FIFA WORLD CUP
Gennaro Gattuso resigns as head coach of Italy following World Cup failure
Gennaro Gattuso has stepped away from his post as Italy head coach after the country's failure to reach a third successive World Cup finals.
Cedric Bakambu in dreamland as the DR Congo seal World Cup place
Democratic Republic of Congo striker Cedric Bakambu couldn't hold back his excitement after helping his side secure their place at the World Cup with a 1-0 extra-time win over Jamaica on Tuesday.
Azzurri march on as Sweden, Poland and Bosnia seal dramatic 2026 World Cup play-off wins
Italy, Sweden, Poland and Bosnia and Herzegovina all moved a step closer to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a gripping night of European play-off semi-finals, packed with standout performances, late drama and decisive moments across the continent.
Bayern Munich star Joshua Kimmich insists Germany not among World Cup favourites
Joshua Kimmich has cast doubt over Germany's status ahead of the 2026 World Cup, insisting the four-time champions must rebuild their reputation on the global stage.
Hugo Broos urges SAFA support as World Cup preparations take shape
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has offered insight into the team’s preparations for the 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.
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