The Glamour Boys have initially missed out on some top players who ended up joining their rivals in the South African Premier Soccer League. One has risen to the highest level, playing in the CAF Champions League, and is set to make the Bafana Bafana squad that will compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the next two months.
Tottenham legend Teddy Sheringham has expressed serious reservations about Roberto De Zerbi’s suitability for the club as they navigate a treacherous relegation battle. While admitting he admires the former Brighton boss, the iconic striker fears a clash of character could hinder the North London side's survival hopes.
FIFA has officially opened disciplinary proceedings against the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) following a wave of anti-Muslim chants during last Tuesday's international friendly against Egypt. The match, held at the RCDE Stadium in Barcelona, was marred by offensive chanting that has sparked national outrage and a police investigation.
In the absence of Brandon Petersen, the second-choice custodian has been trusted to undertake the goalkeeping duties. However, he has been under scrutiny, as some believe his performances are below par at times. Against the Mswenko Boys, he conceded a goal that increased the criticism directed at him.
Jonathan Rowe is quickly becoming the leading man at Bologna, but the London-born forward has his sights set on even loftier goals as the 2026 World Cup approaches. After finding his feet in Serie A under Vincenzo Italiano, the former Norwich City starlet is ready to use the European stage to prove he belongs in Thomas Tuchel’s England plans.
The former Orlando Pirates winger turned up for Al-Ettifaq training with an Amakhosi jersey, something that raised eyebrows owing to the rivalry between the two Soweto giants in South Africa. The Bafana Bafana international shone for the Buccaneers for a season before the Saudi Arabian Pro League outfit signed him at the beginning of the season.
Brazilian forward Neymar could take possession of the iconic youth training centre of Santos if they fail to settle a massive outstanding financial debt. Recent leaks show the club have put up their famed academy base as collateral to guarantee an R$90.5 million (£13m) debt owed to the superstar's company, raising serious concerns over the institution's future.
Vitinha has jumped to the defence of Ousmane Dembele after the winger’s explosive public criticism of his Paris Saint-Germain team-mates sparked internal debate earlier this season. The Portuguese midfielder insists that the 2025 Ballon d’Or winner was right to speak out and that reality check helped lift the squad.
