World Cup Surge: Bafana Bafana Jump 6 Places to Highest FIFA Ranking in Over a Decade
Following a historic run to the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, South Africa’s Bafana Bafana have officially climbed six places to 54th in the world in the latest FIFA Men’s World Rankings. The surge represents the national team’s highest global ranking in over ten years and firmly cements Hugo Broos’ side inside Africa’s top 10 nations. How...
Strategic Split: Rassie Erasmus to Leave Up to 16 Springboks at Home for Argentina Test
Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has confirmed a tactical split-squad strategy ahead of South Africa’s upcoming one-off Test against Argentina in Buenos Aires on 8 August 2026. To manage player workload and maximize preparation for the historic four-Test series against the All Blacks, the world champions will travel to South America with a streamlined 26-man squad, while 15 to 16...
Hometown Hero: Watch Somerset East Celebrate Jaco Williams’ Dream Springbok Debut
From the small Eastern Cape town of Somerset East to the international test arena, Jaco Williams has officially announced himself on the global stage. The 20-year-old rising star enjoyed a dream debut for the Springboks over the weekend, putting on a composed, high-impact performance that featured both a try and an assist. Williams was one of four new caps handed...
Massive Overhaul: Full List of Exits, 7 New Signings, and the Race to Replace Mofokeng
Orlando Pirates will look drastically different for the 2026/27 campaign. Following an action-packed transfer period in Spain and at home, the Buccaneers have completed a sweeping squad clearout—headlined by the high-profile exit of wonderkid Relebohile Mofokeng—while integrating fresh talent to defend their crown and fight for five trophies. The Great Clearout: 12 Confirmed Player Departures New head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou and...
Global Hegemony: South Africa Claims Historic Back-to-Back World Titles Across All Three Tiers
In what stands as one of the most remarkable eras in global sport, South African rugby is enjoying an unprecedented golden age. With the Springboks, the Blitzboks, and the Junior Springboks holding back-to-back world titles simultaneously across 15s, Sevens, and U20 rugby, the nation stands alone at the absolute pinnacle of international competition. The Three Pillars of Mzansi's World Supremacy 1. The...
Test of Strength: Orlando Pirates Expected XI to Face Saudi Giants Al-Ittihad
Orlando Pirates enter the third match of their five-game Spanish pre-season tour on Tuesday evening, taking on Saudi Pro League titans Al-Ittihad at the Marbella Football Center. Kickoff is set for 19:00 SAST. Following a 1-1 draw against Córdoba CF and a spirited 2-1 comeback victory over Cádiz CF, head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is expected to field a significantly stronger...
Kaizer Chiefs Agree Club-to-Club Fee to Sell 15-Goal Star Glody Lilepo
Kaizer Chiefs are closing in on a lucrative player sale after agreeing a transfer fee with Libyan powerhouse Al Ahly Benghazi for DR Congo international winger Glody Makabi Lilepo. The 28-year-old attacker looks set to bring his 18-month stay at Naturena to an end, having tallied an impressive 15 goals and 5 assists in 56 appearances across all competitions since...
SA Prodigy Shandre Campbell Completes Permanent Move to KV Kortrijk
South African winger Shandre Campbell has taken a major step toward securing regular European first-team football by signing a permanent four-year contract with KV Kortrijk, keeping him at the Guldensporenstadion until 2030. The 21-year-old former SuperSport United attacker completes a direct switch within Belgium after spending two seasons developing at Club Brugge. The Journey: From Club NXT Spotlight to Top-Flight Ambition After...
Eye on the R71M Prize: Chiefs Target Phili, Tau, and Mabasa to Fuel CAF Campaign
With the 2026/27 Betway Premiership season rapidly approaching, Kaizer Chiefs are far from finished in the transfer market. Having returned from their pre-season tour of Spain, head coach Fernando Da Cruz now has a clear picture of the reinforcements required to compete both domestically and on the continent. With up to R71 million in prize money on the line in...
“Don’t Chase Everyone Out”: Ex-Kaizer Chiefs Star Issues Fair Warning to New Coach
Former Kaizer Chiefs fan favourite Mandla Masango has offered a piece of crucial advice to new Amakhosi head coach Fernando Da Cruz: assess the current squad before ruthlessly swinging the transfer axe. Da Cruz, who officially took over the reins at Naturena following the departures of Khalil Ben Youssef and Cédric Kaze, is under immediate pressure to impress the Amakhosi...
