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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's World Cup dreams threatened: Mokoena yellow card controversy explained

South Africa's World Cup qualification campaign faces a major setback as FIFA regulations could see Bafana Bafana stripped of crucial points. Star midfielder Teboho Mokoena played against Lesotho despite being ineligible due to accumulated yellow cards, potentially costing the team their Group C lead and endangering their path to the 2026 tournament.

Sport Soccer
Smiso Msomi|Published

Hugo Broos: It will be a disaster if Bafana Bafana don’t win crucial Lesotho World Cup qualifier

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos emphasises the critical nature of Friday's FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho, warning that anything less than victory would be 'disastrous' for South Africa's 2026 World Cup campaign.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Matshelane Mamabolo|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

Underdog Lesotho pose potential threat to Bafana’s World Cup dreams

South Africa’s national team Bafana Bafana face an unexpectedly challenging World Cup qualifier against Lesotho, who have proven themselves capable of surprising results against major teams. Despite being underdogs, Lesotho’s recent away performances suggest they shouldn't be underestimated in Friday’s clash at Peter Mokaba Stadium.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Matshelane Mamabolo|Published