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Sphephelo Sithole for Bafana

I’m ready for a new challenge – Yaya Sithole hints at exit from Portugal

Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo Sithole has confirmed he is open to leaving Portugal, either to pursue a move elsewhere abroad or return home to join one of the PSL’s so-called big three clubs.

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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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Euro WC qualifiers: Ireland stun Portugal as Cristiano Ronaldo sent off

Thursday's World Cup qualifying for the European nations was headlined by a shock Republic of Ireland win over Portugal in which Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off.

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Cristiano Ronaldo confirms 2026 World Cup will be his last major tournament

Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that the 2026 World Cup will be his final major international tournament before retirement.

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European 2026 WC Qualifiers: England crush Latvia to qualify, Portugal held by Hungary

England roared into the 2026 World Cup early, the pitch in Riga shaking under their dominance, while drama unfolded across Europe as Portugal were held and Spain piled up goals.

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Europe World Cup qualifiers: Erling Haaland bags hat-trick in big Norway win

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland was the star of the show as Norway claimed an emphatic 5-0 win over Israel on Saturday.

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