Banyana Banyana backed to reach Wafcon quarter-finals despite struggles

Banyana Banyana legends Portia Modise and Noko Matlou believe South Africa can still reach the quarter-finals of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations,...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 4

Claude Makelele says African football is ‘trending in the right direction' after World Cup progress

French football great Claude Makelele believes African football is moving forward after South Africa and several other nations made a strong...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 4

Wydad set strict conditions for Thembinkosi Lorch return

South African forward wants to return as Moroccan club outlines revised contract proposal Wydad Casablanca have opened discussions over a possible...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Raja turn to South African coach to resolve goalkeeping vacancy

Raja Club Athletic head coach Nasreddine Nabi is set to bring South African coach Wayne Sandilands into his technical staff as the club moves to...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Herentals Queens discover possible opponents in Champions League as COSAFA confirms draw procedure

Herentals Queens discover possible opponents in Champions League as COSAFA confirms draw procedure Herentals Queens have gained a clearer picture...
SOCCER24.CO.ZW Aug 3

Desiree Ellis says South Africa's Burkina Faso match is a ‘final'

South Africa coach Desiree Ellis has described her side's Women's Africa Cup of Nations meeting with Burkina Faso as “probably the final for us”,...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Swart urges South Africa to embrace pressure in decisive Burkina Faso clash

South Africa goalkeeper Kaylin Swart says her side are ready for a “real battle” against Burkina Faso as they fight to keep their Women's Africa...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

South Africa face Burkina Faso in ‘final’ for Women’s Africa Cup survival

South Africa manager Desiree Ellis has described her side’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Group B meeting with Burkina Faso as “probably the final”...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

South Africa face Burkina Faso ‘battle’ for Women’s Africa Cup of Nations knockout place

South Africa’s Banyana Banyana must beat Burkina Faso in their final Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Group B match to keep their hopes of reaching...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

Orlando Pirates striker Sebastian Pedersen to arrive in South Africa on Tuesday

Orlando Pirates' new striker Sebastian Pedersen is due to arrive in South Africa on Tuesday, beginning the next stage of his career after...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Springboks focused on Argentina Test and reject All Blacks ‘warm-up’ label

Springboks assistant coach Deon Davids says South Africa are treating Saturday’s Test against Argentina as a significant contest in its own right,...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

Wallace Sititi backs Paul de Villiers to make impact on All Blacks tour

All Blacks loose forward Wallace Sititi has identified South Africa flanker Paul de Villiers as a major threat during the Castle Double Malt...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

Kaizer Chiefs complete signing of Stellenbosch FC winger Langelihle Phili

Kaizer Chiefs have announced the signing of highly rated winger Langelihle Phili from Stellenbosch FC, bringing an extended pursuit of the...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Makhanya breaks into top 10 most expensive South African transfers

Bafana Bafana defender Olwethu Makhanya has moved into the top 10 most expensive transfers involving a South African player after joining Rangers...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Katsande targets South African coaching opportunities after completing CAF B course

Kaizer Chiefs legend Willard Katsande is upgrading his coaching qualifications with the South African Football Association (SAFA) and says he is...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Mamelodi Sundowns face punishing start to 2026-27 season

Mamelodi Sundowns face a demanding opening to the 2026-27 campaign, with a congested schedule potentially giving them seven matches in 22 days...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Banyana Banyana urged to defy poor preparation and reach Wafcon last eight

Banyana Banyana’s struggles at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) have been blamed on inadequate preparation and a lack of support from the...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

Banyana Banyana backed to reach Wafcon quarter-finals despite difficult campaign

Banyana Banyana legends Portia Modise and Noko Matlou believe South Africa can still reach the Women's Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals,...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

MTN8: Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns fixtures confirmed

Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns will be in MTN8 action next weekend, with the tournament holders beginning their title defence...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

MTN8 quarter-finals confirmed as Orlando Pirates begin historic title defence

Orlando Pirates will begin their defence of the MTN8 this weekend, with the quarter-finals scheduled for Saturday, 8 August and Sunday, 9 August as...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

Deon Botes banned for four years after nandrolone positive at Craven Week

Former Blue Bulls prop Deon Botes has been suspended for four years after testing positive for the prohibited anabolic steroid nandrolone during...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

Paarl Gimnasium remain South Africa’s top-ranked First XV after derby win

Paarl Gimnasium strengthened their position as South Africa’s number one-ranked First XV school with a 25-11 victory over Paarl Boys’ High in the...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

Cardoso sets Mamelodi Sundowns sights on complete domestic and continental campaign

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says his side are prepared to compete for every available honour as they begin their season against...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

Mamelodi Sundowns target all competitions as Cardoso demands winning start

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says his side are ready to compete for every available trophy this season as they prepare to begin their...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Kaizer Chiefs complete fifth signing with Stellenbosch winger Langelihle Phili

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the signing of Langelihle Phili from Stellenbosch FC, with the 21-year-old winger becoming the club’s fifth arrival of...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

VAR calls set to grow after disputed Richards Bay penalty decision

Calls for the introduction of video assistant referees in South African football are likely to intensify after a controversial penalty decision...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Cardoso says Sundowns found strength after Adams' death

Mamelodi Sundowns manager Miguel Cardoso says the club emerged stronger from an emotionally difficult pre-season following the tragic death of...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Mamelodi Sundowns boss Miguel Cardoso says side can challenge for every trophy

Mamelodi Sundowns manager Miguel Cardoso says his team are ready to compete on all fronts as they begin their season with an MTN8 quarter-final...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Thapelo Maseko faces race to secure European move before transfer windows close

Thapelo Maseko is running out of time to find a new club in Europe, with most transfer windows on the continent expected to close in about a month....
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Langelihle Phili joins Kaizer Chiefs from Stellenbosch FC

South Africa winger Langelihle Phili has joined Kaizer Chiefs from Stellenbosch FC, bringing the 21-year-old left winger to the club in a move...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

South Africa winger Langelihle Phili joins Kaizer Chiefs from Stellenbosch FC

Langelihle Phili, the 21-year-old South African left winger, has joined Kaizer Chiefs from Stellenbosch FC in a move between two Betway Premiership...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

CAF confirms November 8 date for 2026 Super Cup as Sundowns host USM Alger in Pretoria

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially confirmed that the 2026 CAF Super Cup will be played on 8 November 2026, with South...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

South Africa striker Mabasa makes free move to MAS Fes

South Africa centre-forward Tshegofatso Mabasa has joined Moroccan club MAS Fes on a free transfer from Orlando Pirates. The 29-year-old has signed...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

South Africa striker Tshegofatso Mabasa joins MAS Fes from Orlando Pirates

South African centre-forward Tshegofatso Mabasa has joined Moroccan club MAS Fes from Orlando Pirates on a free transfer. The 29-year-old has...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Hannover 96 linked with Stuttgart II right-back Christopher Olivier

Austrian-South African right-back Christopher Olivier is being linked with a move from Stuttgart II to Hannover 96, who play in Germany's 2....
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Hannover 96 consider move for Stuttgart II defender Christopher Olivier

Austrian-South African right-back Christopher Olivier is being linked with a move from Stuttgart II to Hannover 96. Olivier, 20, currently plays...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

Liverpool FC eye US retail empire to steal march on Premier League rivals

Liverpool FC are in talks to become the first Premier League football team to open a chain physical retail stores in the United States. The 20-time...
CITYAM.COM Aug 3

PSL confirm MTN8 quarter-final fixture details for Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns

In a statement released on Monday, the Premier Soccer League released the dates, kick-off times and venues for the MTN8 quarter-finals and...
GOAL.COM Aug 3

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso opens up on the club's 'emotional' pre-season - 'I think we ended the camp in the right spot'

The Tshwane giants' mentor has shed light on the emotional challenge his squad endured following the tragic passing of Jayden Adams during the...
GOAL.COM Aug 3

South African coaches' African success built on ‘hyper-competitive' league, says Wilken

South Africa's increasingly prominent coaching presence across African football is the result of years of intense competition in the domestic game,...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Darian Wilken on World Cup lessons, South Africa's coaching rise and Orlando Pirates insights

The Betway Premiership has returned, and Darian Wilken has offered a wide-ranging assessment of modern football, South Africa's growing coaching...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Marcel Dandjinou's long wait for Betway Premiership debut finally ends with Kruger United

Marcel Dandjinou's five-and-a-half-year wait to play in the Betway Premiership ended when he started in goal for Kruger United against Kaizer...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Springboks to name Argentina matchday squad on Tuesday

The Springboks will announce their 23-man team to face Argentina at 11:30am on Tuesday, before Saturday’s Test in Buenos Aires. Rassie Erasmus’...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

Mamelodi Sundowns' overseas camp helped squad grieve after Jayden Adams' death, says Miguel Cardoso

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says the club's overseas pre-season camp helped his players and staff come to terms with the death of...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

New Mamelodi Sundowns signing Antonio van Wyk reveals why he swapped Europe for Masandawana - 'It’s guaranteed that this team will win a trophy'

The CAF Champions League winners have bolstered their attacking ranks with the acquisition of the 24-year-old, who returns to South Africa after a...
GOAL.COM Aug 3

McKenzie praises South Africa’s 28-medal haul at Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has praised Team South Africa after the country won 28 medals at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

Cape Crusaders’ Cape Town Stadium conduct condemned after All Blacks welcome

The behaviour of a vocal section of South African All Blacks supporters at a public welcome event in Cape Town has been condemned as an ugly...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

Mamelodi Sundowns found emotional escape in Austria after Jayden Adams' death

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says the club's pre-season trip to Austria gave his players the space they needed to cope with the death of...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Peter Shalulile set to arrive in Dar es Salaam ahead of Yanga unveiling

Namibian striker Peter Shalulile is expected to arrive in Dar es Salaam today ahead of his official unveiling as the latest marquee signing of...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Kaizer Chiefs set to unveil Langelihle Phili after transfer deal with Stellenbosch FC

Kaizer Chiefs are expected to complete the signing of Langelihle Phili on Monday after the winger arrived in South Africa and the club moved into...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 3

Orlando Pirates target unprecedented fifth successive MTN8 title

The 2026/27 MTN8 begins this weekend, with Orlando Pirates starting their defence of the trophy as they attempt to become the first club to win the...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 3

MTN8 fixtures weekend, Orlando Pirates to make history?

The 2026/27 MTN8 officially gets underway this weekend as South Africa's top eight teams battle for the first piece of silverware of the new campaign.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Aug 3

Full List: Betway Premiership weekend results, 15 goals scored

The 2026/27 Betway Premiership roared into life with an action-packed opening weekend that delivered goals, late drama and several statement...
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Aug 3

Burkina Faso Women v South Africa Women: Match preview, team form and key statistics

Burkina Faso Women face South Africa Women on 4 August at 20:00 GMT, with both sides looking to respond after difficult recent results. Burkina...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

Glody Lilepo: Al-Ahly linked with Kaizer Chiefs winger

DR Congo winger Glody Lilepo is the subject of a transfer rumour linking him with Libyan Premier League club Al-Ahly, while he remains a Kaizer...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

Al-Ahly consider Kaizer Chiefs winger Glody Lilepo for Libya move

Democratic Republic of the Congo winger Glody Lilepo is being linked with a move from Kaizer Chiefs to Al-Ahly of Libya, with the rumour emerging...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 2

Burkina Faso W - South Africa W predictions

Burkina Faso W vs South Africa W prediction and preview for this Women's AFCON match on 04/08/2026 from our Football experts. Betting tips, lineup,...
SPORTYTRADER Aug 2

South Africa teenager Emile Witbooi linked with Bayern U19 switch

South Africa’s Emile Witbooi, currently with Cape Town City, has been linked with a move to FC Bayern U19. The 17-year-old attacking midfielder is...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 2

Emile Witbooi linked with Bayern Munich Under-19 move

South African teenager Emile Witbooi is being linked with a move from Cape Town City to Bayern Munich Under-19, with the German club's youth side...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

Van Wyk chose Mamelodi Sundowns after ending European spell

Antonio van Wyk says the prospect of winning major trophies persuaded him to leave Europe and return to South Africa with Mamelodi Sundowns. The...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 2

Cardoso: Mamelodi Sundowns ready to fight on all fronts

Mamelodi Sundowns have arrived back from their pre-season camp in Austria having been given permission to sit out the first week of Betway...
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Aug 2

South African winger Antonio Van Wyk explains why he left Europe for Mamelodi Sundowns

New Mamelodi Sundowns signing Antonio Van Wyk has opened up on the reasons behind his decision to leave European football and return to South...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

Bayern Munich hand invitation to Cape Town City youngster Emile Witbooi

German giants Bayern Munich have opened the door for highly rated South African youngster Emile Witbooi after extending an invitation to the Cape...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

Mabasa arrives in Morocco for Maghreb de Fes switch

South African striker Tshegofatso John Mabasa has arrived in Morocco to complete his move to Maghreb de Fes, with the club preparing to make him...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

Cape Town City target Europe move for Emile Witbooi despite Pirates and Sundowns interest

Cape Town City chairman John Comitis has poured cold water on speculation linking highly rated teenager Emile Witbooi with a move to either Orlando...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

Al Ahly among clubs given CAF first-round reprieve

Al Ahly are among six clubs expected to avoid the first preliminary round of the 2026-27 CAF Confederation Cup, while Mamelodi Sundowns, Esperance...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 2

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says squad must be reduced

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says the club must continue reducing its squad, despite already releasing 15 players, because 41 players are...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 2

Morocco Fasi close in on South African striker Tshegofatso John Mabasa

Morocco Fasi are close to completing their first foreign signing of the summer transfer window after South African striker Tshegofatso John Mabasa...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG Aug 2

Maghreb Fes prepare Mabasa medical after South African striker arrives in Morocco

Maghreb Fes are closing in on their first foreign signing of the summer transfer window after South African striker Tshegofatso John Mabasa arrived...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 2

Sofiane Benjdida's replacement arrives in Morocco

Maghreb de Fès edged closer to bolstering their ranks with their first foreign signing during the current summer transfer window, after South...
GOAL.COM Aug 2

McKenzie faces questions over estimated R31m FIFA World Cup delegation bill

The Democratic Alliance wants Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie to provide a full account of the South African government’s...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 2

South Africa land in Argentina ahead of Los Pumas Test

The Springboks have arrived in Argentina ahead of next weekend’s one-off Test against Los Pumas at Estadio Jose Amalfitani. Two travelling groups...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 2

Springboks arrive in Argentina ahead of Los Pumas clash

The Springboks have arrived in Buenos Aires ahead of next week's meeting with Los Pumas at Estadio Jose Amalfitani, with the squad set to return to...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

Tshegofatso Mabasa: South Africa forward linked with MAS Fes move

South African centre-forward Tshegofatso Mabasa, currently without a club, has been linked with a move to Moroccan side MAS Fes. The 29-year-old is...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

Tshegofatso Mabasa: South Africa striker linked with MAS Fes switch

South African centre-forward Tshegofatso Mabasa, currently without a club, has been linked with a move to Morocco’s MAS Fes. The proposed...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 2

Banyana Banyana's WAFCON quarter-final hopes rest on final-day results

Bongiwe Gamede says Banyana Banyana still believe they can reach the quarter-finals of the WAFCON in Morocco, although their progress now depends...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

Comrades Marathon votes to break from Athletics South Africa ahead of 100th race

The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) has voted to end its affiliation with KwaZulu-Natal Athletics (KZNA) and, in turn, separate itself from...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 2

Milford’s homegrown approach continues as Pupuma backs local talent

Milford owner-coach Xanti Pupuma says the club has not yet needed to recruit overseas players, with the newly promoted side committed to developing...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 2

Why Milford are sticking with South African talent in the Premiership

Milford owner-coach Xanti Pupuma says the club have not yet needed to sign foreign players because their existing squad is capable of competing in...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

Antonio van Wyk explains why he left European football for Mamelodi Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns' new signing Antonio van Wyk says he returned from European football because joining the reigning PSL champions gives him the...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

Chippa United target Power Dynamos defender Samuel Ayodeji Bamidele

Chippa United are interested in signing Nigerian centre-back Samuel Ayodeji Bamidele from Zambian club Power Dynamos. Bamidele, 27, is understood...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

George Lebese urges Kaizer Chiefs youngster Mfundo Vilakazi to follow Relebohile Mofokeng's path

Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder George Lebese hopes Mfundo Vilakazi will use Relebohile Mofokeng's move abroad as motivation to develop into a more...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2

Bundesliga giants could scupper Orlando Pirates transfer plan for Emile Witbooi - 'We’ve got an invitation for him to go to Bayern Munich'

The Buccaneers’ pursuit of the South African teen sensation has been complicated by interest from one of Europe’s biggest powerhouses. Cape Town...
GOAL.COM Aug 2

South Africa’s 4x100m relay team disqualified after Commonwealth Games final

South Africa’s hopes of finishing the 2026 Commonwealth Games athletics programme with a medal ended in disappointment when their men’s 4x100m...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Aug 2

Cassius Mailula tipped for Mamelodi Sundowns career revival as Lebohang Mokoena dismisses ‘nightmare’ European struggles

The Bafana Bafana star is closing in on a sensational return to Masandawana after a challenging period abroad that saw his progress stall in North...
GOAL.COM Aug 2

Romaric Dognimin Ouattara leaves Marumo Gallants for Stade dAbidjan

Former Marumo Gallants striker Romaric Dognimin Ouattara has ended his brief spell with the South African club by returning to Ivory Coast and...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Aug 2
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