FIFA WORLD CUP

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Bafana Bafana can shock the world – Clayton Daniels

Former Bafana Bafana centre back Clayton Daniels believes the team is capable of reaching the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup for the first time, upon their return to the big stage for the first time in 16 years.

Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA acknowledges the fans before the awards ceremony after the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final match between Argentina and France

FIFA finally breaks silence on Omar’s Visa ordeal

FIFA President Gianni Infantino says the matter of leading African referee Omar Artan from Somalia, who was denied entry into the USA, is beyond their control.

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Broos declares Bafana ready for Mexico before a massive global audience

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has proclaimed his team ready to take the battle to the hosts and a team he views as favourites in Group A, Mexico, in today’s 2026 FIFA World Cup opener at the iconic Azteca stadium at 13:00 (9pm SA Time).

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Nigeria show character in friendly loss to Portugal

Nigeria produced an encouraging display against FIFA World Cup-bound Portugal despite suffering a narrow 2-1 defeat in an entertaining international friendly in Leiria on Wednesday night.

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Raphinha confirms Barcelona commitment while leading Brazil Into FIFA World Cup battle

Raphinha has reiterated his commitment to FC Barcelona while turning his focus to leading Brazil into the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Bafana Bafana won’t be pushovers warns Teboho Mokoena

Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena insists they are determined to show they belong on football's biggest stage when they kick off their Group A campaign against hosts Mexico.