Malisheva Overview

South Africa’s Sports Minister has addressed the growing controversy surrounding expenditure related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As public scrutiny intensifies over government spending, the minister has moved to clarify the specific nature of these costs and why they were necessary for the nation's global standing.

The 2026 World Cup is over, and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. With the expanded 48-nation tournament coming to a close, following a month of thrilling action in North America, which star has taken home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL lists the tournament's most prolific performers.

The South Africa coach has spoken with Belgian media and confirmed that his record-breaking tenure as the team’s boss has come to an end following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. But the 74-year-old did, once again, express his hope that he could still be involved in some sort of part time capacity with the national team.

Bafana Bafana captain has praised the impact of Maseko’s move to Cyprus, suggesting the switch was vital in rediscovering the winger’s best form. The 22-year-old emerged as a key figure for South Africa during their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.