World Cup, day six: the things you might have missed
Russia defeated Egypt 3-1 despite Mohamed Salah’s penalty, Senegal beat a lacklustre Poland 2-1, while an early red card hindered Colombia as they lost 2-1 to Japan.
Senegal get Africa’s first win at World Cup
Africa finally got its first win at the 2018 World Cup courtesy of Senegal’s 2-1 defeat of Poland.
Senegal prove that self-belief is everything
Led by the youngest and only black coach at the tournament, Senegal became the first African nation to secure victory at the 2018 World Cup – a feat which should be celebrated, re-told and revered, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.
Senegal edge Poland
Senegal upset Poland with a 2-1 Group H victory in Moscow that owed plenty to poor mistakes from the European nation.
Lewandowski sets an example – Nawalka
Adam Nawalka hailed the professionalism of Robert Lewandowski with the Bayern Munich striker set to spearhead Poland’s World Cup challenge.
Senegal call up Mbengue with Ciss ruled out
Saliou Ciss has been replaced in Senegal’s squad after failing to recover from an ankle injury in time to play at the World Cup.
Let’s aim to be better and not bitter
Dear disgruntled Bafana Bafana fans, for the 2018 World Cup, pick an African side and throw your support behind them; share in their joy and their pain. It’s going to be a wild ride, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.
Can Senegal cause another shock at the World Cup?
Colombia, Poland, Japan and Senegal. One of the most open groups at the World Cup. Who will come out on top? Who will finish as runners-up and join them in the round of 16?
Kramaric secures much-needed victory
Croatia recovered from a dour opening 60 minutes in Osijek to beat Senegal 2-1 and finish their World Cup preparations with a much-needed victory.
Serero won’t play for Bafana Bafana again
South African Football Association CEO Denis Mumble has confirmed that midfielder Thulani Serero will not be considered for future call-ups for Bafana Bafana.