Former Bafana Bafana coach Dr Pitso Mosimane says the national team must play with “courage” against South Korea on Thursday morning (3 AM South African time). It is a must-win match for Bafana Bafana, who are at the bottom of Group A with one point. “As Bafana Bafana proudly carry the hopes of a nation onto the global stage, we salute their dedication and commitment to representing South Africa with pride,” says Mosimane. “Wishing the team and technical staff all…

Durban City has announced the appointment of Khalil Ben Youssef as the Club’s new Head Coach ahead of the 2026/27 season. The 37-year-old spent last season at Kaizer Chiefs working as a head coach alongside Cedric Kaze. Ben Youssef, who holds a CAF A Licence, brings extensive coaching experience from across Africa and the Middle East, according to the club. “Having worked in Tunisia, Morocco, Tanzania, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, he has developed a strong reputation for…

Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo Sithole says the team will leave everything on the pitch when they take on South Korea in the early hours of Thursday morning. The clash in Monterrey, Mexico, will kick off at 3 AM South African time, with both sides eyeing a place in the Round of 32. “We are playing against a very good side. We know their qualities, we know how they play, because we did our analysis, and I think, as the coach…

The expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 has opened the door to a potentially historic campaign for Africa, with as many as five teams still on course to reach the knockout stage – a feat that would surpass the continent’s previous best. Africa’s strongest collective showing at the World Cup came in 2014 when Algeria, Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire all progressed beyond the group stage. Twelve years on, that record could be eclipsed. With one round of matches remaining in most…

Outspoken South Africa’s Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie is in the news again as he defended the current crop of Bafana Bafana players. Bafana Bafana are out in North America representing the country in the FIFA World Cup, where they are in Group A with co-hosts Mexico, Czech Republic and South Korea. They need a win against South Korea on Thursday to reach the round of 32 of the tournament. Bafana Bafana lost the first match 2-0 to…

South Africa and Czech Republic drew 1-1 at Atlanta Stadium on Thursday, with Teboho Mokoena’s spot-kick wiping out Michal Sadilek’s early goal at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The result left the sides on one point apiece in Group A of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Miroslav Koubek called for a “fast start” and his men responded. Adam Hlozek crossed from the right, and Alexandr Sojka’s canny, first-time touch released Sadilek, who lashed it past Ronwen Williams. Hugo Broos introduced…

Soweto side Kaizer Chiefs have announced the arrival of Thabo Moloisane for the upcoming season. Moloisane is Amakhosi’s first signing in preparation for the 2026/27 season. Born in Meadowlands, Soweto, the defender joins the Phefeni Glamour Boys from Stellenbosch FC, where he made an impressive 115 appearances over three seasons. Primarily a centre-back, Moloisane’s quality and consistency earned him two national team call-ups during his time in the Western Cape. “Importantly, he brings valuable experience of African competition, having featured…

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has called on the critics to “just shut up” ahead of South Africa’s second match at the World Cup. Broos’s men will battle Czech Republic on Thursday evening in Atlanta, USA, after a disastrous 2-0 defeat to co-hosts Mexico a week ago. The Belgian was heavily criticised for setting out a formation that had five defenders and three central midfielders against the Mexicans. Broos, however, is having none of it. “You know, I’m nearly…

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the appointment of Fernando da Cruz as Head Coach. He has signed a two-year contract with a one-year option, effective 1 July 2026. Born in France, Da Cruz comes highly qualified with a UEFA Pro Licence, the highest coaching certification in football. He worked briefly with Chiefs during pre-season two years ago before joining the Moroccan Football Federation, where he served as Technical Director until the end of June. The 54-year-old brings a wealth of experience…

Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Khalil Ben Youssef has set the cat among the pigeons with comments that will certainly not be well received by the club’s multitude of supporters. After finishing third in the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season, Chiefs fans would have hoped the team could be ready to challenge for the League title next season. Ben Youssef, however, has some bad news for all those associated with Amakhosi. He says the current squad is only good enough to challenge…