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Broos reveals fears he had over Themba Zwane - 'I thought his career was over'

The Masandawana skipper has battled serious injuries in the recent past, and given his advanced age, there were fears that he might not fully recover. The 36-year-old last played for the national team in 2024, and he has a chance of wearing the national team colours again this month. South Africa coach has expressed his delight that the playmaker is back after being sidelined for a very long time.

Broos blasts CAF over decision to declare Morocco 2025 AFCON champions

In a decision that shocked the world, the CAF Appeals Board awarded the 2025 finals' hosts the trophy. The decision divided the opinion right in the middle, with some arguing that the board followed what the law stipulates, while others say the interpretation of the provisions was wrong. One of those who have responded to the decision is the South Africa coach, who says the delay makes the whole process questionable.

Sipho Mbule, Thalente Mbatha and Relebohile Mofokeng, Bafana Bafana

Has Broos hinted Mbule is out of WC by making bold Rele declaration? 'He doesn't have qualities'

The Belgian recently confirmed his squad for the forthcoming international friendly outing in Durban and Cape Town. The fixture against Panama will be massive for the technical team in their bid to get a strong team to represent the country and Africa at large. Mexico, Canada, and the United States will co-host the Global competition.

Broos seeks ‘charter flight’ for World Cup campaign

The 73-year-old has already begun mapping out South Africa's journey to the 2026 global tournament with a series of logistical demands aimed at giving his side the best chance of success. The Belgian tactician is leaving nothing to chance as he looks to avoid the pitfalls of heavy travel schedules and high-altitude exhaustion in North America.

'Salute Sibisi's Sangoma for Bafana call up! Chaine will watch with Petersen, but Rayners has WC ticket'

South Africa are set for an international friendly game with the Canal Men in the next couple of days. The first game will be staged in Durban at the Moses Mabhida Stadium, while the second one will be at the DHL Stadium in Cape Town. Some top names were omitted from the team as Hugo Broos named his squad to kickstart preparations for the global competition.

McCarthy predicts how Bafana will perform in World Cup - 'We cannot go wrong with Pirates and Sundowns'

Although club football dominates headlines currently, South Africans are also looking ahead as Bafana are set to take part in the upcoming global bonanza. The Sea Robbers and Masandawana are in a tight battle to win the Premier Soccer League title, the same teams that are expected to contribute the majority of players to the national team.

'He still has a chance' - Snubbed Pirates star tipped to make Broos' Bafana World Cup squad

The Belgian tactician has named his preliminary squad ahead of the friendly games against Panama later in March. The games have been lined up as part of Bafana's preparations for the global football bonanza in the middle of this year. Already, the coach's preliminary squad has been analysed, and questions have arisen on who should be in and who does not deserve a place in it.

Grant Kekana, Marcelo Allende, Mamelodi Sundowns, Keabetswe Ramotsei, Chippa United, August 2025

Kekana prioritises Sundowns over national duty - ‘My primary focus is Mamelodi Sundowns’

The Masandawana defender has insisted that his omission from the Bafana squad in their past few camps is not a concern for him as he focuses on helping his club achieve its targets. The defender has developed into one of the most reliable figures in Miguel Cardoso’s set-up this season, battling back from an injury-hit spell to re-establish himself at the core of Sundowns’ defensive unit.

SA's chances of beating Mexico improved? Star potentially out of World Cup

The football lovers in the country are looking forward to the global competition that will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The tournament is scheduled to start on Thursday, June 11, and run until Sunday, July 19, where 48 teams around the globe are set to feature. Mzansi are among the nine nations that got a direct ticket after topping their respective qualifying groups.

Miguel Cardoso and Themba Zwane, Mamelodi Sundowns

Zwane and Sundowns players' return to Bafana excites Cardoso but 'let’s see what happens in the next months'

Players from Masandawana dominated the South Africa national football team squad at the 2023 AFCON tournament, forming the backbone of coach Hugo Broos’ side. However, the most recent national team selections have seen stars from Orlando Pirates making up the majority of the squad. Still, the Brazilians’ players are gradually forcing their way back into the national team fold as they continue to impress at the club level.

Ngezana's season takes another twist as FCSB part ways with coach

The Red and Blues announced the departure of their Cypriot manager, Elias Charalambous, who leaves after a highly successful stint at the Romanian giants that coincided with the arrival of the former Kaizer Chiefs defender. But now, with the current champions finishing seventh on the Superliga table and dropping into the relegation round of the split table and Ngezana struggling to recover from injury, the 28-year-old faces an uncertain future.

Bafana Bafana Hugo Broos AFCON exit video

Zwane makes Broos' squad but Lorch snubbed alongside Chiefs as Pirates dominate

In what could infuriate the Amakhosi fan base again, the national team head coach has not named a single player from the club. However, the Sea Robbers enjoy a high representation, followed by their close Premier Soccer League rivals, Mamelodi Sundowns. Thembinkosi Lorch, who has enjoyed an impressive run, has not been called up again.

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Iqraam Rayners, Mamelodi Sundowns vs Magesi FC, September 2025

Chiefs legend delivers crucial lessons for Bafana Bafana attackers ahead of WC

Over the years, some high-profile strikers have come out of Mzansi, but recently, the upcoming ones have struggled to reach the standards set by their predecessors. As Hugo Broos looks forward to naming his World Cup squad, he should be scratching his head on whether the available centre-forwards will deliver. Before then, though, a retired striker has shared lessons for the current crop.

'Hugely embarrassing and shameful' - SAFA NEC meeting erupts in violence

SAFA has been plunged into a fresh crisis after its first NEC meeting of the year erupted into physical violence. What was intended to be a high-level administrative gathering at SAFA House on Saturday quickly deteriorated as officials traded blows, overshadowing crucial discussions regarding the future of the national game.

Benni breaks Mzansi hearts after ruling himself out of SA job

The former Manchester United strikers' tactician has been doing quite well in his coaching career after hanging up his boots. The 48-year-old has been linked with the national team to take over from coach Hugo Broos after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada.

Ngezana injury saga drags on - 'What do we do, tie him to the bed?'

The former Amakhosi centre-back is in a race against time to recover from a knee injury and be fit for the global football tournament, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. Failure to recover fully would force South Africa’s coach Hugo Broos to rethink his defensive plans ahead of the global showpiece. It would mean searching for a replacement for the player he trusted during the 2025 AFCON finals.

Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Sipho Mbule and Sithole, Bafana Bafana

Bafana's World Cup kit revealed

The South African Football Association (SAFA) have officially pulled back the curtain on the new 2026/2027 home jersey by adidas. In a move that is sure to delight fans of a certain vintage, the new look for both Mzansi men's and women's national teams draws direct inspiration from the legendary 2010 World Cup kit.

Have SAFA hinted they want Broos to stay beyond the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

The 73-year-old tactician has been with the national team since 2021 and helped them to compete in two Africa Cup of Nations finals, winning a bronze in the 2023 edition before falling in the Round of 16 in the most recent one. However, the biggest achievement, arguably, was to help South Africa qualify for the global competition.

Panama friendly for Bafana lauded despite calls for stronger opponent

When the football association confirmed that South Africa will face the Central American side, questions were raised. Many wanted to see the national team face stronger sides, either from within Africa or from Europe. However, SAFA's decision to secure the friendly has continued to get support among known figures in the football circle.

SAFA reveals Bafana's WC training base as Broos terms Mexico game 'special'

After a disappointing campaign in the Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco, South Africa's focus is on the 2026 global football showpiece. Already, preparations have started in earnest as the football association has revealed the team's training base. The Belgian tactician has given reasons why the chosen training base will be the best for his players.

Vincent Tseka, Bafana Bafana, November 2025

Gauteng misses out as SAFA reveal venues for Bafana's World Cup friendlies

The South African Football Association (SAFA) have officially confirmed the dates and locations for their upcoming double-header in the March international break, and fans now know exactly where they can cheer on Hugo Broos’ men as they fine-tune their preparations for the upcoming quadrennial global tournament.

Threat to Mofokeng and Nkota? Bafana's Broos told to consider Chiefs product for WC

In what could be a challenge for established South Africa stars, the Belgian has been urged to pick up an Amakhosi academy product who has been doing well recently. Apart from the former Glamour Boy, the Mzansi coach has been encouraged to look at another PSL star who is yet to be exposed to international football. The global showpiece is fast approaching, and South African stars are doing their best to get the coach's attention.

Sipho Mbule, Orlando Pirates, December 2025

Is Mbule surplus to requirements at Bucs? Questions raised after no-show vs Downs

Before the Africa Cup of Nations finals, the 27-year-old was a prominent starter for the Soweto giants. However, since returning from Morocco, he has been a peripheral figure at a time when the Sea Robbers are hunting crucial points. His absence has raised numerous questions, and now a club legend has hinted there could be a problem between the midfielder and his coach.

McCarthy calls out Mourinho over 'very wrong' statement on Vinicius Jr's alleged racial abuse

A Champions League knockout phase play-off encounter in Lisbon between Benfica and Los Blancos had to take an unplanned 15-minute break. Reason? The Brazilian and Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni exchanged words, with the former alleging he was racially abused, delaying the match in the process. The 'Special One' has found himself on the receiving end of heavy criticism when he failed to condemn his player at the centre of the alleged racial abuse controversy.

Bafana or Sundowns? Mosimane reveals his choice amid Masandawana return rumours

The possible return of the experienced gaffer to Chloorkop has been quite a hot topic over the recent weeks. With Miguel Cardoso struggling to steady the ship, reports have linked the former Al Ahly tactician to his former club. The three-time CAF Champions League winner has responded to the rumours and revealed the team he would like to coach next.

Hugo Broos, Bafana Bafana, December 2025

Bafana's World Cup opponents secure international friendly match against Ivory Coast

South Africa return to the world stage at the global football competition, having last featured in the 2010 edition which they hosted. This time, they head to North America determined to make history beyond merely participating but progressing past the group stage for the first time in their history at the tournament.

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