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AFCON 2025: Bafana Bafana edge Zimbabwe to reach knockout rounds
Bafana Bafana booked their spot in the knockout stages of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Zimbabwe in their final Group B clash at Marrakesh Stadium last night.

AFCON 2025: Bafana Bafana boss Hugo Broos plays down importance of unbeaten run ahead of Egypt test
Hugo Broos says it’s important that Bafana don’t get carried away with their unbeaten run of 27 matches as they bid to win their second AFCON title.

Hugo Broos expects more from Bafana after narrow Ghana victory
Bafana coach Hugo Broos admits his side were below their best despite seeing off a second-string Ghana 1-0 in their final friendly match before AFCON.

SAFA dismisses claims of racism and sexism against Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos
The South African Football Association (SAFA) has moved to quell growing controversy surrounding Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos following misconduct claims.

Hugo Broos: Bafana Bafana in good shape for AFCON despite missing players
Speaking at the University of Pretoria’s High Performance Centre, where the national team is currently in camp ahead of their departure to Morocco, Broos said he still considers himself better off than many of his counterparts across the continent.

AFCON Latest: 10-Day Squad Rule Challenges Coaches’ Preparations
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled fresh operational and logistical regulations ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, introducing a strict 10-day deadline for squad submissions that is set to put coaches’ planning strategies to the test.

Hugo Broos reveals final 25-man Bafana Bafana squad for AFCON 2025
South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has revealed his 25-man squad that is set to do battle at the 2025 African Cup of Nations in Morocco later this month.

Bafana Bafana: Lucas Radebe Endorses Bafana Bafana successor
South African football legend Lucas Radebe has voiced his full support for Helman Mkhalele to take over from Hugo Broos as Bafana Bafana’s national team coach.

Hugo Broos unveils Bafana Bafana 54-man preliminary squad for AFCON 2025
South Africa’s head coach Hugo Broos has announced his 54-man preliminary squad for the 2025 African Nations Cup in Morocco that begins next month.

JUST IN: Bafana boss Broos sticks to his gun with Thembinkosi Lorch snub, Themba Zwane returns in Afcon preliminary squad
If there is one coach who will not go with the wind, it has to be Hugo Broos. Despite much pressure from the media and the public, urging Broos to give Thembinkosi Lorch a chance – the Belgian mentor still says no.

Bafana Bafana coach praises Sipho Mbule, looks to pair him with Themba Zwane
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has lauded Sipho Mbule for his standout performance in South Africa’s 3-1 friendly victory over Zambia.

Candid Update: Hugo Broos says Bafana Bafana underperformed in Zambia friendly
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos felt his side underperformed in their 3-1 friendly international victory over Zambia on Saturday.

Mokoena’s Milestone: Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Teboho Mokoena reflects on achievement with Bafana Bafana
Teboho Mokoena has expressed his joy after earning his 50th national team cap for Bafana Bafana in the 3-1 win over Zambia.

Hot Streak: Bafana Bafana signal serious AFCON intent with comfortable Zambia rout
Although the fixture was only a friendly, Hugo Broos’ men approached it with intensity and purpose, delivering a commanding performance that could easily have produced more goals for the home side.

Gloves Are Off: South Africa vs Zambia Preview
South Africa will look to continue with their unbeaten streak ahead of the AFCON 2025, when they take on Zambia at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday.

Bafana Bafana: ‘It’s not just about talent’ – Coach Hugo Broos explains South African national team selection criteria
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has responded to criticism of his recent team selections by outlining what he looks for in a national team player.

Team Talk: “If I read those things, I will laugh”- Bafana Bafana boss Hugo Broos shrugs off selection backlash before Zambia clash
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has brushed aside social media criticism over his squad choices, insisting he remains unfazed ahead of the upcoming friendly against Zambia.

Bafana Bafana form makes them marked men in Morocco, says head coach Hugo Broos
Hugo Broos says South Africa’s improved form in recent months makes them a target at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

Hugo Broos Explains exclusion of Kaizer Chiefs star Mduduzi Shabalala from Bafana Bafana
Hugo Broos Addresses Exclusion of In-Form Kaizer Chiefs Midfielder Mduduzi Shabalala from Bafana Bafana Squad.

“In two years, no one will be talking about them.” — Hugo Broos warns of losing talent in South African football
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has raised his concerns over the lack of development pathways for South Africa’s youth national teams, lamenting that the country risks losing its next generation of football talent.
Hugo Broos (born 10 April 1952) is a Belgian professional football manager and former player. He is currently the manager of the South Africa national team.
Broos enjoyed a highly successful coaching career in Belgium. From 1991 to 1998, he led Club Brugge to two league championships (1992 and 1996) and three Belgian Cups (1991, 1995, and 1996). Broos continued his success at Anderlecht, guiding them to the Champions League and a league title in 2004.
However, his tenure at Anderlecht came to an abrupt end in 2005 following a disappointing season. Broos bounced back with a successful stint at KRC Genk, winning the Belgian Coach of the Year award in 2007. He later ventured abroad, coaching Panserraikos in Greece, Trabzonspor in Turkey, Zulte Waregem in Belgium and Al Jazira Club in the UAE.
In 2016, Broos was appointed as the manager of Camroon and led them to victory in the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations. He took the role of sporting director of K.V. Oostende after being laid-off as Cameroon’s coach in February 2018. On 5 May 2021, he was appointed manager of the South Africa national team, whom he led to a third-place finish at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.