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Explained: Why ALL squad players must join World Cup pre-match anthems

FIFA has announced a significant protocol modification that will see every squad member take part in the pre-match national anthems at the upcoming World Cup. Moving away from traditional sporting custom, football's global governing body has mandated that both starting line-ups and substitutes congregate together on the pitch ahead of kick-off.

Gould tips Bafana to make WC history - 'I even see us going as far as the last 16'

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.

Appollis hailed after Pirates treble - 'His contribution has been incredible'

Attacking midfielder Andre De Jong has lauded the immense influence of the 24-year-old Bucs star following the club's historic treble-winning campaign. The Bafana Bafana international emerged as the talisman for the Sea Robbers, proving to be the difference-maker in a season that saw the Soweto giants dominate the domestic landscape.

Hugo Broos, Helman Mkhalele and Grant Johnson, Bafana Bafana

McCarthy slams Bafana World Cup prep

Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Fabian McCarthy has launched a scathing attack on the South African Football Association [SAFA] regarding their lack of foresight in planning for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The retired star believes the quality of opposition selected for SA's warm-up matches is insufficient for a global showpiece.

McCarthy weighs in on Broos’ WC snubs - 'You put pride & ego aside and reward people on merit'

The South Africa legend has hit out at the exclusion of Brandon Petersen and Gift Links from the Bafana Bafana squad for the upcoming World Cup. The former Premier Soccer League coach believes that performance on the pitch should always outweigh personal preferences when selecting a national team for the global showpiece.

Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Puso Dithejane Chicago Fire movie

WATCH: Mbokazi & Dithejane movie - On the Rise

The Major Soccer League club has released a short 23-minute film featuring their two South African players' journeys from Mzansi to The Windy City. The movie arrives on the back of the news that the 20-year-old defender has received the most votes of any player for the 2026 MLS All-Star Game and will be the second South African, after Doctor Khumalo in 1996, to take the field in the game.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Al-Hussein SC	27	19	5	3	70	17	53	62	W W D W W
2	Al-Faisaly	27	17	5	5	52	25	27	56	L W D W W
3	Al-Wehdat	27	16	6	5	45	19	26	54	W D D W W
4	Ramtha SC	27	13	9	5	40	26	14	48	W L W L W
5	Al-Salt	27	9	7	11	33	35	-2	34	D D W L W

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