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The South African Football Association (SAFA) is reportedly on the brink of bankruptcy, which could lead to salary cuts for high earners, including Bafana Bafana’s head coach, Hugo Broos. The association has proposed salary reductions ranging from 5% to 25% for these individuals. Mxolisi Sibam, the chairperson of SAFA’s finance committee, said that the association’s…
Despite being touted as being AI-generated, Minister of Sport Gayton McKenzie and Bafana Bafana have both reacted to a viral video of Georgian soccer star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia claiming he has South African roots, which qualify him to play for the country at the FIFA World Cup The player – who is signed to Paris Saint-Germain…
Former Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane joined the wave of celebration after Bafana Bafana’s qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Fifteen years after last appearing on the global stage, and 23 years since earning qualification through competition, Mzansi’s pride is back among the world’s elite. PITSO MOSIMANE PROUD OF BAFANA BAFANA Thalente Mbatha’s early…
South Africa thrashed Rwanda 3-0 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier at the Mbombela Stadium on Tuesday night to book their ticket to next year’s global showpiece. The result saw Bafana Bafana qualify for the tournament in Canada, Mexico and the USA as Group C winners. Free Spins, Flights, and Bets on Betway Post-match,…
Bafana Bafana have qualified for the FIFA World Cup following their convincing 3-0 win over Rwanda at the Mbombela Stadium on Tuesday evening. Hugo Broos‘ men came into the match needing a win and hoping that results elsewhere would go their way. Just a few minutes after kick-off, Nigeria took the lead at home against…
Bafana Bafana’s hopes of qualifying for the FIFA World Cup hang in the threat following their goalless draw against Zimbabwe at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Friday evening. Hugo Broos’ men played their worst match in three years as they struggled to beat a 10-man Zimbabwean side. From the first whistle, the Warriors made life…
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has defended his decision to call up striker Evidence Makgopa to the national team. The 25-year-old Orlando Pirates striker replaced Mamelodi Sundowns forward Iqraam Rayners on Tuesday. Despite Makgopa scoring just once this season, the Belgian-coach explained why “Ngwana Sesi” got the selection. Makgopa has been part of the…
Sekhukhune United striker Bradley Grobler has opened up about his Bafana Bafana snub. The 37-year-old veteran striker has scored eight goals already this season across all competitions; however, he was not part of Hugo Broos’ 45-man Bafana squad. The prolific striker has not played for the national team in over five years, and it was…
Bafana Bafana were docked points for fielding an ineligible player during their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho. Teboho Mokoena of South Africa was meant to serve a one-match suspension in that match, which Bafana won 2-0; however, he featured, which then saw FIFA get involved. In their ruling, FIFA overturned Bafana’s win, and…
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos was full of praise for Mbekezeli Mbokazi following his performance against Nigeria. Bafana were held to a 1-1 draw in Bloemfontein in a FIFA World Cup qualifier match, but it was the 19-year-old defender who stole the show. Against imposing Super Eagles defenders, the Pirates captain held his own…