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How to mentally prepare for the FIFA World Cup

The FIFA World Cup is one of the most thrilling sporting spectacles globally, drawing immense attention and excitement. To truly enjoy and perform your best—whether as a fan or participant—mental preparation is key. Here’s a guide to help you get in the right mindset for this extraordinary event. Also see: Caring for your mental health […]

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Bafana Bafana announces 32-man FIFA World Cup squad

After years of rebuilding, near misses and patient progress under Hugo Broos, South Africa is finally preparing for football’s biggest stage again. Bafana Bafana’s preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially been revealed, with the Belgian coach naming a 32-player group ahead of the country’s long-awaited return to the global tournament for […]

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16 Days left until the FIFA World Cup kicks off

With just 16 days to go, the countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Canada, Mexico, and the USA is well and truly on. Every day between now and the big kick-off on June 11, the countdown continues. The most anticipated sporting event will be broadcast live on various international TV channels to ensure […]

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Orlando Pirates dominate final PSL monthly awards

After their historic league triumph over the weekend, Orlando Pirates have dominated the final Betway Premiership monthly awards for May, with head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou and goalkeeper Sipho Chaine walking away with the top accolades. The Premier Soccer League (PSL) confirmed the final batch of winners for the 2025/26 season on Monday, selected by an […]

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Orlando Pirates crowned Betway Champions

After a 14-year title drought, Orlando Pirates were crowned Betway Premiership champions after securing a 2-0 victory over Orbit College at the Mbombela Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Buccaneers finished one point ahead of runners-up Mamelodi Sundowns, ending a 14-year league title drought. The Soweto giants claimed their fifth PSL Premiership title. 𝐏𝐈𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐀𝐑𝐄 #𝐁𝐄𝐓𝐖𝐀𝐘𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐌 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 🏴‍☠️🏆 They […]

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Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta celebrates Premier League win with sons

Arsenal lifted the Premier League trophy after celebrating their first game as champions with a 2-1 win against Crystal Palace yesterday. The team’s coach, Mikel Arteta, celebrated the monumental moment with his sons. Arteta’s team clinched their first English title for 22 years on Tuesday when second-placed Manchester City drew at Bournemouth. Noni Madueke scored […]

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SA rugby prop, Ox Nché, a Profmed professional thriving under pressure

Rugby prop Retshegofaditswe “Ox” Nché has joined Profmed as a member, linking one of South Africa’s most recognisable rugby players with a community built around professional excellence. Best known for his role in the Springbok front row, Nché has earned his reputation under pressure, in moments where matches are decided in inches. A Rugby World […]

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Ronaldo wins first Saudi Pro League title as Al-Nassr beat Damac

Last night was a major night for the Al Nassr Saudi club as it clinched its 11th Saudi League title, but first since Ronaldo. Al Nassr finished two points ahead of rivals Al Hilal to clinch the crown on the last matchday of the season. Having missed the chance to wrap up the domestic championship last week following a […]

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World Cup news: South African squad predictions

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has repeatedly noted that he has a strong sense of who will make up the majority of his 23-26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, Canada and the USA. But has he decided yet? No, and with just a few weeks before the World Cup begins, […]

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Last match for Orlando Pirates this upcoming weekend

After Orlando Pirates’ 0-0 home draw with Durban City, Pirates head into their final game of the Betway Premiership season with a visit to Orbit College at Mbombela Stadium this Saturday, needing a win to seal their first title in 14 years. The current defending champions, Mamelodi Sundowns, finished their league season early, having accumulated 68 points from 30 games with a goal difference of +36. Also […]

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Pep Guardiola to leave Manchester City

Pep Guardiola is projected to leave Manchester City after 10 years with the team. As he wrapped up his 20th trophy of the decade when he lifted a third FA Cup at Wembley Stadium this past weekend, Guardiola has just two games remaining as Manchester City boss. Also see: Man City keeps the pressure on Arsenal as title […]

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