FIFA WORLD CUP

relebohile-mofokeng-bafana-panama-march-202616

How can I watch Bafana Bafana battle Mexico in the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Thursday?

South Africa take on co-hosts Mexico in a highly anticipated opening FIFA World Cup 2026 fixture at the Mexico City Stadium on Thursday. 

vladimir-petkovic-in-training16

Algeria extend contract of head coach Vladimir Petkovic ahead of World Cup opener

Algeria received a boost ahead of their FIFA World Cup opener against Argentina after Vladimir Petkovic extended his contract as head coach until July 2028.

ederson-of-atalanta16

Éderson handed Brazil World Cup call-up after Wesley injury as Man Utd move nears

Brazil full-back Wesley has been ruled out of the World Cup because of a thigh injury, with Manchester United-bound midfielder Ederson called up to replace him.

noussair-mazraoui-7-june-2026-(alamy)16

Morocco sweating on fitness of three key stars ahead of World Cup opener

Morocco are facing an anxious wait over the fitness of three key players ahead of their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

lautaro-martinez-6-june-2026-(alamy)16

Holders Argentina cruise past Honduras in comfortable World Cup warm-up victory

Argentina continued their preparations for the FIFA World Cup with a controlled 2-0 win over Honduras in Texas on Saturday, underlining their depth even without captain Lionel Messi on the pitch.

Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Steven Pienaar

Steven Pienaar hints at major Ajax-linked youth project in Africa

Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Steven Pienaar has hinted that an Ajax Amsterdam-linked youth development project could be headed for Africa.