World football Icon, Cristiano Ronaldo has delivered an emotional farewell to Portugal after bringing an end to his remarkable 23-year international career, describing representing his country as the greatest achievement of his football journey. The 41-year-old superstar announced his retirement from international football on Thursday, November 5, 2026, bringing an emotional end to a chapter that began with his senior debut in August 2003. Ronaldo leaves behind an extraordinary legacy, having made 234 appearances and scored a record 146 goals…

Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane has announced his final 26-man squad for the upcoming back-to-back 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Kenya, with a mixture of local talent and South African players based abroad included in his selection. The squad announcement comes as South Africa prepares for two important encounters against the Harambee Stars this November, with both teams expected to battle for valuable points in the race for qualification for the continental showpiece. Mosimane’s selection includes several…

Kaizer Chiefs are on the verge of landing a major attacking reinforcement, with Bafana Bafana winger Elias Mokwana expected to be unveiled as an Amakhosi player this week as the Soweto giants look to inject fresh firepower into their forward line. The Naturena outfit have reportedly struck an agreement on personal terms with the highly-rated 27-year-old attacker, who is expected to undergo a medical examination before putting the finishing touches to his anticipated move on a free transfer. Mokwana has…

French football legend Thierry Henry’s presence at FNB Stadium and international football journalist Fabrizio Romano’s coverage of the Soweto Derby have provided a significant boost to the global profile of South African football, showcasing the growing international appeal of one of Africa’s biggest football rivalries. The former Arsenal and Barcelona striker brought international glamour to the historic showdown between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, while Romano, one of the world’s most followed football journalists, also helped amplify the fixture’s profile…

The Carling Knockout Cup quarter-final draw has produced four exciting encounters, keeping South Africa’s traditional football giants apart as eight clubs battle for a place in the semi-finals and a share of the competition’s lucrative rewards. Orlando Pirates will face Sekhukhune United, Kaizer Chiefs take on Siwelele FC, Mamelodi Sundowns meet Golden Arrows, while Stellenbosch FC will lock horns with AmaZulu FC. The quarter-final matches are scheduled for the weekend of November 6–8, with venues still to be confirmed. The…

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has on Wednesday called up six uncapped players to reinforce his 37-man squad after injuries ruled Cheslin Kolbe, Eben Etzebeth, Andre Esterhuizen and Handre Pollard out of contention for South Africa’s demanding November Test campaign. The world champions face crucial Nations Championship clashes against Italy, France and Ireland, with Erasmus banking on emerging talent and experienced campaigners to maintain South Africa’s momentum in the competition. Yaqeen Ahmed, Sebastian de Klerk, Luan Giliomee, Markus Muller, Riley Norton…

Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs have sent a clear warning to each other ahead of Saturday’s eagerly anticipated Soweto Derby after both giants recorded convincing victories in the Carling Knockout Cup on Tuesday night, setting the stage for a blockbuster Betway Premiership encounter at FNB Stadium. The Buccaneers and Amakhosi each scored three unanswered goals in their respective Round of 16 fixtures, giving their supporters plenty to celebrate while adding extra spice to a rivalry that rarely needs an introduction.…

Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns will be desperate to put their disappointing CAF exits behind them when they return to domestic action in the Carling Knockout Cup on Tuesday night, while Orlando Pirates will be looking to carry their continental success into the last-16 encounter. The three South African football heavyweights head into the midweek fixtures with contrasting levels of confidence after their respective continental campaigns delivered mixed results over the weekend. Chiefs were eliminated by Zambia’s Red Arrows on…

South Africa U23 head coach, Raymond Mdaka, has named a 37-man preliminary squad as Amaglug-glug intensify preparations for their bid to qualify for the men’s football tournament at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Mdaka’s immediate challenge is to guide South Africa past Madagascar in a two-legged qualifier in November, with victory keeping the country on course for a return to the Olympic stage. The expanded selection brings together emerging talent from the Premier Soccer League, lower-division clubs and overseas…

South African football fans can look forward to another thrilling chapter of knockout football as the 2026 Carling Knockout Cup prepares to kick off, with defending champions Orlando Pirates determined to keep their hands firmly on the trophy. The launch and Round of 16 draw took place in Johannesburg on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, setting the stage for a competition expected to deliver drama, fierce rivalries and unforgettable moments as all 16 Betway Premiership clubs battle for domestic silverware. The…