It was a weekend of contrasts in the United Rugby Championship’s knockout rounds, with South African franchises producing wildly different stories. The Stormers and Bulls delivered commanding performances on home soil, while the Lions were handed a sobering reality check in Dublin. Here is how the action unfolded. Leinster 59-10 Lions | Aviva Stadium, Dublin The Lions travelled to the Aviva Stadium with hope, but what they encountered was a Leinster side operating at a level that left little room for romanticism. The Irish giants were ruthless from the first whistle, running in try after try to post a devastating…
Author: Lehlohonolo Scheepers
Lehlohonolo Scheepers
Lehlohonolo writes about South African sport for a living and thinks about it the rest of the time — football, rugby, cricket. Match reports, previews, profiles, the features that take a week. He is the reason ScoreLine's copy is clear, and the reason it gets checked twice before it reaches you. He supports Kaizer Chiefs, so he understands better than most that a result is never just a result. Gold and black, every weekend, no matter what the table says.
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South African football reached another golden moment as Mamelodi Sundowns were crowned CAF Champions League winners for the second time in the club’s history. Nearly a decade after their famous 2016 success, Sundowns once again stood on top of African football after defeating Moroccan giants AS FAR over two legs in the 2026 final. The victory confirmed Sundowns’ place among the continent’s elite clubs and marked another major milestone for South African football on the African stage. Guided by coach Miguel Cardoso and powered by a talented squad filled with international stars, the Pretoria club produced a composed and disciplined…
After years of frustration and near misses, Orlando Pirates have finally reclaimed the league crown, winning the 2025/26 Betway Premiership title in dramatic fashion. The Buccaneers secured the championship on the final day of the season, ending a 14 year wait for domestic league success and sparking celebrations among supporters across South Africa. The triumph marks one of the most significant moments in the club’s modern history. For a team that has consistently challenged in cup competitions over the past decade, finally translating that promise into league dominance represents a major breakthrough. A Season Built on Consistency Unlike previous campaigns…
For the first time since the famous “Invincibles” season of 2003 and 2004, Arsenal F.C. are Premier League champions again. After years of rebuilding, near misses and criticism, Mikel Arteta’s side finally completed their journey back to the summit of English football by securing the 2025 and 2026 EPL title. The triumph marks one of the most emotional moments in modern Arsenal history and confirms the club’s return among Europe’s elite. Supporters across North London celebrated wildly as the Gunners ended a painful 22 year wait for league glory. Arteta’s Long Term Vision Finally Delivers When Mikel Arteta took over…
Saturday’s round of Betway Premiership fixtures served up a mixed bag of drama, grit and crucial points as clubs across the table fought for very different prizes – from championship glory to survival. Here is how it all unfolded on a busy afternoon of South African top-flight football. Chiefs Silence Usuthu in Durban Derby The headline result of the day came from Moses Mabhida Stadium, where Kaizer Chiefs claimed a vital 1-0 victory over AmaZulu FC. In what was always going to be a tense affair in Durban, the Glamour Boys held their nerve and took the three points through…
Saturday the 16th of May promises to be a blockbuster afternoon of Betway Premiership football, with seven simultaneous fixtures kicking off at 15:00 across the country. From the coastal heat of Durban to the high altitude of Polokwane, there is plenty at stake as the season draws closer to its conclusion. Here is your guide to everything you need to watch out for. The Big One: AmaZulu vs Kaizer Chiefs All roads lead to Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, where AmaZulu FC host Kaizer Chiefs in what is arguably the most anticipated match of the weekend. Usuthu have been a…
Saturday afternoon brings a full slate of Betway Premiership action across the country, with seven matches all kicking off simultaneously at 15:00. From the coastal heat of Durban to the mountain air of Stellenbosch, there is plenty to keep South African football fans glued to their screens this weekend. The Headline Act: AmaZulu vs Kaizer Chiefs The match that will command the most attention takes place at the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, where AmaZulu FC host Kaizer Chiefs. This fixture carries the kind of weight that transcends league standings. Chiefs arrive in Durban having endured another inconsistent campaign,…
South Africa has its sights set on hosting another major football tournament. Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has confirmed that the country is actively working on a 2028 Africa Cup of Nations bid – and it’s not going alone. Zimbabwe, Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho, and Mozambique are all part of a bold, ambitious joint southern African bid for the continent’s premier international football competition. If successful, a South Africa AFCON 2028 bid would bring the Africa Cup of Nations to a region that has never hosted the tournament in the modern era. The implications for football, infrastructure, tourism, and southern African unity…
In what can only be described as a remarkable achievement for South African sport, the country’s inaugural Premier Padel tournament has been elevated to P1 status – the highest tier on the global padel tour calendar. And this happened within days of South Africa’s historic debut on the international circuit being confirmed. Premier Padel South Africa joining the P1 category is not just exciting news for padel enthusiasts. It’s a significant statement about the sport’s rapid growth in this country and South Africa’s emerging status as a destination for world-class sports events. What Is Premier Padel and Why Does P1…
South African cricket fans watched in horror as Lungi Ngidi was stretchered off the field during an IPL 2026 match and taken to hospital by ambulance. The fast bowler, one of South Africa’s most valuable pace bowling assets, suffered what reports describe as a critical injury while attempting to take a catch – a sudden, alarming end to his involvement in the match. The news has sent shockwaves through cricket in South Africa. With multiple international commitments on the horizon, the Lungi Ngidi injury couldn’t have come at a worse time. What Happened During the IPL Match? Ngidi was fielding…