Co-hosts Mexico and South Africa open the 2026 World Cup in front of what is expected to be a record television audience at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City on Thursday.
Lyle Foster missed a penalty as World Cup-bound South Africa were held to a disappointing 0-0 draw by lowly Nicaragua in their friendly international in Johannesburg on Friday.
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has explained the selection of uncapped defenders Olwethu Makhanya and Bradley Cross in his 2026 World Cup squad.
South Africa named uncapped defenders Olwethu Makhanya and Bradley Cross in their final squad for the 2026 World Cup on Wednesday, while there is also a place for 36-year-old playmaker Themba Zwane.
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has named his preliminary squad for the 2026 World Cup, with a few potential names from out of the blue who could make the final list, including a Kaizer Chiefs defende…
Puso Dithejane made his first start for Chicago Fire as they secured a 5-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City, but there were no minutes for Mbekezeli Mbokazi this weekend.
