FIFA WORLD CUP
Competing with MLS stars and season of growth, shaping Makhanya’s World Cup dream
US-based South African international Olwethu Makhanya is making some waves in the Major League Soccer (MLS) for Philadelphia Union and dreams big of featuring in this year’s FIFA World Cup.
Marcel Desailly warns FIFA World Cup rivals not to rule Bafana out
French football legend and FIFA ambassador Marcel Desailly believes that, while Bafana Bafana are not expected to go all the way at the World Cup, they should not be dismissed as a potential surprise package.
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.
Bafana skipper says facing Mexico in the opener provides perfect World Cup stimulus
Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams says facing host nation Mexico in the opening match of next year’s FIFA World Cup is exactly the kind of energy the team needs heading into the tournament.
Didier Drogba gives expanded 48-team World Cup seal of approval
Former Ivory Coast and Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has endorsed the expanded FIFA World Cup format ahead of tonight’s draw.
2026 World Cup qualifiers: Norway, Portugal finish top with big wins
Norway and Portugal claimed the top spots in Group I and F respectively after winning their 2026 World Cup qualifiers in convincing fashion on Sunday.
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