Page 26 – Soccer

Hugo Broos, coach of South Africa during the Bafana Bafana press conference at Southern Sun Hotel in Pretoria on 23 March 2026 ©Samuel ShivambuBackpagePix

Hugo Broos encouraged by Bafana Bafana showing ahead of Cape Town rematch

South Africa dominated large spells of the encounter but were made to pay for a lack of cutting edge in front of goal, along with a costly defensive lapse in the first half. It was Panama who struck first…

Missed chances cost Bafana Bafana in friendly draw with Panama

Hugo Broos' side controlled large periods of the encounter and consistently found space behind Panama's defence, yet a lack of clinical finishing proved costly. The result will be viewed as disappointing, particularly given that Panama sit 26 places higher…

Bafana Bafana vs Panama: Preview, kick-off time, betting odds & more

Bafana Bafana’s road to the global stage begins in earnest this week, as they gear up for the FIFA World Cup with an intriguing international friendly against Panama. The clash against Los Canaleros is set for Friday, 27…

International duo absent for Panama friendly, confirms Bafana coach Hugo Broos

Bafana coach Hugo Broos has confirmed recent reporting that Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Bongokuhle Hlongwane will be absent from Friday’s friendly with Panama.

Ronwen Williams during 2026 International Friendly South Africa Media Day at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on 26 March 2026 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

Unfazed: Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams Calm Under Pressure

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has welcomed the pressure that comes with performing in big games for his country.

Ime Okon of South Africa during the Bafana Bafana press conference at Southern Sun Hotel in Pretoria on 23 March 2026 ©Samuel ShivambuBackpagePix

Defender Ime Okon Relishes Special Bafana Moment Ahead of Panama Double-Header

The towering centre-back, who currently plays for Hannover 96 in Germany’s second tier, had been on the radar of head coach Hugo Broos for some time

Renaldo Leaner, Ime Okon of South Africa and Hugo Broos, coach of South Africa during the Bafana Bafana press conference at Southern Sun Hotel in Pretoria on 23 March 2026 ©Samuel ShivambuBackpagePix

“I will really observe every moment”– Broos lays down marker for Bafana stars

Bafana Bafana face central American country Panama in the first of two friendly matches during the international break at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Friday.

Relebohile Mofokeng Set for Central Role, Says Hugo Broos

Bafana coach Hugo Broos says Relebohile Mofokeng is most effective in a central position as he prepares his side to face Panama.

Tshegofatso Mabasa Determined to Chase Pirates Scoring Record, Says Agent

Tshegofatso Mabasa is determined to make a return to Orlando Pirates following the completion of his loan spell with Stellenbosch.

CAS confirm Senegal appeal lodged over AFCON final decision

The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has formally appealed against the Confederation of African Football (CAF) 's decision to strip them of the 2026 AFCON title and award it to Morocco. Confirming the development, CAS said in a statement: "The…

Renaldo Leaner of South Africa during the Bafana Bafana press conference at Southern Sun Hotel in Pretoria on 23 March 2026 ©Samuel ShivambuBackpagePix

“I Was Always Ready” –Sekhukhune United goalkeeper Renaldo Leaner on Bafana Call-Up

Sekhukhune goalkeeper Renaldo Leaner say’s he grateful for the opportunity to represent Bafana and will be ready to perform for his country if called upon.

Banyana Banyana to face former world champions Japan

Banyana Banyana are set to test themselves against former World Champions Japan as they continue to prepare for the rescheduled Africa Cup of Nations 2026. The South African senior women's national team will first meet the Japan women's national…