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Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly coach has leaped to the defence of Mbokazi following the defender’s move to Major League Soccer. The Bafana international raised eyebrows when he opted to swap Pirates for the Fire midway through the previous season, but Mosimane insists the switch is a masterstroke for his development.

The 2026 World Cup is well underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long and winding road to be navigated as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL tracks the tournament's most prolific stars.

The South African football legend has singled out the former Buccaneer as a future icon of the national game following his breakout performances on the world stage. The former Leeds United captain believes the young defender possesses the rare mental and physical attributes required to reach the very top of the sport.

South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has lifted the lid on the internal tactical and psychological reset that saved the national team’s historic 2026 World Cup campaign. Following a bruising opening night, the Belgian tactician staged a high-stakes intervention that transformed his squad from stage-fright victims into knockout-stage contenders.