Guinea dealt major blow as Serhou Guirassy ruled out of Eritrea ties
Guinea will be without Serhou Guirassy for both of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Eritrea after the Borussia Dortmund...
Guinea dealt major blow as Serhou Guirassy ruled out of Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers
Guinea will be without leading scorer Serhou Guirassy for their Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying double-header against Eritrea. The Borussia...
Pitso Mosimane names South Africa squad for Kenya qualifiers
Pitso Mosimane has named his final South Africa squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with Mbekezeli Mbokazi returning and...
Guinea face Serhou Guirassy injury concern ahead of Eritrea double-header
Guinea have been handed a potential setback ahead of their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Eritrea, with star...
Pitso Mosimane names Bafana Bafana squad for Kenya AFCON qualifiers
Pitso Mosimane has finalised his Bafana Bafana squad for the two 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benni McCarthy's Kenya. South Africa...
Naby Keita adviser challenges Guinea boss Paulo Duarte over latest omission
Naby Keita's adviser has publicly challenged Guinea manager Paulo Duarte's explanation for leaving the midfielder out of the squad for the...
Guinea recall Diawara and Diakhaby for Eritrea qualifiers as Diakite is dropped
Guinea head coach Paulo Duarte has recalled Amadou Diawara and Mouctar Diakhaby for the country’s two upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations...
Guinea recall Diakhaby and Diawara for Eritrea qualifiers
Guinea manager Paulo Duarte has recalled Amadou Diawara and Mouctar Diakhaby for the squad's two Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers against...
Guinea name 26-man squad for Eritrea qualifiers as Naby Keita misses out
Guinea manager Paulo Duarte has named a 26-player squad for the two Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying matches against Eritrea on 12 and 16...
Guinea name 26-man squad for Eritrea qualifiers without Naby Keita
Guinea head coach Paulo Duarte has announced a 26-player squad for the country’s two 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Eritrea...
Mosimane recalls Mbokazi and Foster for South Africa's 2027 AFCON qualifiers
Pitso Mosimane has named a preliminary South Africa squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Kenya, with Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Lyle...
Mosimane backs tougher fixtures to lift Bafana Bafana up FIFA rankings
Pitso Mosimane says Bafana Bafana will continue to seek high-quality opposition as part of a strategy designed to improve their FIFA ranking....
Mosimane faces defensive selection dilemma as Bafana options expand
South Africa manager Pitso Mosimane is facing increasing competition for places at centre-back as a growing group of defenders push for selection...
Da Cruz calls for patience as Mosimane's Bafana Bafana settle in
Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando Da Cruz has urged supporters to give Pitso Mosimane time to develop his new-look Bafana Bafana side after watching the...
Naby Keita in contention for Guinea return ahead of AFCON qualifiers
Former Liverpool midfielder Naby Keita could return to the Guinea squad for next month’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Eritrea after...
Mosimane's Bafana Bafana revival built on continuity and squad depth
Lehlohonolo Majoro says Pitso Mosimane's decision to strengthen Bafana Bafana's existing squad, rather than rebuild it, has been central to the...
Kaizer Chiefs face uncertainty over Lebohang Maboe injury
Kaizer Chiefs are unsure when Lebohang Maboe will return after the midfielder withdrew from the latest Bafana Bafana squad with a thigh injury....
Benni McCarthy admits Kenya are unlikely to win Africa Cup of Nations
Kenya head coach Benni McCarthy says the Harambee Stars do not currently have the resources or squad strength to compete with Africa's leading...
Jordaan backs Mosimane to build stronger Bafana Bafana
Former defender Hilton Jordaan believes Pitso Mosimane can turn Bafana Bafana into a well-organised side, although he accepts the team still has...
South Africa climb six places to 48th in latest FIFA world rankings
South Africa have risen six places to 48th in the latest FIFA world rankings, their highest position since August 2011. Bafana Bafana's improvement...
Bafana Bafana officially climb to 48th in FIFA rankings
South Africa's rise into the FIFA top 50 has been officially confirmed, with Bafana Bafana moving six places to 48th in the latest rankings. The...
Phala backs Bafana's creative options despite Mofokeng absence
Former Bafana Bafana winger Thuso Phala believes South Africa have enough attacking playmakers to cope when Relebohile Mofokeng is unavailable,...
South Africa coach Pitso Mosimane fears Benni McCarthy's Kenya ahead of crucial AFCON qualifiers
South Africa coach Pitso Mosimane has warned that Bafana Bafana cannot expect an easy victory against Kenya despite their impressive results during...
Cardoso waits on late fitness verdicts for Sundowns trio before MTN8 final
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says late medical assessments will determine whether Aubrey Modiba, Bathusi Aubaas and Teboho Mokoena can...
Mosimane warns South Africa that McCarthy will make Kenya double-header difficult
Pitso Mosimane has warned South Africa they can expect a stern test from Benni McCarthy's Kenya in their upcoming double-header, despite Bafana...
Shikabala praises Mosimane after South Africa shock Egypt in Cairo
Former Egypt international Mahmoud “Shikabala” Hassan has praised Pitso Mosimane for his tactical approach after South Africa secured a 1-0 victory...
Mosimane’s Bafana Bafana return brings selection dilemmas and renewed confidence
South Africa completed a perfect international window with three victories under returning coach Pitso Mosimane, ending the period top of Group D...
Mosimane's Bafana Bafana earn three wins but face striker and defence decisions
Bafana Bafana completed a perfect international window with three victories, giving Pitso Mosimane a confident start to his second spell as South...
Pitso Mosimane hails Bafana Bafana youngsters after Egypt victory
Pitso Mosimane described his first international camp as a success after Bafana Bafana completed three consecutive victories and all 30 players in...
Shikabala praises Pitso Mosimane's bold changes after Bafana win in Cairo
Former Egypt international Mahmoud “Shikabala” Hassan has described Pitso Mosimane as “very smart” after the coach's changes helped South Africa...
Lyle Foster’s Bafana Bafana future uncertain after strong Mosimane start
Lyle Foster’s place in the South Africa squad is under scrutiny after he was omitted from Pitso Mosimane’s first three matches in charge. Bafana...
2027 AFCON Q: Asibwa warns Kenya over poor start under McCarthy
Former Kenya international Reginald Asibwa has raised concerns over the Harambee Stars’ poor start to their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying...
Bafana Bafana rise to 48th in FIFA rankings after perfect Mosimane return
Bafana Bafana have climbed to 48th in the FIFA World Rankings after winning all three matches during Pitso Mosimane’s first international break...
Mosimane hails Bafana Bafana's squad depth after Egypt victory
Pitso Mosimane praised the strength of his Bafana Bafana squad after a much-changed South Africa side defeated Egypt 1-0 in Sunday evening's...
Bafana Bafana move into FIFA's top 50 after Egypt victory
Pitso Mosimane's Bafana Bafana have climbed into the provisional FIFA top 50 after completing a third successive victory during the current...
Pitso Mosimane’s Bafana Bafana return begins with three straight wins
Pitso Mosimane has made an unbeaten and highly productive start to his second spell as South Africa manager, winning each of his first three...
Kenya has regressed under Benni McCarthy – Former Harambee Stars star Reginald Asibwa
Former Kenya international Reginald Asibwa has raised concerns about the Harambee Stars’ poor start to their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying...
Dithejane scores on debut as South Africa edge Egypt in Cairo
Puso Dithejane scored on his Bafana Bafana debut as South Africa secured a 1-0 friendly win over Egypt at Cairo International Stadium on Sunday....
Campbell and Dithejane combine as South Africa beat Egypt in Cairo
Shandre Campbell created the winning goal for Puso Dithejane as South Africa defeated Egypt 1-0 in Cairo on Sunday, giving Pitso Mosimane a winning...
Mamelodi Sundowns boosted by Teboho Mokoena and Aubrey Modiba injury updates
Mamelodi Sundowns have been handed a boost before their MTN8 final against Orlando Pirates, with Teboho Mokoena expected to recover in time for the...
South Africa's Okon relishing Egypt test in Cairo
South Africa defender Ime Okon says Bafana Bafana are looking forward to facing Egypt in Sunday's international friendly at the Cairo International...
Poggenpoel fulfils long-held Bafana Bafana ambition after debut
Durban City midfielder Brooklyn Poggenpoel says making his first appearance for Bafana Bafana was a proud moment for both him and his family after...
2027 AFCON Q : Okon says South Africa’s top-50 ranking has raised Bafana’s ambitions
South Africa defender Ime Okon says Bafana Bafana’s return to the FIFA rankings’ top 50 has given the squad extra motivation to continue improving....
Ime Okon: Bafana Bafana inspired by rise to 49th in FIFA rankings
Ime Okon says South Africa's rise into the FIFA rankings' top 50 has given Bafana Bafana extra motivation to continue improving. South Africa moved...
Ime Okon encouraged by South Africa's progress after strong run of results
South Africa defender Ime Okon says the country's national teams are moving in the right direction after a series of positive results across the...
Okon urges Bafana Bafana to build on return to FIFA top 50
Bafana Bafana defender Ime Okon says South Africa's rise to 49th in the FIFA rankings reflects the progress being made across the country's...
Egypt vs South Africa International Friendly: How to watch Bafana Bafana, kick-off time, venue, squad news, team form and predictions
GOAL brings you all the details on how to watch Bafana Bafana take on the Pharaohs at the Cairo International Stadium, Egypt. Both teams enter this...
Mofokeng urged to build on Bafana form by former youth coach
Relebohile Mofokeng's impressive performances in South Africa's recent 2027 AFCON qualifiers have prompted his former youth coach to call for more...
Mosimane set to hand Campbell and Dithejane chance against Egypt
Pitso Mosimane is expected to make sweeping changes for South Africa’s friendly against Egypt at Cairo International Stadium tonight (8pm), with...
Sundowns injuries raise suspicions among Pirates fans before MTN8 final
Several Mamelodi Sundowns players will miss South Africa’s match against Egypt, prompting Orlando Pirates supporters to question whether the timing...
Kabini says Mosimane has kept Broos' Bafana Bafana blueprint
Bafana Bafana defender Samukele Kabini says there is little difference between the approaches of Hugo Broos and Pitso Mosimane, with the new coach...
Chelsea will be keeping close eye on another Brighton prospect, his stats are dazzling
Chelsea could be set to raid Brighton once again as future south coast star Relebohile Mofokeng stars for South Africa.The Blues have made a habit...
Mosimane considers fresh faces for South Africa's Egypt friendly
Pitso Mosimane is expected to make changes to his South Africa squad when Bafana Bafana face Egypt in their final match of the international break...
South Africa v Egypt: Pitso Mosimane plans wholesale Bafana Bafana changes
Pitso Mosimane is expected to make sweeping changes to the Bafana Bafana side for Sunday's friendly against Egypt at the Cairo International...
Appollis praised after three-assist display in Bafana Bafana win
Orlando Pirates legend Steve Lekoelea has praised Oswin Appollis after the winger produced three assists in Bafana Bafana’s 5-0 victory over...
Pitso Mosimane to make sweeping changes for South Africa’s Egypt friendly
Pitso Mosimane says South Africa will make extensive changes for Sunday’s friendly against Egypt at Cairo International Stadium. The Bafana Bafana...
‘Every player should behave like Appollis’: Pirates legend praise Bafana star
Orlando Pirates legend Steve Lekoelea has praised Bafana Bafana winger Oswin Appollis for his performance against Eritrea.
Bafana Bafana's five-goal response earns praise from Motsoeneng
Former Premier Soccer League goalkeeper Tshepo Motsoeneng has praised Bafana Bafana's approach after their emphatic 5-0 win over Eritrea in the...
Five South Africa veterans face uncertain futures under coach Pitso Mosimane
Five experienced South African players could face uncertain international futures as Pitso Mosimane begins reshaping Bafana Bafana with a greater...
Mosimane welcomed back by Al Ahly as unbeaten Bafana Bafana prepare for Egypt friendly
Pitso Mosimane has received a warm welcome from former club Al Ahly after guiding Bafana Bafana to a perfect start in their Afcon qualifying...
Egypt dominate CAN 2027 qualifying XI as Relebohile Mofokeng earns 10/10
Egypt provide three players in the best XI from the second round of CAN 2027 qualifying, while Relebohile Mofokeng received the maximum rating of...
Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane issues qualification warning despite winning against Guinea and Eritrea - 'It will come to head-to-head'
The 62-year-old mentor has refused to let his side get carried away after their emphatic 5-0 demolition of Eritrea on Wednesday night. While the...
Mosimane warns Bafana Bafana they must hold on to top spot in AFCON qualifying
Pitso Mosimane has warned South Africa that their 5-0 victory over Eritrea is only the beginning of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualification...
Mosimane warns South Africa they have ‘long way’ to go despite Eritrea win
South Africa head coach Pitso Mosimane has warned his side they still have work to do to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations despite a...
Mosimane’s Bafana Bafana make flying start as attack delivers seven goals
Pitso Mosimane’s return as Bafana Bafana coach has begun with two wins and seven goals, but the team’s attacking progress will face a tougher...
Mofokeng stars as South Africa cruise past Eritrea in Cairo
Relebohile Mofokeng scored twice as South Africa cruised to a 5-0 victory over Eritrea in Cairo on Wednesday to make it six points from their...
Bafana Bafana legend Itumeleng Khune fires warning to Ronwen Williams despite 5-0 win - 'He’s overconfident'
Former South Africa number one has raised concerns over the national team captain's mindset following the recent victory against Eritrea. Despite...
Mosimane's Bafana Bafana return delivers six points and fresh optimism
Pitso Mosimane's return as South Africa coach has begun with two victories, seven goals and top spot in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying...
Mosimane’s Bafana Bafana return delivers two wins and fresh competition
Pitso Mosimane’s return as South Africa manager has begun with two victories, seven goals and a youthful squad that leaves Bafana Bafana top of...
Khune warns Williams against complacency after Bafana's 5-0 win
Former Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune has urged Ronwen Williams to avoid over-confidence after South Africa's 5-0 victory over Eritrea in...
Pitso Mosimane's Bafana Bafana shake-up: Five stars facing fight for South Africa return
Pitso Mosimane has wasted little time putting his stamp on the Bafana Bafana, winning his opening two matches and already showing signs of building...
Pitso Mosimane praises Oswin Appollis and Relebohile Mofokeng after emphatic Bafana win
Pitso Mosimane singled out Oswin Appollis and Relebohile Mofokeng for praise after South Africa's convincing 5-0 victory over Eritrea on Wednesday...
Mamelodi Sundowns face fitness race ahead of MTN8 final
Mamelodi Sundowns could be without three key players for the MTN8 final after injuries suffered by the Bafana Bafana squad during international...
Pitso Mosimane's Bafana Bafana return marked by 5-0 win over Eritrea
Bafana Bafana celebrated their 500th game since returning to international football with a 5-0 victory over Eritrea in Cairo, on a night that also...
Mofokeng stars as South Africa beat Eritrea 5-0 in AFCON qualifying
South Africa continued their impressive start to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a 5-0 victory over Eritrea in Cairo on...
Mofokeng's two-goal display gives Bafana Bafana fresh attacking edge
Relebohile Mofokeng delivered a composed, influential performance as Bafana Bafana beat Eritrea 5-0 in their second Afcon qualifier, underlining...
‘South Africa were too strong for us' – Eritrea coach Hesham Yakan
Eritrea coach Hesham Yakan has admitted that South Africa were simply too strong for his side after suffering a heavy 5-0 defeat in their 2027...
Lekoelea tells players to follow Appollis' example after Bafana Bafana display
Steve Lekoelea has urged footballers to emulate Oswin Appollis after the Bafana Bafana winger produced a three-assist performance in South Africa's...
Mosimane hails Poggenpoel after confident Bafana Bafana debut
Pitso Mosimane praised Brooklyn Poggenpoel after the midfielder made his senior international debut in Bafana Bafana's 5-0 win over Eritrea on...
Five key talking points from Bafana Bafana's perfect AFCON qualifying start
Bafana Bafana sit top of Group D after opening their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with victories over Guinea and Eritrea, giving...
Relebohile Mofokeng joins Bafana Bafana's recent brace scorers
Relebohile Mofokeng became the latest South Africa player to score twice in a match after helping Bafana Bafana beat Eritrea 5-0 in their 2027...
South Africa: Bafana's Seven-Goal Start Gives Pleased Pitso a Solid Platform to Build On
[Daily Maverick] Bafana Bafana began their quest to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations under Pitso Mosimane with a 2-1 win over Guinea and...
South Africa coach Pitso Mosimane celebrates Bafana Bafana's perfect AFCON qualifiers start
South Africa coach Pitso Mosimane has expressed his delight after Bafana Bafana continued their perfect start to the Africa Cup of Nations...
Mosimane’s youthful Bafana squad puts five established players’ futures in doubt
Pitso Mosimane has won his first two matches as Bafana Bafana coach, but the early success of his youthful squad could leave several experienced...
Mosimane gives Zwane World Cup redemption chance against Eritrea
Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane says restoring Themba “Mshishi” Zwane to the national team was important for the midfielder's confidence and...
Mosimane challenges Mofokeng to turn ‘God-given' talent into regular goals
Relebohile Mofokeng's two-goal performance against Eritrea has prompted Pitso Mosimane to call for more regular scoring from the South Africa...
Bafana Bafana stars Relebohile Mofokeng and Oswin Appollis hailed after thrashing Eritrea - 'That shows that the players are together'
Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach has heaped praise on his young attackers following a clinical performance that saw South Africa dismantle Eritrea in...
Pitso Mosimane to make special return to Al Ahly after Bafana's win over Eritrea
Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane is set to make a special return to former club Al Ahly on Thursday following South Africa’s emphatic 5-0...
Mosimane praises Appollis and Mofokeng after Bafana's 5-0 AFCON qualifying win
Pitso Mosimane praised Oswin Appollis and Relebohile Mofokeng after Bafana Bafana began their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with...