South Africa's head coach has offered clarity regarding the fitness of the Kaizer Chiefs playmaker after he reported for international duty with a lingering ankle complaint. Despite the injury concerns, the 32-year-old has joined the national team squad as they prepare for their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualification fixtures.
The Brazilians head coach has publicly declared his complete commitment to assisting "Jingles", as the legendary tactician begins his second spell in charge of the South African national team. The Portuguese manager emphasised that he is ready to provide any resources or information necessary to ensure the team thrives under its new leadership.
Rangers defender Olwethu Makhanya has shared his thoughts on the intense atmosphere of the Old Firm derby following another successful outing against Celtic. The South African international played a pivotal role as Derek McInnes' side secured a narrow 1-0 victory in the Scottish Premiership.
The South African tactician has strongly defended his decision to include the Mamelodi Sundowns captain in the latest squad, pointing to the veteran’s presence, experience and leadership qualities. Despite the 37-year-old struggling for regular minutes at club level, the national team coach believes his value extends well beyond what he can offer on the pitch.
The newly appointed coach's selection has come under fire following the inclusion of two controversial names for the upcoming AFCON qualifiers. Former Kaizer Chiefs winger Junior Khanye has voiced his confusion over the decision to call up players who are currently struggling for regular minutes or form at club level.
The 21-year-old Bafana Bafana midfielder is making waves on the global stage after a stunning start to life in Belgium with Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. The South African wonderkid has quickly adapted to European football, leaving his former mentor back home in awe of his rapid progression.
Amakhosi midfield maetrso has shared his immense pride after being named in Mosimane’s latest Bafana squad. The veteran playmaker is set to make a long-awaited return to the international stage following a period of sustained excellence at club level under the bright lights of Naturena.
The Syli National head coach is facing a significant selection crisis ahead of his side’s crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against South Africa. Several high-profile stars have reportedly turned down the opportunity to represent the team, leaving the Portuguese tactician frustrated as he prepares to travel to Soweto.
The Bafana Bafana playmaker netted his fourth goal for his Belgian club in his first ever match in European competition. On 17 minutes he showed his pace to latch onto a ball over the top and calmly slotted home the opener in a 3-0 win away from home against the Czech side.
Former Al Ahly mentor has provided a key update on the final piece of his technical team puzzle as he prepares for his first matches back in the national hot seat. While his core staff is already in place, the hunt for a new goalkeeper coach continues behind the scenes at SAFA House.
The South African tactician has laid down a marker regarding the future of the Royale Union Saint-Gilloise star, earmarking the sensation as a cornerstone of his national team blueprint. The former Al Ahly mentor appears ready to afford the 21-year-old a far more prominent role than Hugo Broos ever did, fast-tracking the youngster to spearhead Bafana's charge toward the 2030 World Cup.
The former Mamelodi Sundowns coach has come out firing in defense of his squad selection, particularly regarding the inclusion of an Orlando Pirates forward. The new Bafana head coach believes the striker has been unfairly treated by critics and deserves his place in the national setup.
The newly appointed head coach has sent a clear message to the national team dressing room by overhauling its leadership structure ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The former Mamelodi Sundowns tactician has confirmed he will move away from the traditional 'one captain' system in favour of a more dynamic approach.
The newly appointed South Africa coach had whittled down his initial 35-man selection to a core group of 30 who will do duty against Guinea on September 26 at home, Eritrea away on September 30 and against Egypt in an international friendly on October 4.
Former Brazilians defender Wayne Arendse believes the increasing number of South African internationals playing overseas will be a significant advantage for the new Bafana boss. As the legendary coach begins his second stint in charge of the national team, the shifting landscape of the national squad could provide the tactical edge needed to secure long-awaited silverware.
With the former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly coach hitting the ground running at Bafana, a handful of players are raising their hands to be considered for the squad in the near future. A Mamelodi Sundowns star and several Orlando Pirates players are amongst the names knocking hard on the door of the South African senior men's national team.
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.
Danny Jordaan has secured a fourth consecutive term as the President of the South African Football Association (SAFA) following a landslide victory at the elective congress in Midrand. The incumbent defeated challenger Sandile Zungu by 157 votes to 82, ensuring his leadership of the organization continues until at least 2030. Zungu was gracious in defeat whilst Jordaan immediately threw his weight behind the FIFA president's controversial FFE plan.
The former Orlando Pirates full-back's move to the Tshwane giants adds serious firepower to their defensive ranks. The arrival of the 29-year-old at Chloorkop hasn’t just bolstered Masandawana’s star-studded squad, but he is also tipped to challenge for a place in the national team setup.
The Masandawana winger has laid down a marker for his international ambitions, insisting he is prepared to put in the hard yards to earn a spot in the South African national team. The 22-year-old, who has impressed since his move from Golden Arrows, is eager to catch the eye of the newly appointed Bafana head coach.
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.
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