Sandile Zungu and Danny Jordaan have spent months campaigning for the presidency of the South African Football Association (SAFA) by slinging accusations at one another. And now, as the conference is set to kick off the organisation has released a statement alleging the campaigning has gone too far.
Bafana Bafana super fan Joy "Mama Joy" Chauke has broken her neutral stance to publicly throw her weight behind the incumbent South African Football Association president. Despite the South African National Supporters’ (SANASU) official position of non-alignment, the iconic supporter believes Jordaan remains the right man to lead South African football into the next international cycle.
Abafana Bes'thende tactician has issued a glowing endorsement of his squad’s international credentials, insisting that several of his players are ready to make the step up to the national team. While only one Arrows star made the cut for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, the tactician believes it is only a matter of time before more of his charges catch the eye of national team boss Pitso Mosimane.
Bafana Bafana legend Shaun Bartlett believes the 21-year-old is destined for bigger things despite only recently making the move to Europe. The youngster has already made an impression in the Belgian Pro League since swapping Orlando Pirates for Royale Union Saint-Gilloise.
The Pyramids FC head coach has reacted to the news of “Jingles” taking over the South African national team. The former Mamelodi Sundowns tactician expressed his desire to reunite with his compatriot when Bafana Bafana travel to Egypt for an upcoming international fixture.
SAFA presidential candidate Sandile Zungu has pledged to fast-track the implementation of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology if he is elected to lead the federation. Speaking ahead of the upcoming elective congress, the ambitious administrator highlighted the critical need for technological assistance to eliminate questionable officiating in the local game.
Sandile Zungu has sensationally threatened to fire any South African Football Association officials responsible for the delay in paying Bafana Bafana their World Cup bonuses. The presidential challenger, who is looking to unseat Danny Jordaan, described the ongoing situation as a total embarrassment for the nation's football governing body.
The South African Football Association presidential challenger has launched a scathing attack on the governing body's leadership, alleging widespread electoral fraud and systematic attempts to destabilise regions. Speaking ahead of the upcoming elective congress, the businessman claimed that illegitimate tactics are being used to ensure incumbent Danny Jordaan retains his position.
The South African sensation has wasted no time making his mark in Europe, announcing himself with two goals for his new side. His clinical display proved decisive as the Danish giants dismantled Odense Boldklub in emphatic style, with the commanding victory sending them soaring to the summit of the league table.
The race for the SAFA presidency has taken another twist as influential former players and veterans have thrown their weight behind the new candidate. In a significant blow to the incumbent the South African Masters and Legends Football Association (SAMLFA) has officially endorsed AmaZulu owner Sandile Zungu to lead the nation's football governing body ahead of the elective conference on September 12.
The Glamour Boys’ hopes of ending their long Premier Soccer League title drought remain alive despite the injury setbacks currently affecting the squad. With the club's hierarchy making it clear that competing for silverware is the target, former Amakhosi attacker Dennis Vukubi believes there are enough positive signs at Naturena to suggest the Soweto giants’ ambitions are within reach.
The upcoming South African Football Association (SAFA) elections have come under intense scrutiny as concerns grow regarding the lack of active player involvement. While the battle for the presidency intensifies between the incumbent and his challenger, questions are being asked about who truly holds a seat at the table for those on the pitch.
Bolton Wanderers left back Max Conway has opened the door for a future with Bafana Bafana, revealing a deep-seated desire to represent the South African national team. The 23-year-old defender, who has become a staple for the Trotters in the English Championship, is eligible to play for the 1996 African champions through his grandmother.
The newly appointed South Africa coach had little time to consider his options after his delayed appointment but on Friday he named is first extended squad list for the upcoming AFCON qualifiers against Guinea on September 26 at home, before they meet Eritrea away on September 30, with a friendly against Egypt awaiting in Cairo on October 4.
The South African football legend has thrown his weight behind the new national team coach and insisted that any local coach of Mosimane's calibre deserves financial parity with their European counterparts.
The battle for the leadership of South African football has taken a toxic turn as the elective congress approaches. Allegations of sabotage of the regional voting process are now being levelled against the current administration at SAFA House.
The SAFA boss has wasted no time in turning up the heat on South Africa's new coach following his high-profile return to the national team dugout. The association chief has effectively handed the legendary tactician a 'must-win' mandate ahead of his first competitive fixture back in charge of the national team.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has sensationally announced his retirement from international football, citing a breakdown in his relationship with the Gabonese authorities. The veteran striker revealed he felt 'humiliated' by the treatment he received following the nation's disappointing showing at the recent Africa Cup of Nations.
Reports emerging on Wednesday afternoon suggest the Burnley striker is edging closer to a surprise switch to Major League Soccer, with new suitors in the United States closing in on a potential loan agreement for the South African international.