Shortly after news broke that the renowned coach was one of 80 applicants received by the South African Football Association (SAFA) for the soon-to-be vacant head coach role, he aired his views on South Africa's exit from the tournament on Smash Sports and broke down, in hindsight, what he would have done differently.
The defender has thrown his weight behind the national team head coach, calling on him to stay and lead South Africa into another chapter of their remarkable rise. Despite earlier indications that the global showpiece would mark his final assignment, the Belgian has earned the unwavering backing of the squad, who believe he can build on the foundations laid and drive the team to even greater heights on the continental stage.
Les Rouges coach has opened up on the tactical blueprint that allowed his team to neutralise Bafana Bafana's key threats during their narrow World Cup knockout victory. The co-hosts booked their place in the next round by stifling Bafana's creative hub in Los Angeles.
South Africa's head coach has offered a sobering assessment of the gap between domestic football and the global stage following his side's exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. While the nation celebrated a historic run to the knockout rounds, the Belgian tactician believes the defeat to Canada highlighted a significant disparity in quality that must be addressed at club level.
The South Africa midfielder has revealed the devastating atmosphere within the national team's camp following their exit from the global showpiece in North America. Their historic run was brought to a crushing end by Canada in the Round of 32, leaving Hugo Broos’ side to reflect on a missed opportunity.
Following the announcement of a move to an Iraq Stars League club, the South African football fraternity has expressed heartfelt messages for the fans' favourite, who was once expected to re-establish himself as one of the most talented and exciting players to watch. This came after he joined Orlando Pirates following a disappointing stint with Mamelodi Sundowns and a short loan spell at Sekhukhune United. However, his flair-filled return to prominence proved short-lived at the Soweto giants, where the 28-year-old struggled for consistent game time under Abdeslam Ouaddou.
The Chilli Boys once again defied the odds to retain their Premier Soccer League status, sealing survival with a crucial final-day win over the Soweto giants to avoid the relegation/promotion playoffs. In typical fashion, chairman Siviwe 'Chippa' Mpengesi made a daring late-season call by appointing Brandon Truter just a week before the decisive clash, a move that proved inspired as the Eastern Cape outfit completed another remarkable escape.
The renowned coach was recently linked with a return to North Africa with Pyramids FC but those reports may be wide of the mark as news has broken that Jingles is one of 80 applicants received by the South African Football Association (SAFA) for the soon-to-be vacant head coach role.
South African legend has hailed the leadership and longevity of the national team skipper as the goalkeeper nears a historic milestone. The Mamelodi Sundowns star is currently on the verge of overtaking Andre Arendse in the all-time appearance charts during Bafana's World Cup campaign.
Reflecting on his journey to the global stage, the versatile Mamelodi Sundowns star believes South Africa’s trademark fighting spirit could prove decisive when they step onto the pitch in Los Angeles. The 30-year-old left-back remains confident that Hugo Broos’ men are well-equipped to rise to the occasion and overcome the challenge ahead.
Masandawana chairman has opened up on the grueling nature of continental football after the Brazilians finally secured their second CAF Champions League star. Despite seeing their domestic dominance interrupted by Orlando Pirates, the Chloorkop chief insists that the unique demands of Africa make their recent triumph feel particularly special.
Downs' talisman could be the subject of one of the most surprising transfers in Southern African football history this winter. The veteran Namibian striker, who has carved his name into the record books in the Premier Soccer League, is the primary target for ambitious Zimbabwean champions.
The South African Football Association has expressed its heartfelt grief following the passing of Marianna Adams, the grandmother of Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder. The news comes at a bittersweet time for the national team as they celebrate a historic milestone on the global stage while supporting one of their own through a personal tragedy.
Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach is officially a free agent following his departure from Golden Arrows, and it appears the veteran tactician is already looking beyond South African borders for his next challenge. Despite leading the KZN outfit to a top-eight finish, Mngqithi’s contract was allowed to expire at the end of June, sparking immediate speculation regarding his future.
South African legend Doctor Khumalo has lauded the perseverance and resilience of the 22-year-old winger following his historic contribution at the global showpiece. The Mamelodi Sundowns star has completed a remarkable turnaround, going from the fringes of the national team to becoming one of the tournament's breakout heroes.
Downs' midfield lynchpin is at the centre of intense transfer speculation as his performances on the world stage attract heavy interest from abroad. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup in full swing, the Bafana Bafana sensation has been linked with a lucrative move to the Middle East.
Austrian Bundesliga outfit SV Ried have moved quickly to spend some of the record transfer fee they received after selling the 24-year-old winger to Mamelodi Sundowns. The club have announced South African midfield starlet Jaedin Rhodes has officially secured a move to Europe following an impressive individual campaign in the Motsepe Foundation Championship.
South Africa erupted in celebration after the team secured a historic 1-0 victory over South Korea to book their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32. The result marks the first time the nation has ever progressed beyond the group stages of the global showpiece, sparking high praise from one of the continent's greatest coaching minds.
Former goalkeeper Brian Baloyi has launched a stinging verbal attack on the Amakhosi former co-coach, labelling the Tunisian as being shallow during his tenure at Naturena. The exchange follows the coach’s public assessment that the current The Glamour Boys squad lacks the requisite quality to challenge heavyweights Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates.
South Africa's captain has led the tributes to the experienced coach after Bafana Bafana secured a monumental place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stages. The 36-year-old goalkeeper delivered an emotional message of thanks to the Belgian tactician following their historic victory over South Korea on Thursday.
Downs are leaving no stone unturned in their quest to restore their domestic dominance as they gear up for a high-intensity pre-season tour in Europe. The reigning continental champions have mapped out an ambitious schedule to ensure they are in peak condition for the 2026/27 season.
The 61-year-old South African coach could be set for a return to the Egyptian Premier League as reports link the tactician with one of the continent's most ambitious clubs. The former Al Ahly and Mamelodi Sundowns mentor has emerged as a frontrunner for a high-profile vacancy.
The future of the Bafana Bafana goalkeeper has become a major talking point in the Betway Premier Soccer League as the heavyweights of South African football begin to circle. After a standout campaign with Sekhukhune United, the shot-stopper has found himself linked with high-profile moves to the likes of Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates.
The Premier Soccer League coaching carousel has seen two announcements in a single day on Wednesday as former Kaizer Chiefs co-coach lands in Durban to replace the man who was officially announced by another KwaZulu Natal club from the self same city.
The South African national team captain has issued a defiant rallying cry ahead of Bafana’s high-stakes World Cup showdown against South Korea. With their tournament hopes hanging by a thread, the skipper insists that the team’s unique brotherhood and mental resilience will be the deciding factors in Monterrey.
South Africa find themselves at a crossroads in their global showpiece campaign as they prepare for a high-stakes final group-stage encounter with South Korea. After a disappointing opening loss to Mexico and a hard-fought draw against Czechia, the Mzansi side must find a clinical edge to secure their spot in the knockout rounds.
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