South Africa’s national football team, Bafana Bafana, has climbed to 54 in the latest FIFA world rankings, marking another significant milestone in the team’s resurgence under head coach Hugo Broos. The six-place jump follows the team’s impressive performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they reached the knockout stages for the first time in […]
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The South African Football Association (SAFA) president, Danny Jordaan, was visibly annoyed when reporters asked him about the future of Bafana Bafana’s head coach position. He also dispelled rumours of Hugo Broos’ one-year contract extension, calling the claims “nonsense.” Also see: SAFA dismissing reports of Hugo Broos’ contract extension confuses SA Hugo previously announced his retirement, […]
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The Bafana Bafana reign of Pitso Mosimane ended abruptly in 2012, but the coach who has applied to replace Hugo Broos is a very different proposition today. Also see: Fans reject Pitso Mosimane as Hugo Broos’ potential Bafana Bafana successor Pitso Mosimane after Bafana Bafana When Mosimane last coached Bafana Bafana, his reign ended dramatically, dismissed […]
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Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has given his stamp of approval to assist the men’s and women’s national hockey teams financially with R3 million as they prepare for the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup. Also see: Gayton McKenzie gets candid about personal spending during FIFA World Cup trip The Patriotic Alliance leader previously […]
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The South African Football Association (SAFA), with Danny Jordaan serving as president, has quashed claims of talks about a contract extension for Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos. This comes after SABC Sport reported that the Belgian leader was offered a one-year extension until after next year’s African Cup of Nations (AFCON), notes Soccermag. Also […]
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Hugo Broos has reportedly been offered a one-year extension to remain Bafana Bafana coach until after next year’s AFCON. Also see: Hugo Broos weighs future after Bafana Bafana’s World Cup elimination Broos’ current deal was set to expire this month, but the extension would see him continue building on a squad that reached the knockout stage […]
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Orlando Pirates are reportedly exploring a move for Stellenbosch FC goalkeeper Dublin Boon as they continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. The Buccaneers are believed to have opened discussions with Stellies over the highly rated shot-stopper, who has impressed with his performances and development. Also see: Orlando Pirates striker bids farewell to club Orlando Pirates eye goalkeeping […]
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South African sprint sensation Bayanda Walaza continued his remarkable rise on the international athletics circuit by clocking a sensational new personal best of 9.89 seconds to win the men’s 100 metres at the TIPOS meeting in Banská Bystrica, Slovakia. Also see: Bayanda Walaza storms to victory at Ostrava Golden Spike The 20-year-old produced the race of his career, […]
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Team doctor Clement Plaatjies helped save a fellow passenger’s life after a medical emergency forced the Junior Springboks’ flight back to Johannesburg on Monday. Also see: Junior Boks crowned back-to-back Junior World Championship victors Junior Boks doctor comes to the rescue The Junior Boks were travelling from OR Tambo International to Cape Town, after defending their Junior World Championship […]
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Bafana Bafana scripted history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, reaching the knockout stages to secure their highest-ever finish on football’s biggest stage. Also see: Bafana Bafana’s Top 5 2026 FIFA World Cup performers Bafana Bafana at the FIFA World Cup After a demoralising opening-day loss at the hands of co-hosts Mexico, South Africa managed to […]
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Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie addressed the backlash his department received over the approximately R31 million spent during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The scrutiny and asusmptions of him spending the millions on himself led the minister to reveal his own expenses, which totalled R1 058 379.75. Also see: Gayton McKenzie meets with […]
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South Africa has once again conquered the world of age-group rugby when the Junior Springboks were crowned Junior World Championship winners after a hard-fought 16-5 victory over France on Saturday, 18 July 2026. Displaying resilience, skill, and composure throughout the tournament, the Junior Boks once again proved why they are one of the brightest teams […]
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