Siyabonga Ngezana’s push to secure his place in Bafana Bafana’s World Cup squad has taken a major blow. The defender will undergo knee surgery after scans revealed a damaged meniscus, placing him in a tight race to recover before the global tournament. His Romanian club FCSB removed him from theirContinue Reading
A Symbolic Homecoming in the Capital The FIFA World Cup trophy arrived in Pretoria under clear skies, carrying the hopes of a football‑driven nation. President Cyril Ramaphosa and FIFA legend Marcel Desailly unveiled the iconic prize at the Union Buildings, igniting excitement across South Africa. The ceremony launched a three‑dayContinue Reading
Former Manchester United and France striker Louis Saha believes African nations are closer than ever to competing for the World Cup, but insists that success will only come with a stronger and more assertive mindset. His comments follow Bafana Bafana’s recent exit in the AFCON Round of 16, a reminderContinue Reading
Growing geopolitical tensions have reignited debate around the World Cup 2026, with German football executive Oke Göttlich urging Europe to openly discuss whether participation should be reconsidered. His concerns focus on the international conduct of U.S. President Donald Trump, raising broader questions about ethics, politics and football’s global responsibility. Göttlich,Continue Reading
Demand for 2026 World Cup seats has exploded, with FIFA confirming that the initial random‑draw ticket phase wrapped up on Tuesday after attracting more than half a billion requests. The expanded 48‑team tournament will unfold across 16 cities in the United States, Mexico and Canada from June 11 to JulyContinue Reading
Former Moroka Swallows and Richards Bay coach Brandon Truter has cast doubt on whether Hugo Broos is the right man to lead Bafana Bafana into the 2026 FIFA World Cup. South Africa’s AFCON run ended in the round of 16 after a 2–1 defeat to Cameroon, and Truter believes theContinue Reading
