Cape Verde erupts in celebration after first WC qualification

A carnival-like atmosphere erupted in the streets of Cape Verde’s capital Praia recently after the tiny archipelago nation qualified for the World Cup for the first time.

Chiefs’ shrinking role mirrors PSL struggles

Once the backbone of Bafana Bafana’s greatest eras, Kaizer Chiefs now find themselves watching from the sidelines. The Soweto giants’ dwindling national influence mirrors their struggles in the PSL.

Watch: ‘Mokoena yellow-card matter is closed’ – Jordaan

SAFA President Danny Jordaan stated that SAFA considers the Teboho Mokwena issue resolved and has shifted its focus to upcoming competitions.

SAFA confirms Adidas as new technical sponsor

The South African Football Association (SAFA) has announced a three-year partnership with adidas, which will see the global sportswear brand become the official technical sponsor of all national teams.

Watch: ‘Sipho had other interests but football’ – Broos

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has disclosed that Sipho Mbule was handed multiple opportunities to represent the national team and came close to missing out on selection altogether.

Liverpool’s lasting advantage, Postecoglou under pressure, Semenyo’s spark

Liverpool will be desperate to recapture their spark against bitter rivals Manchester United this weekend but Ruben Amorim’s men will harbour hopes of pinching a rare win at Anfield.

Barcelona count on Yamal comeback for Girona showdown

Injury-hit Barcelona expect to have Lamine Yamal back fit to face Girona in La Liga on Saturday, in a welcome boost as the Catalans aim to bounce back from a damaging defeat with the Clasico in their sights.

Dier set to miss Spurs reunion after hamstring injury

Monaco defender Eric Dier, who injured his right hamstring during training on Thursday, is likely to miss next week’s reunion with former club Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League, according to sources close to the club.

Leverkusen went in ‘wrong direction’ under Ten Hag

Bayer Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes said on Thursday that it was clear from early on that the club were going in the “wrong direction” under former coach Erik Ten Hag.

Watch: Teko reflects on Bafana’s World Cup qualification

Teko Modise outlines the main factors driving Bafana Bafana’s World Cup qualification and recent resurgence.