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Bafana Bafana are the darlings of the nation presently, but FIFA could kill our World Cup joy

Bafana Bafana have a great opportunity to lift the nation's spirits by qualifying for the 2026 FIFA tournament, but by playing an eligible player against Lesotho recently, those hopes could be dashed.

Daily News Opinion
Mervyn Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoHugo Broos’ Bafana have nation smiling again, but familiar incompetence continues to linger

Hugo Broos’ Bafana has brought smiles to the masses in South Africa again, and it really would be a travesty if incompetence is the reason they are not on a plane to the Fifa World Cup next year.

Sport Opinion
Zaahier Adams|Published

Bafana Bafana gear up for the 2026 FIFA world cup qualifiers

Bafana Bafana gear up for the 2026 FIFA world cup qualifiers, looking to play in the competition for the first time in 15 years having last played as hosts in 2010, missing the 2014, 2018 and 2022 editions.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Koketso Phasha|Published

Watch VideoHugo Broos backs Relebohile Mofokeng to rediscover his best form

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has back Relebohile Mofokeng to come good on his dip in form as they will soon turn their attention to the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Percy Tau returns as Hugo Broos clears the air with Jayden Adams

Bafana Bafana gear up for FIFA World Cup qualifiers with Hugo Broos announcing a strong 23-men squad to take on Lesotho and Benin in the next week and a half.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Watch VideoHugo Broos targets maximum points in upcoming Fifa World Cup qualifiers

Hugo Broos names a strong squad to take on Lesotho and Benin in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers starting next week. Bafana are seeking their first qualification since hosting the tournament in 2010.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Obakeng Meletse|Published

No surprises as Hugo Broos gives Thabo Moloisane the Bafana nod

THERE were no surprises in the Bafana Bafana 23-man squad for the two upcoming  Fifa World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin with Stellenbosch defender Thabo Moloisane getting a well-deserved nod.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Bafana Bafana's Hugo Broos highlights PSL growth, reflects on early shock at player fitness

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has lauded the significant improvement in the Premier Soccer League (PSL) since his arrival in South Africa in 2021 to take charge of the national team.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Kaizer Chiefs eye Bafana Bafana midfielder Luke Le Roux, amid Betway premiership struggles

Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly interested in signing Sweden-based midfielder Luke Le Roux to strengthen their squad in the January transfer window.

Sport Soccer PSL
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published