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Ramoreboli joins Mosimane’s Bafana technical team

Morena Ramoreboli has been announced as the assistant coach in Pitso Mosimane’s new Bafana Bafana technical team. SAFA and the Botswana Football Association confirmed on Tuesday that Ramoreboli will leave his position with The Zebras to join Mosimane’s technical team ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. When Mosimane was unveiled as Bafana coach last week, he confirmed long-time lieutenants, Kabelo Rangoaga and Musi Matlaba, as members of […]

todaySeptember 8, 2026 22

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Da Cruz backs Petersen

Kaizer Chiefs head coach, Fernando da Cruz, has come out in defence of goalkeeper, Brandon Petersen, who has come under scrutiny in recent matches following costly errors. Petersen enjoyed a stellar campaign last season, keeping 15 clean sheets as Amakhosi finished in the top three of the Betway Premiership. However, the Chiefs skipper has endured a challenging start to the new season, with his last mistake allowing a soft goal […]

todaySeptember 2, 2026 181

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Sports Minister demands SAFA return R13m allocated for VAR

Sports Minister, Gayton Mackenzie, has demanded that the South African Football Association (SAFA) return the R13 million allocated towards the introductions of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in the Premier Soccer League (PSL).  "I wrote SAFA a letter where I said, 'Return my money'." Speaking at the SA Sport Awards at Sun City on Sunday, McKenzie expressed frustration over the lack of progress in introducing VAR to the PSL. McKenzie […]

todayAugust 24, 2026 75

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Broos closes Bafana chapter

The South African Football Association (SAFA) has confirmed the departure of Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos, after a 5-year stint with the national team. The Belgian leaves on a high after guiding Bafana to the World Cup knockout stages for the first time in the country's history at this year's FIFA World Cup. He also led Bafana to two Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifications, including a bronze-medal finish […]

todayJuly 31, 2026 72

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Ouaddou explains Pedersen signing

Orlando Pirates head coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou, says the club’s decision to sign Norwegian striker, Sebastian Pedersen, was motivated by the need to improve their conversion rate in front of goal. The 27-year old completed a surprise move to the Buccaneers from Norwegian second-tier outfit Sogndal IL, with the club announcing the signing on Sunday. Pedersen started the current Norwegian campaign in fine form, scoring eight goals in 14 matches before […]

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Mosimane opens up about Bafana job

Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly coach, Pitso Mosimane, has broken his silence on links to the Bafana Bafana job, confirming the South African Football Association (SAFA) has spoken to him. Current Bafana coach Hugo Broos’ contract expires at the end of July yet to clarify whether it intends renewing the Belgian's contract or appointing a new coach. Broos, who guided South Africa to back-to-back Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) […]

todayJuly 23, 2026 86

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Banyana settle in Morocco, focus on Tanzania

Banyana Banyana have settled in Casablanca, Morocco where they will compete in the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. South Africa have been drawn in Group B alongside Tanzania, Cote d’Ivoire and Burkina Faso. The tournament also offers a route to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil, with the four semi-finalists securing automatic qualification. Despite the stakes, striker Hilda Magaia, believes they cannot afford to think too far […]

todayJuly 21, 2026 48

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Komphela pays tribute to Jayden Adams

Mamelodi Sundowns senior coach, Steve Komphela, has paid an emotional tribute to the late Jayden Adams, describing him as a unique individual whose absence will leave a void that cannot be filled. The 25-year-old midfielder passed away last Saturday, with tributes continuing to pour in from across the football fraternity. Police have opened an inquest into his death, with the cause yet to be determined. Having worked closely with Adams […]

todayJuly 15, 2026 194

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Jordaan visits Adams family as tributes continue to pour in

South African Football Association (SAFA) President, Danny Jordaan has met with the family of Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder, Jayden Adams who died on Saturday in Cape Town. Adams, 25, was found dead at his home on Saturday morning. Police have launched an inquest into the circumstances surrounding his death. Tributes continue to pour in from across the football world following the passing of the much loved midfielder. Adams […]

todayJuly 13, 2026 90