The former PSL coach has offered his verdict on the national team’s goalkeeping debate ahead of the global showpiece, insisting there is very little to distinguish the leading contenders. The experienced tactician believes the race for the back up goalkeeper spots remains finely balanced, adding that the quality gap between the current Kaizer Chiefs and Siwelele goalkeepers is virtually non-existent.
The Buccaneers’ captain has paid a heartfelt tribute to the club’s devoted supporters following their historic Premier Soccer League title triumph. The Sea Robbers clinched the championship after a tense battle with Mamelodi Sundowns, capping off an incredible season that also saw them lift the MTN8 and Carling Knockout Cup. With the loyal fans backing the Mayfair-based side throughout, their unwavering support proved a major boost for the players on their way to a memorable campaign.
The Amakhosi youth academy graduate has opened up on the mixed emotions following his historic senior debut for the Glamour Boys. Despite etching his name into the record books as the youngest goalkeeper to feature for the Naturena-based side in the Premier Soccer League, the 18-year-old shot-stopper remains a true perfectionist at heart.
The Soweto giants have finally scaled the mountain top of South African football, ending the title drought that had lingered for over a decade. The Buccaneers clinched the Premier Soccer League crown with a solid win over Orbit College, with celebrations following at Mbombela Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
The Buccaneers' shot-stopper has solidified his place in the club’s history books after a magnificent season that saw the Sea Robbers end a long wait for league glory. Despite shattering records and playing a pivotal role in a historic treble success, the 29-year-old netminder remains grounded when his name is mentioned alongside the club’s greatest-ever icons.
South Africa legend has thrown his support behind the Orlando Pirates prodigy, backing him to step into a leading role for the national team on the world stage. The 21-year-old has enjoyed a breakout domestic season and is now being tipped as a key figure in Hugo Broos’ plans, with expectations growing that he could become a central presence in the senior setup.
Bafana Bafana captain is dreaming of more than just silverware as his side prepares for the Champions League final second leg against AS FAR. The Masandawana shotstopper believes a victory in Rabat would provide a much-needed emotional boost for the entire South African nation.
South Africa's head coach has admitted he is facing an agonizing week as he prepares to trim his selection down to a final 26-man squad for the upcoming tournament. He also travelled down memory lane to when he was first appointed and the nation's attitude to their team.
The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture is no stranger to controversy online, or in real life and his seemingly innocent message of support for Master Chef appears to have rubbed people the wrong way.
The Clarets boss has issued a rallying cry to his squad, including the South Africa international, as they prepare for the global showpiece. Despite a difficult domestic campaign for the EPL side, the coach is determined to ensure his international stars arrive at the tournament in peak condition.
A Buccaneers legend has launched a scathing attack on the Belgian tactician following the announcement of the preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The retired attacker believes the veteran coach has made several grave errors in his player assessments ahead of the global showpiece.
The 32-man extended South African FIFA World Cup squad was released by SAFA and it is fair to say there were mixed reactions to the list. Both inclusions and omissions caused a stir amongst fans who took to social media to express their hopes, dreams and criticisms of the assembled players who will carry the nations expectations into the global tournament.
The expanded squad will be whittled down to just 26 players when the South Africa coach announces his final list on May 27. Until then, the following players will attend a preparatory camp in Johannesburg, minus the Mamelodi Sundowns picks as they are playing in the CAF Champions League final second leg on Sunday.
Brian Gutierrez’s growing role, Raul Rangel’s No. 1 case, and Edson Alvarez’s fitness are among the key storylines as Mexico face Ghana in Puebla on Friday. GOAL looks at five keys to watch in El Tri’s first pre-World Cup friendly.
The Bafana Bafana international did not hold back in clarifying what the future would look like if it were entirely up to him, but the final decision rests with the Chloorkop hierarchy regarding his next step, as his loan spell edges towards its conclusion after a stellar campaign away from his parent club.
The 28-year-old defender has moved to clear the air regarding reports of his omission from South Africa's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad, blaming a breakdown in communication at his Romanian club FCSB for the confusion and handing Hugo Broos a significant boost by returning to action in Romania, proving his fitness just in time for the final selection process.
The Brazilians boss has thrown his full support behind his defender, insisting the 28-year-old is ready for the international stage. With coach Hugo Broos set to name his squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup next week, the timing of Cardoso’s endorsement could not be more significant.
South Africa's road to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations has been mapped out following the official qualifying draw. Bafana will have to navigate an interesting group if they are to secure their spot at the tournament hosted across East Africa.
The South African Football Association (SAFA) has begun the search for the 74-year-old Belgian's replacement but there is one candidate who has immediately refused to be considered. Despite his vast experience in South African football, the German coach believes an established tactician at international level should take the reigns.
Reports have emerged from the eastern European country where the 28-year-old is based that claim the centre-back has been cut from the Mzansi national team coach’s plans, missing out on the World Cup squad. Despite being a consistent performer in recent seasons, the defender finds himself on the outside looking in as South Africa prepares for the global showpiece.
Sekhukhune United forward Bradley Grobler is reportedly weighing up his future in professional football as persistent injury troubles take their toll. And, according to his father, he should not be in contention for a spot in Hugo Broos' Bafana Bafana squad even if he was 100% fit.
Amakhosi co-coach Cedric Kaze has thrown his weight behind his number one as the race for spots in the 2026 FIFA World Cup intensifies. The shot-stopper has transformed his fortunes this season, emerging as one of the most consistent performers in the Betway Premiership after another Man of the Match display against AmaZulu.
Nico Williams has received incredibly positive news regarding the hamstring injury sustained during Athletic Club's recent clash with Valencia. While initial fears suggested the winger could miss the upcoming World Cup, medical tests have confirmed he should be fit in time for the tournament in North America.
The 61-year-old is once again being heavily linked with a return to international management after he emerged as a top candidate for The Eagles. But having just acquired the status of Gauteng Development League team East Rand Athletic FC as part of his football academy project it appears 'Jingles' is more focused on producing future Bafana Bafana stars than coaching current internationals.
The Buccaneers forward has revealed that standing for the Soweto giants on the global stage is his ultimate ambition, as he aspires to secure a place with the All Whites for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 29-year-old, who joined the club in January, is hoping to carry his club domestic form into the international arena as his national team prepares for a challenging group stage in North America.
The celebrated South African tactician was tipped to get the coaching job in the West African country ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, things didn't work out as anticipated for the former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly coach who is currently unattached.
The Ghana international star Edwin Gyimah has successfully reclaimed his home after a harrowing period of homelessness. Despite the breakthrough, the veteran defender remains in a precarious position as he searches for a way to rebuild his career and support his family.
The West African nation are among the 10 teams that will represent the continent of Africa in the prestigious global competition to be played from June 11. Co-hosts Mexico will play South Africa's Bafana Bafana in the opening fixture in what will be a repeat of the 2010 edition that Mzansi hosted.
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