Bafana Bafana group opponents Nigeria still entertain thoughts of the former being docked points by world football governing body FIFA. Bafana Bafana and Nigeria are in Group C of the FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Back in March, Bafana Bafana fielded Teboho Mokoena in the 2-0 win over Lesotho despite the fact that he had… Continue reading Nigeria Holds Out Hope for Bafana Bafana Punishment
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Lucas Ribeiro Wins Goal of the Tournament
World football governing body FIFA has announced Mamelodi Sundowns forward Lucas Ribeiro Costa as the winner of the Club World Cup 2025 Goal of the Tournament. The Sundowns star’s long-range run beat out the likes of Lionel Messi’s free-kick finish for Inter Miami against FC Porto, and João Pedro’s stunner for Chelsea against Fluminense. “The… Continue reading Lucas Ribeiro Wins Goal of the Tournament
FIFA President Hails 2025 Club World Cup
FIFA boss Gianni Infantino appeared to be responding to the critics of the Club World Cup when addressing the media ahead of Sunday’s final between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea. The Club World Cup has had its fair share of critics, particularly that it is “extra work” for players when they would have done with a… Continue reading FIFA President Hails 2025 Club World Cup
Former Senegal Coach in FIFA’s Technical Study Group
Aliou Cissé, who captained and coached Senegal, has been roped in by world football controlling body, FIFA. FIFA has unveiled the Technical Study Group (TSG) that will provide cutting-edge analysis of all matches across the FIFA 2025 Club World Cup, while increasing and developing the understanding of the game worldwide. Led by FIFA Chief of… Continue reading Former Senegal Coach in FIFA’s Technical Study Group
FIFA Bans Egyptian Club Zamalek, Again!
Perennial offenders Zamalek are back in FIFA’s bad books yet again. The Egyptians stand accused of refusing to pay their former player, Yasser Hamad. The White Knights are fresh off bans after settling debts to former coach Jaime Pacheco and striker Khalid Boutaib. Hamad, a Palestinian international, played just three matches for the club last… Continue reading FIFA Bans Egyptian Club Zamalek, Again!
FIFA Confirms Special Transfer Window for Elite Clubs
World football governing body FIFA has approved a special transfer window for Africa’s elite clubs and others. Africa’s four clubs that are heading to the FIFA 2025 Club World Cup will be able to bring in players for 10 days next month. The continent will be represented at the Club World Cup by Mamelodi Sundowns… Continue reading FIFA Confirms Special Transfer Window for Elite Clubs
Women’s World Cup Expanded To 48 Teams
World football governing body FIFA has given the green light for the Women’s World Cup to be expanded from 32 to 48 teams, in line with their male counterparts. This change will come into play from the 2031 edition after FIFA’s Council approved the proposal at a virtual meeting on Friday. “This is not just… Continue reading Women’s World Cup Expanded To 48 Teams
FIFA Appoints SAFA’s Head of Coach Education to Oversee African Coaching Development Programs
World football governing body FIFA has roped in coaching talent Keneilwe Mathibela from the South African Football Association (SAFA). According to SAFA, Mathibela has been approached by FIFA to oversee the delivery of coaching development programs on the African continent. “She will be working with CAF on behalf of FIFA and will, among other responsibilities,… Continue reading FIFA Appoints SAFA’s Head of Coach Education to Oversee African Coaching Development Programs
No SA Referee for FIFA Club World Cup
Five top African referees have been picked for this year’s FIFA Club World Cup, but there’s no South African on the list. FIFA has selected 117 match officials in a list drawn from 41 FIFA member associations. The list includes 35 referees, 58 assistant referees, and 24 video assistant referees (VAR). Dahane Beida (Mauritania), Mustapha… Continue reading No SA Referee for FIFA Club World Cup
Bafana on Course for Top 50 Spot in FIFA Rankings
In 1996, Bafana Bafana was ranked 16th in the world and 1st in Africa after winning the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on home soil that year. Fast forward to 2025, and Bafana Bafana is placed 56th in the world and 10th in Africa, as confirmed by the latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday, 3… Continue reading Bafana on Course for Top 50 Spot in FIFA Rankings