Hope, Pressure and Possibility: The emotional weight of the World Cup draw across Africa
The countdown to Friday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup draw in Washington has stirred a charged mix of hope and tension...
South Africa
Hannover 96 defender Ime Okon left out of South Africa’s squad for AFCON despite recent commitment
South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has left out Nigerian-born defender Ime Okon from his final squad for the 2025...
Pitso Mosimane gave me confidence to play – Al Ahly star Taher Mohamed
Al Ahly winger Taher Mohamed has credited former coach Pitso Mosimane with instilling the confidence that helped him flourish during...
I almost joined Al Ahly – South African and MC Alger coach Rulani Mokwena reveals
MC Alger head coach Rulani Mokwena has revealed that he came close to taking the reins at Egyptian giants Al...
All nine African countries qualified to compete at 2026 FIFA World Cup
Africa’s lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature some of the top stars on the continent, with nine...
Orlando Pirates to end year atop South African Premiership as Mamelodi Sundowns falter at Siwelele
Orlando Pirates will end 2025 at the top of the South African Premiership after 10-man Mamelodi Sundowns were held to...
Mamelodi Sundowns defender Aubrey Modiba target victory against Siwelele FC
Mamelodi Sundowns defender Aubrey Modiba has set sights on securing maximum points against Siwelele FC in the South African Premiership....
Ex-Sundowns captain Hlompho Kekana questions Iqraam Rayners’ omission from Bafana Bafana’s final AFCON squad
Former Mamelodi Sundowns captain Hlompho Kekana has expressed surprise at the exclusion of Iqraam Rayners from Bafana Bafana’s final 25-man...
Chicago Fire coach Gregg Berhalter backs Mbekezeli Mbokazi to excel at club
Chicago Fire FC Director of Football and Head Coach Gregg Berhalter has expressed strong confidence in newly signed Orlando Pirates...
South African defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi over the moon after completing Chicago Fire move
Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi says he is thrilled to begin a new chapter in Major League Soccer after sealing...
International Friendly: Morocco Women suffer 2-0 defeat to South Africa
Morocco’s women’s national team fell 2-0 to South Africa in an international friendly at the newly renovated Adrar Stadium in...
South African defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi completes long-term move to Chicago Fire
Mbekezeli Mbokazi has completed a permanent transfer from Orlando Pirates to Chicago Fire, with the Major League Soccer side confirming...
German gaffer Ernst Middendorp linked with vacant Durban City coaching job
German tactician Ernst Middendorp has emerged as a potential candidate for the vacant managerial role at South African side, Durban...
FIFA sets new date for clubs to release players for AFCON 2025
FIFA has moved back the deadline for clubs to release players ahead of this winter’s Africa Cup of Nations, giving...
Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker bemoans dreadful officiating in CAF Confederation Cup clash
Head coach of Stellenbosch FC, Steve Barker, has expressed his displeasure about officiating in their CAF Confederation Cup clash against...
South African outfit Durban City part ways with coach Gavin Hunt after four months spell
South African outfit Durban City have announced the immediate departure of head coach Gavin Hunt after just four month spell...
Durban City coach Gavin Hunt tips Orlando Pirates to win South African Premiership title
Orlando Pirates have received backing from Durban City manager Gavin Hunt to win the 2025/26 South African Premiership title at...
2025 AFCON: Hugo Broos announces final South Africa squad for tournament
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has unveiled his final squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in...
Kaizer Chiefs coach Cedric Kaze provides positive injury update on Gaston Sirino
Interim Kaizer Chiefs manager Cedric Kaze has provided a positive injury update on midfielder Gaston Sirino, downplaying the severity of...
Hannover defender Ime Okon reaffirms commitment to South Africa amid Nigeria nationality switch links
Hannover 96 defender Ime Okon has reaffirmed commitment to the South African national team, ending speculation about a possible Nigeria...