continent. CAF has earned infamy…
“Molefi Needs A Core Team”
With the recent announcement of the Bafana Bafana squad which is set to face Ghana & Sudan in crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, the selection of out-of-favour Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune, as well as a host of debutants has come under question. Ntseki has been left with a…
“A Team Like Chiefs Shouldn’t Be Underdogs”
It appears that Kaizer Chiefs will have more time to prepare for their CAF Champions League group-stage fixture against Wydad AC of Morocco, however, when they do finally face last season's semi-finalists, they'll go into the fixture as clear underdogs due to their underwhelming form this campaign. Despite qualifying for…
"I'm Starting To Understand Gavin's Frustration”
All eyes will be on Orlando Stadium on Saturday 30th of January when Kaizer Chiefs visit Orlando Pirates in the Soweto Derby. The two sides have experienced ups and downs this season with Pirates ending a six-year trophy drought by claiming the MTN8 trophy and Chiefs reaching the CAF Champions…
The Problem With Sundowns' Sirino Saga
Mamelodi Sundowns’ attacking midfielder Gaston Sirino appears to have missed out on the opportunity to play for Al Ahly under former boss Pitso Mosimane, with the Egyptian giants said to have moved on from a potential move for the Uruguayan after a breakdown in negotiations. Mosimane is quoted as saying…
"Hunt's Difficult Balancing Act At Chiefs"
Kaizer Chiefs have had a rocky start to the 2020/21 season, winning only twice in their opening ten DStv Premiership fixtures, with their second victory coming against Amazulu midweek. Amakhosi coach Gavin Hunt has had a long list of problems affecting the squad since he took the reigns in September…
The One Quality Pirates Are Lacking…
MTN8 champions Orlando Pirates had the chance to stamp their authority in the DStv Premiership when they took on Mamelodi Sundowns , but struggled against the defending league champions, losing last weekend’s meeting 1-0. The Soweto giants now trail Downs by eight points, and still have to take on an…
Hunt’s Tough Decision
Kaizer Chiefs’ struggles continued with a draw against Bloemfontein Celtic which sees the Soweto giants positioned 13th on the DStv Premiership table. Amakhosi have struggled to find their rhythm this season, and haven’t won a league match since October 27th when they defeated Chippa United 1-0. Several senior players have…
"Benni Can Bring Excitement To Amazulu"
Amazulu have made their ambitions for the season crystal clear, having signed an array of talented players to try and make Usuthu a competitive team after years of struggling in the lower half of the Premiership table. Their list of signings includes Siphiwe Tshabalala, Xola Mlambo, Augustine Mulenga, Luvuyo Memela,…
“Shalulile hasn’t even reached his peak yet”
Mamelodi Sundowns made no secret of their intentions when they conducted their transfer business, signing 13 new players as they hope to push for honours in four competitions this season. One of their signings, Peter Shalulile (formerly of Highlands Park) has already made a strong start to life in Chloorkop,…