A Late Move To Calm Angry Supporters FIFA has finally blinked. After weeks of mounting criticism over the cost of attending the 2026 World Cup, football’s governing body has announced a new $60 Supporter Entry Tier ticket. It is the cheapest official option revealed so far for a tournament already being labelled the most expensive […]
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As Africa counts down to another Africa Cup of Nations, a familiar frustration has resurfaced. This time, it comes straight from inside the Bafana Bafana camp. Assistant coach Helman Mkhalele has publicly questioned FIFA’s decision to allow clubs to hold on to players until just six days before the start of AFCON. The tournament kicks […]
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African national teams were plunged into panic this week after FIFA unexpectedly reduced the mandatory player release period for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations. With the tournament in Morocco kicking off on 21 December, coaches say the late change has derailed months of planning and forced them into last minute reshuffles. A Decision That […]
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African football officials and supporters across the continent are expressing anger after FIFA approved a later release date for AFCON bound players, allowing clubs to hold onto their stars until 15 December. With the tournament in Morocco kicking off on 21 December, national teams say the decision throws weeks of planning into disarray. Why The […]
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The world is counting down to Friday’s 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, but instead of a simple celebration of football, the ceremony is being shaped by diplomatic tension, political theatre and intense logistical pressure on host cities. What should be a moment of unity has become a snapshot of the uneasy relationship between global […]
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The South African Football Association (SAFA) has made it clear that the country’s World Cup dream will not be derailed by any boardroom drama. With FIFA confirming its investigation into Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena’s eligibility, CEO Lydia Monyepao insists the real battle will be won on the pitch next month. FIFA Case Brings Uncertainty […]
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Afro-pop group Freshly Ground is demanding answers from FIFA and Sony on where the royalties for one of the most successful World Cup songs have gone. In 2010, the group collaborated with the Colombian singer Shakira to create one of the world’s most loved FIFA anthems, “Waka Waka,” which was the theme song for the […]
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Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine is on a quest to clear his name after a viral video circulating the internet landed the shot-stopper in hot water. The video making its rounds shows Sipho along with a few teammates in what appears to be the team’s dressing room making plans to get involved in sports betting. […]
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It is that time again for South Africans. The energy, love, and happiness that come with sports competitions are out of this world. The South African national soccer team popularly known as Bafana Bafana beat Morocco yesterday during the Africa Cup of Nations – AFCON- football competition. Sailing to the quarterfinals by a 2-0 win. […]
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Former Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales has been handed a three-year ban from all football-related activity following investigations that found that he breached Article 13 of FIFA’s Disciplinary Code. The article which deals with offensive behaviours and violations of the principles of fair play states that, anyone who violates the basic rules of decent […]
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