South Africa coach Hugo Broos said he will take no notice of the ‘trash’ criticism he has faced as Bafana Bafana try to get their World Cup back on track against the Czech Republic on Thursday. Broos’ side were reduced to nine men in losing the tournament opener 2-0 to co-hosts Mexico, but have time […]
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Themba Zwane’s World Cup has suffered a fresh blow after FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee extended his suspension to more than one match following his red card against Mexico. Also see: AfricaPicks unites fans through sport, community & education Themba Zwane’s ban extended The sanction, imposed for a breach under Article 14 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code covering […]
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After red cards to Themba Zwane and Sphephelo Sithole, Bafana’s midfield selection is wide open ahead of their clash with Czechia. Also see: AfricaPicks unites fans through sport, community & education Who will fill in Bafana’s midfield? Bafana’s head coach, Hugo Broos, has a major selection headache in the middle of the park. Teboho Mokoena, Jayden […]
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Argentinian football legend Lionel Messi made history with three goals against Algeria, but Argentina’s captain may have been lucky to stay on the pitch after a controversial challenge in the first half. Also see: AfricaPicks unites fans through sport, community & education A potential red card for Lionel Messi Messi caught Algerian central defender Aissa Mandi with […]
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South African sprint sensation Bayanda Walaza announced his return to his winning ways with a commanding victory in the men’s 100 metres at the prestigious Ostrava Golden Spike meeting in Czechia last night. Also see: South Africa tops the medal table at the African Athletics Championships Bayanda Walaza claims victory The 20-year-old rising star produced […]
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Argentina began their defence of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a stunning hat-trick from superstar Lionel Messi as the team defeated Algeria 3-0 in Kansas City, United States of America. Also see: Bafana vs Mexico, the biggest World Cup opener since 2010 Argentina’s Lionel Messi stuns at World Cup The legend Messi scored in […]
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With more than five million fans expected to travel to the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, knowing which stadiums to avoid could make the difference between a memorable trip and a miserable one. Also see: AfricaPicks unites fans through sport, community & education Ticketing experts SeatPick analysed all 11 US host venues across seven cost […]
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The weight of the World Cup proved too heavy for a Bafana Bafana side stepping onto the biggest stage for the first time, according to former captain Bongani Khumalo. Also see: AfricaPicks unites fans through sport, community & education South Africa went down 2-0 to Mexico at the Estadio Azteca, finishing with nine men after red […]
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Bafana Bafana will look to bounce back and reignite their FIFA World Cup campaign when they take on Czechia on Thursday, 18 June 2026, in a pivotal Group A clash in Atlanta, United States. Also see: South African sports media group expands with three digital brand acquisitions 🇿🇦 Next match loading… ⌛️ ⚽ Czechia vs […]
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With South Africa gripped by World Cup fever, even the Springboks could not resist getting in on the action. Originally published on SoccerMag Picture: Sourced/X Also see: SA rugby prop, Ox Nché, a Profmed professional thriving under pressure Be the first to know – Join our WhatsApp channel for content worth tapping into. Click here to join!
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This year’s Comrades Marathon set off at 5am on Sunday with a field of over 21,000 runners ready to take over the world’s oldest and largest ultramarathon, passing under the arch in a blur of lights and colour to the spine-tingling notes of ‘Chariots of Fire.’ Also see: 2026 Comrades Marathon: Everything you need to know […]
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The Azteca drew 80,824 fans, the largest World Cup opening match crowd since South Africa hosted Mexico at Soccer City 16 years ago. Also see: Pics: Vino Snap captures Bafana Legends’ rematch with Mexico South Africa’s 2-0 defeat to Mexico at the Estadio Azteca drew the largest attendance of the 2026 World Cup’s opening weekend – […]
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