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President Cyril Ramaphosa and Simphiwe Tshabalala Bafana Bafana Legend at FIFA World Cup Original Trophy Tour at the Union Buildings on January 30, 2026 in Pretoria, South Africa.

Shabba’s goal still opening doors 16 years on

Former Bafana Bafana winger Siphiwe Tshabalala has reflected on his recent trip to Mexico as a FIFA legend – an initiative aimed at building excitement ahead of the 2026 World Cup in the Americas later this year.

President Cyril Ramaphosa and Bafana Bafana Captain Ronwen Williams at the FIFA World Cup Original Trophy Tour at the Union Buildings

World Cup reality hits home for Bafana skipper after Ramaphosa interaction

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams says the reality of the FIFA World Cup has truly set in after taking part in the trophy tour and receiving a message of support from President Cyril Ramaphosa this week.

Tshepang Moremi during the Orlando Pirates media open day at Rand Stadium on January 28, 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Tshepang Moremi insists the AFCON is at a different level than the local game

Bafana Bafana and Orlando Pirates attacker Tshepang Moremi has shared his lessons from the recent 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament, saying physical strength was a major difference.

Aubrey Modiba of Mamelodi Sundowns during the Nedbank Cup Last 32 Draw at Nedbank Auditorium on January 15, 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Aubrey Modiba admits being blind sided by Monnapule Saleng capture

Mamelodi Sundowns wingback Aubrey Modiba has admitted to being caught off guard by the club's signing of former Orlando Pirates winger Monnapule Saleng.

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos

Hugo Broos shrugs off backlash after AFCON failure

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has shrugged off the criticism and calls for his head as he shifts focus to preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

SABC Sport analyst Doctor Khumalo during AFCON 2025 broadcast

Doctor Khumalo highlights stark contrast in Bafana Bafana form

Bafana Bafana legend Doctor Khumalo says the team’s performances at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations were not a true reflection of what they are capable of.