Akron Togliatti Overview

The former TS Galaxy centre-back has broken his silence on a grueling campaign at Amakhosi, admitting that the season pushed him to his absolute limits both on and off the field. The defender, who arrived at Naturena with high expectations, found himself battling for relevance in a squad where his position was no longer guaranteed.

South Africa are gearing up for a historic World Cup opener against Mexico, but concerns are mounting over the squad's physical profile. Lucky Baloyi has sounded the alarm, suggesting that Hugo Broos’ men may struggle against the more imposing nations on the global stage. Having been ranked as one of the shortest teams in the tournament, Bafana face a significant challenge in the air.

Kaizer Chiefs legend has broken his silence after being officially confirmed as the permanent head coach of the Rockets. Despite earlier indications that the club would seek a high-profile replacement with specific European qualifications, the chairman has performed a dramatic U-turn to back the local star.

The former Kaizer Chiefs defender has thrown his weight behind the current national team, insisting they have the quality to break their historic World Cup hoodoo. Speaking ahead of the 2026 tournament in North America, the retired center-back believes Hugo Broos' side is equipped to reach the knockout rounds for the first time in South African history.