Coach Hugo Broos will lead the South African senior men’s national soccer team for the 50th time when Bafana Bafana face Angola at the Grand Stade de Marrakech in their opening match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Monday, 22 December 2025. Kickoff is at 19h00 (South African time). It has been… Continue reading Bafana’s Longest-Serving Coach Broos Reaches Half Century
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Hugo Broos: I’m Not Racist!
Bafana Bafana mentor Hugo Broos has offered an apology for his over-the-top comments last week. Broos was under fire for lambasting defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi for the latter’s late arrival to camp ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. Political parties United Democratic Movement (UDM) and the Afrika Mayibuye Movement accused Broos of… Continue reading Hugo Broos: I’m Not Racist!
SAFA: Hands Off Hugo Broos!
The South African Football Association (SAFA) has leapt to the defence of Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos. This follows the United Democratic Movement (UDM) lodging a formal complaint at the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) over what it alleges were “racist and sexist remarks” made by Broos recently. Broos’ tirade in Pretoria during… Continue reading SAFA: Hands Off Hugo Broos!
UDM Asks for Investigation into Bafana Coach Hugo Broos
A storm is brewing around Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos following his recent over-the-top comments. The Belgian raised eyebrows on Wednesday during a media briefing in Pretoria, ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. Brooks’ tirade was sparked by defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s late arrival in camp. “I will have a chat with him… Continue reading UDM Asks for Investigation into Bafana Coach Hugo Broos
Hugo Broos: Pirates Sent Me a Message With Nonsense!
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos was hopping mad as he addressed the media following defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s late arrival for the national team camp. Broos was briefing the media on preparations ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. Mbokazi, who will be joining Major League Soccer (MLS) side Chicago Fire from Orlando… Continue reading Hugo Broos: Pirates Sent Me a Message With Nonsense!
Hugo Broos Realistic About Bafana Bafana’s World Cup Chances
The general consensus appears to be that Bafana Bafana are in a comfortable group for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bafana Bafana are placed in Group A alongside hosts Mexico and South Korea, while Denmark are favourites to win the play-offs and join this group. “It’s not an easy one. First of all, you have to… Continue reading Hugo Broos Realistic About Bafana Bafana’s World Cup Chances
Hugo Broos Explains Call-Ups of 20-Year-Olds
It is now public knowledge that Belgian mentor Hugo Broos will be leaving Bafana Bafana to return to his homeland after next year’s FIFA World Cup. Broos, however, would still have South Africa’s interests at heart beyond the global showpiece. He has hinted at a consultancy role, but some recent call-ups would be considered great… Continue reading Hugo Broos Explains Call-Ups of 20-Year-Olds
Breaking: Hugo Broos Announces Final Bafana Squad for the AFCON
With no major surprises, the Bafana Bafana squad heading to the Africa Cup of Nations has been unveiled. Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos announced the final 25-man squad on Monday afternoon. The squad is largely what was predicted by African Times a few days ago. The only notable absentee is Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Themba… Continue reading Breaking: Hugo Broos Announces Final Bafana Squad for the AFCON
African Times Predicts Bafana Bafana Final AFCON Squad
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos will on Monday, 1 December, announce Bafana Bafana’s final squad heading to the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Earlier this week, the Belgian named a 54-man provisional team. Each participating team can submit a list of up to 27 players, but the Confederation of African football (CAF) will only… Continue reading African Times Predicts Bafana Bafana Final AFCON Squad
Breaking: Bafana Bafana AFCON Squad Announced
Bafana Bafana’s preliminary squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has been announced. Bafana coach Hugo Broos made the announcement on Monday afternoon, with the final 23-man squad expected to be confirmed next week. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has set a deadline of 11 December for all final squad submissions ahead… Continue reading Breaking: Bafana Bafana AFCON Squad Announced