End of an Era: Broos steps down as Bafana Bafana coach
CAPE TOWN – The South African Football Association (SAFA) has announced that Hugo Broos has stepped down as head coach of Bafana Bafana. Broos has been at the helm since May 2021 and under his…
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SAFA dismisses claims about coach Broos’ departure from Bafana
CAPE TOWN – The South African Football Association (SAFA) has dismissed claims that mentor Hugo Broos has left his role as the head coach of the South African senior men’s national team. Broos remains as…
Heartbreak for Bafana Bafana as Canada strike late to end historic World Cup run
South Africa’s remarkable FIFA World Cup journey came to a heartbreaking end after suffering a dramatic 1-0 defeat to Canada in their Round of 32 clash at Los Angeles Stadium on Sunday.
SAFA’s appeal against Zwane’s three-match suspension dismissed
CAPE TOWN – The South African Football Association’s (SAFA) appeal against Bafana Bafana midfielder Themba Zwane’s three-match suspension has been dismissed by the FIFA Disciplinary committee. Join The Athlete WhatsApp community on Inside Sport here…
Bafana’s Maseko: “We achieved something special”
South African football has a new landmark moment. Bafana Bafana defeated South Korea 1-0 to qualify for the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time in history. Thapelo Maseko’s winner capped a remarkable comeback story and ensured Hugo Broos’ side progressed to the Round of 32. Canada is next. The dream continues.
Maseko fires Bafana Bafana into history to reach FIFA World Cup last 32
South Africa produced a spirited display to defeat South Korea 1-0 in a must-win FIFA World Cup Group A clash at Monterrey Stadium in Mexico on Thursday, securing a historic place in the Round of 32 for the first time in the nation’s history.
Bafana Bafana back to work ahead of crucial South Korea showdown
CAPE TOWN – Bafana Bafana returned to their 2026 FIFA World Cup base camp in Pachuca, Mexico, on Friday and immediately hit the training fields at Universidad del Futbol. South Africa got down to business…
Mokoena rescues Bafana Bafana to earn crucial point against Czechia
South Africa kept their FIFA World Cup hopes alive after battling back to secure a 1-1 draw against Czech Republic in their Group A clash at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, on Thursday.
Bafana suffer defeat to Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
CAPE TOWN – Nine-man Bafana Bafana got their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on a disappointing note after a defeat to Mexico in the opening game of the tournament at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico…
BREAKING: History Made! Bafana Bafana Qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026
Bafana Bafana have officially booked their place at the FIFA World Cup 2026, marking a proud moment for South African football as the national team returns to the world’s biggest stage since 2010.