Guinea’s preparations for their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers have been thrown into chaos following a public spat between head coach Paulo Duarte and the camp of captain Naby Keita. The former Liverpool midfielder was a shock omission from the latest squad, leading to explosive allegations regarding his commitment to the national team.
The shortlists for the 2026 CAF Awards have been officially unveiled, with South African football enjoying a significant presence across several prestigious categories. Mamelodi Sundowns have seen their continental dominance reflected in the nominations, while the South African national team has also been recognised for their impressive form on the international stage.
Former St. Louis City SC manager Bradley Carnell believes the centre back talent available to Pitso Mosimane is undeniable, but the challenge lies in instilling the legendary grit associated with past South African greats.
The South African national team has finally received their official prize money allocations from SAFA following their 2026 World Cup exploits. However, while the players have seen their bank balances rise, a significant cloud remains over unfulfilled promises and the distribution of funds to the technical staff.
Amakhosi are on the verge of securing a significant boost to their attacking department as they close in on the signing of a Bafana international. The 27-year-old winger has reportedly agreed to personal terms and is now expected to finalise his move to Naturena this week.
The Gers manager Derek McInnes has moved to defend his squad's psychological resilience following public criticism from defender Olwethu Makhanya. The South African centre-back raised concerns about the team's mental state after a recent Scottish Premiership fixture, prompting a swift rebuttal from his manager.
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