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Watch VideoParliament to scrutinise SAFA's governance and financial distress

With SAFA’s finances hanging by a thread, the committee’s upcoming meetings may hold the key to rescuing the future of football in South Africa.

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IOL Reporter|Published

Fuming MPs put SAFA through the wringer over Teboho Mokoena yellow card gaffe

The South African Football Association faced intense scrutiny from MPs following a yellow card oversight involving player Teboho Mokoena, raising questions about governance and accountability in football management

Sport Soccer Bafana
Herman Gibbs|Published

Watch Video'I never run away from accountability' - Gayton McKenzie defends absence from committee meetings

Minister Gayton McKenzie faces criticism for missing committee meetings and addressing issues on social media instead.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Watch VideoHugo Broos’ backup brigade: five players who must impress in Bafana Bafana friendlies

Bafana Bafana will take on Mozambique and Tanzania in friendly matches that will offer coach Hugo Broos to have a look at some of the fringe players with regulars from Mamelodi Sundowns missing

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Obakeng Meletse|Published

‘You call this leadership?’ DA MP Liam Jacobs grills SAFA president Danny Jordaan

Democratic Alliance’s (DA) member of the portfolio committee on Department of Sports, Arts and Culture, known for hard hitting questions, has grilled SAFA president Danny Jordaan on whether he is a responsible leader, over Jordaan’s high travel costs.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Bafana Bafana could still be punished for Teboho Mokoena yellow card blunder, portfolio committee told

Bafana Bafana's World Cup qualification hangs in the balance as Teboho Mokoena's yellow card oversight raises questions about SAFA's accountability during a recent portfolio committee meeting.

Sport Soccer
Lunga Biyela|Published

SASCOC president Barry Hendricks kicked out of committee meeting after refusing to apologise for remarks

SASCOC president Barry Hendricks was expelled from a parliamentary meeting after refusing to retract claims that committee members were using the session to boost online visibility.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Ellis demands more despite Banyana’s winning start in Tri-Nations series

Desiree Ellis has said that Banyana Banyana could have done better despite winning 3-2 against Botswana in the opening match of the tri-series that also features Zambia.

Sport Soccer
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Banyana Banyana survive Botswana scare in five-goal thriller

Banyana Banyana kicked off their Three Nations Challenge campaign with a hard-fought win against Botswana at the Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium on Wednesday.

Sport Soccer Banyana
Obakeng Meletse|Published

HONOR celebrates Amajita with R250,000 worth of 400 Lite devices to mark a proud moment for South African Football.

Celebrating Amajita's historic AFCON victory, HONOR empowers the U20 squad with R250,000 in 400 Lite devices, blending technology and sporting excellence.

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Football entities - especially SAFA - must be must support our clubs and national teams as they are flying the country's flag high

Club and national team football is putting the country on the map at the moment. Hence, Safa and the PSL must do their part, and cater for all their needs.

Sport Soccer Africa
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Matlou and Nyandeni bow out as legends after stellar Banyana careers

Banyana Banyana legends Noko Matlou and Nompumelelo Nyandeni left an enduring mark in women's football during their illustrious reins, and that's why they deserved the send-off in their last international matches.

Sport Soccer Banyana
Mihlali Baleka|Published

South African football takes major step toward VAR implementation

Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has released a tender for VAR implementation in South African football, with the technology expected to cost up to R80 million plus R70,000 per match. The tender includes equipment supply and comprehensive training programs for officials, marking a significant advancement for PSL and national team matches.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

South Africa set to implement VAR in the PSL, confirms sports minister Gayton McKenzie

Minister Gayton McKenzie confirms the introduction of VAR technology in South African football, promising improved decision-making and fairness in the Premier Soccer League

Sport Soccer
Smiso Msomi|Published

Watch VideoCoach Hugo Broos warning actually directed at SAFA: We must not do stupid things!

The Teboho Mokoena saga serves as a poignant reminder for SAFA to rise to the challenge and make a concerted effort to improve its operational frameworks and end administrative negligence.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Herman Gibbs|Published

Watch VideoHow the Springboks' jersey sponsorship deals stack up against Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates

Discover how the Springboks' jersey sponsorship deals have skyrocketed in value, surpassing the R200 million mark.

Sport Rugby
John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoHugo Broos is the chosen one, leading Bafana to the promised land of the FIFA World Cup

Under the leadership of Belgian coach Hugo Broos, Bafana Bafana is on the brink of qualifying for their third FIFA World Cup, revitalising South African football with a remarkable 19-match unbeaten streak and strong performances in their World Cup qualifying Group C.

Sport Soccer
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoMokoena card controversy: How SAFA's incompetence threatens South Africa's World Cup dreams

SAFA's administrative chaos has struck again, this time potentially costing Bafana Bafana crucial World Cup qualification points.

Sport Opinion
Lunga Biyela|Published

SAFA unable to pay staff as financial woes deepen

The South African Football Association (SAFA) has announced delays in salary payments for March due to financial difficulties, raising concerns among staff and players.

Sport Soccer
Thuthukani Mthembu|Published

Ashwin Trikamjee, 'a special human being'

Wherever Ashwin Trikamjee went, he gave off his best and made an impression on others with his humility and willingness to serve.

Daily News News
Mervyn Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoBafana Bafana have their fate in their hands: Five talking points ahead Lesotho and Benin

Bafana Bafana need maximum points in their upcoming fixtutres against Lesotho and Benin to keep their World Cup aspirations alive. Here are the five key talking points ahead of their clash against Lesotho and Benin

Sport Soccer Bafana
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Bafana Bafana 'B-team' a CHAN nightmare for the Pharaohs

Bafana Bafana's ragtag team were superb against hosts Egypt, where they played with aggression and purpose despite a hostile crowd and emerged 4-2 aggregate winners on Sunday night to advance to the final round of CHAN qualifiers.

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Herman Gibbs|Published

Watch VideoNo less than expected for Molefi Ntseki and Bafana in Chan romp over Egypt

Bafana advanced to the final qualifying stage for Chan 4-2 on aggregate after the sides drew 1-1 in Bloemfontein a week prior.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Michael Sherman|Published

Questions raised over SAFA's Under-17 national Team Selection in KwaZulu-Natal

Local football academies and clubs in KwaZulu-Natal are questioning the fairness of the under-17 national team selection process after an unofficial list revealed 16 out of 17 players were chosen from just two academies. The controversy has exposed apparent communication gaps between SAFA authorities and regional bodies

Sport Soccer Bafana
Smiso Msomi|Published