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Do or Die: “The teams responded very positive” – Bafana boss Ntseki lauds Clubs as Six Fresh Faces Added Ahead of Decisive Malawi CHAN Qualifier
Coach Molefi Ntseki has received a significant boost ahead of South Africa’s crucial African Nations Championship (CHAN) second-leg qualifier against Malawi on Sunday, welcoming six new players into the national squad.
Bafana Bafana Ascend in FIFA Rankings Following World Cup Qualifier Success
The latest FIFA world rankings, released on Thursday, revealed that Bafana Bafana’s upward trajectory was not just on the pitch as they climbed one place on the rankings.
Reaction: “Now, we can even change players” – Broos sends message to Bafana Bafana
Hugo Broos has sent a firm reminder to his squad following their 2-0 victory over Benin in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
World Cup Qualifier: Bafana Bafana Strengthen World Cup Hopes with Win Over Benin
Bafana Bafana bolstered their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes with a crucial 2-0 victory over Benin, extending their lead at the top of Group C.
Benin vs Bafana Bafana: Kick-off time, betting odds, players to watch & more!
South Africa clash with surprise package Benin in the second of two crucial World Cup qualifiers at Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny in Côte d’Ivoire later this evening
Bafana Bafana: Broos Could Face Points Deduction Following Sundowns midfielder Ineligibility
Bafana Bafana: Broos Could Face Points Deduction Following Sundowns midfielder Ineligibility
Bafana Bafana may be at risk of a points deduction after fielding Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Teboho Mokoena in their 2-0 World Cup qualifying victory over Lesotho.
“We will do everything to win,” says Broos as Bafana Bafana aim for key World Cup qualifier victory
Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos, is confident in his team’s preparations for their upcoming match against Benin, describing the 2026 World Cup qualifier as a crucial opportunity to take a significant step toward securing their spot at the tournament.
Bafana boss Hugo Broos hails important victory against Lesotho
Bafana Bafana boss Hugo Broos was delighted to see his side record a convincing 2-0 win over Lesotho in their World Cup qualifier on Friday night.
Meshack Maphangule: Ndamulelo is on the right track to achieve great things
Meshack Maphangule was full of praise for younger brother Ndamulelo Maphangule, who made his Bafana debut in the 2-0 World Cup qualifying win over Lesotho.
Hugo Broos praises Relebohile Mokokeng after maiden Bafana goal
Hugo Broos praises Relebohile Mokokeng after maiden Bafana goal
Bafana Bafana on top of World Cup qualifying group after Lesotho victory
South Africa surged to the top of Group C in the CAF 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers with a 2-0 triumph over Lesotho at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Friday evening.
Bafana Bafana vs Lesotho: kick-off time, players to watch, betting odds & more!
South Africa will welcome Lesotho in their fifth match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers on Friday, 21 March in an effort to book a spot in the upcoming World Cup tournament before they travel to Ivory Coast to face Benin.
Ndamulelo Maphangule inspired by national team call-up
Ndamulelo Maphangule inspired by national team call-up
Thabo Moloisane believes his CAF experience has equipped him for Bafana
Stellenbosch defender Thabo Moloisane expects the experienced gained by playing in CAF Confederation Cup to help him on the international stage.
Hugo Broos unhappy with last-minute withdrawal of Patrick Maswanganyi from Bafana squad
Hugo Broos unhappy with last-minute withdrawal of Patrick Maswanganyi from Bafana squad
Bafana coach Hugo Broos clarifies Relebohile Mofokeng’s inclusion
Bafana coach Hugo Broos has defended his decision to include Orlando Pirates midfielder Relebohile Mofokeng in his latest national team squad.
Hugo Broos clarifies Kaizer Chiefs’ exclusion from the Bafana squad
Hugo Broos admits Kaizer Chiefs need to improve for their players to be rewarded with a place in his Bafana squad.
Hugo Broos concerned about the future of South African goalkeepers
In a bid to enhance the development of local goalkeepers, the Egyptian Football Association banned clubs from signing foreign goalkeepers in 2009. Bafana coach Hugo Broos has encouraged South Africa to be inspired by that approach to avoid a goalkeeping crisis for the national team in the near future.
Hugo Broos announces Bafana final 23-man squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has announced the final 23-member squad that for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers set to be played between 17 and 26 March.
Bafana Bafana defeat Egypt to advance in CHAN qualifiers
Bafana Bafana are bracing for a challenging African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifier against Egypt on Sunday evening in Ismaila.
The South African men’s national soccer team, known as Bafana Bafana (meaning “The Boys” in Zulu), represents South Africa in international soccer and is managed by the South African Football Association, the sport’s governing body in the country. Their home ground is the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg, and the team is a member of both FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Bafana Bafana is among the most popular national teams in Africa, distinguished by their traditional yellow and green kits.
The team played its inaugural match in 1906 but returned to the international scene in 1992 after a 16-year FIFA ban and 40 years of effective suspension due to apartheid. South Africa has qualified for the FIFA World Cup three times: in 1998, 2002, and 2010, when it became the first African nation to host the tournament.
Although they won their final group stage match against France 2–1, they did not advance past the first round, making them the first host nation in World Cup history to exit at this stage, a fate later matched by Qatar in 2022. As of February 15, 2024, South Africa ranks 10th in Africa (CAF) and 58th in FIFA.
The team’s most significant accomplishment occurred in 1996 when they hosted and won the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). They reached the final again in 1998 but were defeated by Egypt.
Prominent players in Bafana Bafana’s history include Benni McCarthy, the all-time top scorer with 31 goals, and Aaron Mokoena, who holds the record for the most caps with 107 appearances. Other notable players are Lucas Radebe, Doctor Khumalo, and Itumeleng Khune.