AmaZulu FC goalkeeper Darren Johnson has been ruled out of contention for Bafana Bafana ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a long-term injury. The 29-year-old shot-stopper had been pushing for a place in Hugo Broos’ squad following a string of impressive performances for Usuthu this season. However,
Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso admits his side have only themselves to blame after dropping crucial points at home to Stellenbosch FC on Wednesday night, missing the chance to return to the top of the Betway Premiership table. Masandawana looked on course for victory after Katlego Ntsabeleng handed them
Nine law enforcement officers will appear in the Johannesburg Magistrates on Friday following their arrests in various places in Gauteng by the Serious Corruption Investigation based in Johannesburg in the early hours of the morning of Thursday. The suspects will be facing charges of corruption, extortion and trespassing.
Lyle Foster has suffered heartbreak after Burnley FC were relegated from the English Premier League with four matches still to play. Burnley’s fate was sealed on Wednesday night following a 1-0 defeat to Manchester City FC at Turf Moor, with Erling Haaland netting the decisive goal that confirmed their drop
Ernst Middendorp has opened up on his often-scrutinised relationship with the late Kaizer Chiefs fan favourite Emmanuel “Scara” Ngobese. The German coach has explained why he sometimes had to bench the gifted attacker, saying it was for the good of the team. Middendorp, who has had two spells at Naturena
With the shadow of Pitso Mosimane looming large in recent months, Miguel Cardoso has opened up on how he managed to rise above the pressure at Mamelodi Sundowns. The Portuguese mentor faced mounting scrutiny during a difficult spell earlier in the season. Calls for his dismissal grew louder as some
Cristiano Ronaldo could be on the brink of making football history once again — only this time alongside his son Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. Reports emerging from Saudi Arabia suggest that Al Nassr are seriously considering promoting 15-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo Jr to the senior team next season in a move that
Manqoba Mngqithi has raised concerns about Bafana Bafana’s defensive stability ahead of their return to the FIFA World Cup, despite praising the progress made under head coach Hugo Broos. Broos has guided South Africa back to the global stage for the first time since 2002, while also leading the team
Ernst Middendorp has opened up on his often-scrutinised relationship with the late Kaizer Chiefs fan favourite Emmanuel “Scara” Ngobese. The German coach has explained why he sometimes had to bench the gifted attacker, saying it was for the good of the team. Middendorp, who has had two spells at Naturena
Nhlanhla “Kilimanjaro” Tyira is officially back on the path to global boxing glory. Ground Up Sports Promotion has confirmed that Tyira will challenge the undefeated Nhlakanipho Kunene (8-0) for the vacant IBO World Minimumweight Title. The high-stakes showdown is set for 23 May 2026 at the iconic Jan Smuts Stadium
