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South African soccer has never had it so good

South Africa is entering a Golden Era as they prepare to participate in the 2025 AFCON and 2026 World Cup after a long barren spell of failures and disappointments. With Banyana Banyana and Amajita winning silverware, and Amajimbos showing promise and the PSL title race tightening up, it's easy to get excited about local soccer right now.

NIGHTMARE: Group of South African kids stranded in Spain after Donosti Cup - 'They still need help with food'

Parents and guardians of the stranded children say they contributed money that was supposed to cover flights, food, accommodation and transport.

Broos happy to have 'mature' Mbokazi but faults Pirates for denying him Afcon glory

The teenager has had a good season with the Buccaneers locally and internationally.

Ex-Safa TD reveals shocking salary Afcon-winning coach Mdaka gets - 'The respect is a big problem'

It has been alleged that local coaches are underpaid despite delivering for their respective teams.

Williams' replacement in Bafana identified! Chiefs hopeful tipped to shine for SA as 'he’s on Broos' radar'

With concerns raised about who will eventually become Bafana's goalkeeper post-Williams era, the keeper has been pointed out as an able replacement.

Message sent to Motaungs! Portugal-based keeper ready to solve Chiefs' goalkeeping problem

The award-winning custodian has been supporting the Glamour Boys and hopes he will soon turn out for them.

Broos challenges Amajita to step up & earn Bafana call-ups — ‘Everything starts now'

South Africa’s U20 team are African champions, and Hugo Broos says their journey can go further if they remain focused, grounded, and committed.

South Africa dominate U20 Afcon best XI as Smith scoops top award

This is another recognition for Amajita, who defied odds to beat the pre-tournament favourites and marked their first-ever youth continental triumph.

Gomolemo Kekana, Amajita vs Morocco, May 2025

CHAMPIONS! South Africa edge European-dominated Morocco team to clinch Afcon title

Mzansi were crowned African champions after beating their North African opponents in a tightly-contested match.

Tylon Smith, Jody Lee Ahshene & Lazola Maku, South Africa Under-20 vs Nigeria Under-20, May 2025

WATCH: KRC Genk target scores as SA reach Afcon final for the first time in 28 years after stunning Nigeria

For the first time since 1997, Amajita have reached the final of continent tournament after defeating record seven-time champions, Flying Eagles.

Two SA players attract interest from De Bruyne's former club after Amajita secure Fifa World Cup spot

The Mzansi youngsters have been doing well in the continental age group outing in Egypt which has attracted some top teams from Europe.

WATCH: SA qualify for the World Cup finals after DR Congo win & set-up Afcon semi-final clash against Nigeria

Mzansi fought hard for the slim win that saw them join Nigeria, Morocco, and Egypt in the semi-finals.

Kutlwano Letlhaku & Langelihle, Amajita vs Zambia, May 2025

WATCH: Chiefs & Sundowns stars combine brilliantly as SA frustrate Zambia to reach Afcon quarter-finals

Mzansi shot to the top of Group A despite failing to collect maximum points against their Cosafa rivals.

WATCH: Stylish South Africa thrash Sierra Leone to boost World Cup hopes

After handing the group leaders a heavy defeat, SA will now face their Cosafa rivals Zambia in the final group game.

WATCH: South Africa boost Fifa World Cup hopes with Afcon win over Tanzania

The Southern African side picked themselves from the defeat by hosts Egypt to record a win against the Ngorongoro Boys.

SA dealt a blow as Sundowns & Chiefs players withdraw from Afcon U20

After Egypt loss, the exit of Asekho Tiwani (injury) & Naledi Hlongwane (registration) leaves Mdaka’s Amajita depleted and starting on the back foot.

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Mfundo Vilakazi, South Africa U20, April 2025