Bafana Bafana are set to begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign with a crucial home clash against Guinea at Johannesburg’s iconic Orlando Stadium on Saturday, 26 September 2026. The South African Football Association (SAFA) has confirmed the fixture as the opening match of South Africa’s Group D campaign, with Hugo Broos’ […]
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A major development has reshaped the Southern African football landscape as Morena Ramoreboli officially leaves his role as head coach of Botswana’s senior men’s national team, The Zebras, to join Bafana Bafana as assistant coach. The South African Football Association (SAFA) and Botswana Football Association (BFA) have confirmed the move, with Ramoreboli now set to […]
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As newly appointed Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane turns attention towards building a new chapter for South African football, with his 35-man preliminary squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers) already announced, developments away from the pitch have dominated discussions. The South African Football Association (SAFA) has moved to address […]
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The return of Pitso Mosimane to the Bafana Bafana dugout represents a new era for South African football. After taking over from Belgian tactician Hugo Broos, following a historic run to the second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, the experienced coach has immediately set his sights on building a team […]
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The arrival of a new coach often brings expectations of a complete national team overhaul. Fans anticipate fresh faces, new tactics, and a changing identity. However, when Pitso Mosimane unveiled his first 35-man preliminary Bafana Bafana squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, he delivered a different message. Rather than abandoning the […]
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The Pitso Mosimane era has officially begun, and the new Bafana Bafana head coach has wasted no time making his mark. Following his return to the national team setup after Hugo Broos’ departure, Mosimane has unveiled his first preliminary squad as South Africa prepares for a crucial international window featuring the 2027 Africa Cup of […]
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When Pitso Mosimane last occupied the Bafana Bafana dugout, South African football was navigating a period of uncertainty. The country was emerging from the excitement of hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup, a golden generation was beginning to fade, and the national team was searching for a clear identity on the international stage. More than […]
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South African football has entered a new era as one of the country’s most celebrated coaches makes his long-awaited return to the national stage. The South African Football Association (SAFA) has officially unveiled Pitso Mosimane as the new head coach of Bafana Bafana. The announcement, made during a highly anticipated media briefing at SAFA House […]
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The road to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will test Bafana Bafana in more ways than one. While tactical preparation and squad selection remain central to South Africa’s qualification campaign, the logistical challenges surrounding international football can be equally significant. One of the biggest hurdles in Group D will be Bafana Bafana’s away […]
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As Bafana Bafana prepare for the return of competitive international football, attention now turns to a demanding September window. South Africa enters the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification campaign carrying high expectations after an eventful 2026. However, the road ahead promises to be challenging, with a congested schedule, a growing injury list and […]
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