South African football legend Vuyo Mere has picked out three Premier Soccer League stars who are catching the eye ahead of the next national team camp. With the 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Guinea and Eritrea approaching, the former defender has highlighted the players he believes are showing the qualities needed at the international level under the newly appointed head coach.
The football’s governing body boss has come out firing, following his successful re-election as the President of the South African Football Association, claiming that his victory is a clear endorsement of his work. The veteran administrator faced a challenge from Sandile Zungu but emerged victorious at the elective congress in Midrand.
The 27-year-old forward’s future has become a major talking point following his recent departure from Tunisian giants Esperance de Tunis. The South African international is currently a free agent, with his availability sparking plenty of interest and talk of a potential return to the Premier Soccer League.
The 22-year-old centre-back has expressed his relief at the recent coaching change within the national team setup. The defender believes a fresh start under the South African tactician will finally allow him to showcase his abilities on the international stage after a frustrating period of stagnation.
Yanga head coach Manqoba Mngqithi has opened up on the profound impact Pitso Mosimane had on his tactical philosophy during their trophy-laden era at Mamelodi Sundowns. The former Masandawana assistant credited his old mentor for teaching him the necessity of prioritizing results over aesthetic appeal in elite competition, and believes "Jingles" appointment as South Africa coach is the right call by SAFA.
Former Bafana Head of Performance Analysis has sparked a major controversy following his departure from the national team setup. The technical specialist, who played a key role during South Africa's historic run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has publicly vented his frustrations regarding unpaid financial incentives and a lack of basic team apparel.
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