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France the team to beat at Euro 2016

With a plethora of attacking players capable of posing major problems to their opponents, Les Bleus are tipped to go far - but only if they overcome …

France can win Euro 2016 - Griezmann

The Atletico Madrid attacker believes that the blend of experience and "crazy" youths can help Les Bleus to glory, while he has praised Diego Simeone…

Why France fans are booing Giroud

The striker has become a scapegoat but he remains an important member of the squad and has a commendable scoring record when playing for Didier Desch…

My dream is to repeat WC 98 win – Digne

The defender is eager to prove his critics wrong during the forthcoming European Championship, and says his side are ready to thrive under the pressu…

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VIDEO: Griezmann hails Pogba

The Atletico Madrid ace took some time out with Goal to answer questions on a broad range of subjects, including his best goal and his long-term futu…

VIDEO: Pogba & Griezmann show off

The France duo have been looking sharp in training as they prepare for the Euro 2016 opener against Romania on June 10 - check out their impressive f…

Schneiderlin called up for France

The Marseille star becomes the latest members of Les Bleus' squad to drop out with injury, following defenders Jeremy Mathieu and Raphael Varane

Mathieu out of Euro 2016

The Barcelona centre-back has struggled with injury in recent months and a calf strain has seen him ruled out of the summer competition and replaced …

Benz can end nightmare season on top

The Champions League final will offer the striker the opportunity to end what has been a trying campaign on a high ahead of a summer of unwelcome ina…

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Cabaye concerned about Euro security

The France midfielder has identified Belgium, Spain, Germany and England as France's main rivals for success at this summer's European Championship

I’m going to Euro 2016 to win it – Digne

The 22-year-old has paid tribute to his club's influence over the course of his loan move from Paris Saint-Germain and said it will be "a dream" to p…

Wenger picks his Euro 2016 stars

The 66-year-old Frenchman feels players with energy left in their legs following a gruelling domestic campaign could be the difference makers at this…

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Payet & Kante in France's Euros squad

Didier Deschamps has named a strong 23-man squad for this summer's tournament with the West Ham talisman and the Leicester midfielder taking their pl…

Benz absence hurts France - Lizarazu

The France great believes that Les Bleus will be hampered by the loss of their centre-forward but is hopeful that Antoine Griezmann can continue his …

Matuidi offers support for Sakho

The Liverpool defender could miss out on representing his country at Euro 2016 after failing a drugs test, something that saddens his France team-mat…

Trezeguet: Griezmann can fill Benz void

The Euro 2000 winner says that there is a good deal of expectation on the forward but believes he can produce the goods after a fine season

Gullit backs France for Euro 2016

After winning the World Cup in 1998, the Netherlands legend has a feeling that Les Bleus might come out on top once again

Gullit backs France for Euro 2016

After winning the World Cup in 1998, the Netherlands legend has a feeling that Les Bleus might come out on top once again

'Benzema upset by Euro 2016 snub'

The Real Madrid manager divulged that the 28-year-old marksman has taken the news of his omission from France's plans ahead of this summer's European…

Benzema snub was difficult - Le Graet

The head of French football's governing body insists the nation must concentrate on the group instead of one striker as they look to win the tourname…

Griezmann saddened by Benzema news

The Real Madrid striker will be a loss to France at Euro 2016 but Atletico's frontman is ready to take extra responsibility in his absence for Les Bl…

Benzema lawyer slams prime minister

The Real Madrid striker has been ruled out of the running for France's Euro 2016 squad and his representative believes he has been treated unfairly b…

Okazaki backs trio for Euro 2016

With the Foxes on the brink of winning a stunning Premier League title, their Japanese star believes that the England duo and France's new sensation …

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Benzema 'dreams' of France return

France coach Didier Deschamps and FFF President Noel Le Graet are set to discuss whether the Real Madrid striker is ready to represent his country at…

Euro 2016 dream alive for Mathieu

Barcelona have stated that the 32-year-old centre-back will be fit again within eight weeks, meaning he could still represent his country at the Euro…

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'We want to win Euros for Paris victims'

The Crystal Palace midfielder says Les Bleus will have extra motivation in their quest to win their third European Championships when they host the t…

Frequently asked questions

Andries 'Pele Pele' Mkhwanazi and Bethuel Mokgosinyana are considered the founding fathers of the club which was formed in 1937.

Dr Irvin Khoza took over as club secretary and owner in 1991.

The club plays home fixtures at Orlando Stadium in Soweto with the ground being owned by the City of Johannesburg.

They are known by several nicknames, including: The Sea Robbers, The Bucs, Happy People and Buccaneers.

33 official domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (1995) and one Caf Super Cup (1996).

Nine times under different auspices. PSL (4), NSL (1), NPSL (4).

Happy Jele made 401 appearances for the club

Bendict Vilakazi scored 52 goals for the club.

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