Thapelo Maseko Etches His Name Into South African Football Folklore
Thapelo Maseko of South Africa challenged by Castrop Jens of South Korea during the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between South Africa and South Korea at the Monterrey Stadium, Mexico on 24 June 2026 ©Gavin Barker/BackpagePix

Thapelo Maseko Etches His Name Into South African Football Folklore

Take a bow, Thapelo Maseko! The winger etched his name into South African football history by scoring the decisive goal that sent Bafana Bafana into the World Cup knockout stages for the first time ever.

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Bafana Bafana Make History After Edging Korea To Reach Last 32
Thapelo Maseko of South Africa celebrates goal with teammates during the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between South Africa and South Korea at the Monterrey Stadium, Mexico on 24 June 2026 ©Gavin Barker/BackpagePix

Bafana Bafana Make History After Edging Korea To Reach Last 32

Bafana Bafana made history by reaching the World Cup knockout stages for the first time after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Korea Republic in their final Group A clash at the Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe.

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Chiefs Bid Farewell To George Matlou
George Matlou of Kaizer Chiefs during the 2025 Nedbank Cup Last 32 match between Kaizer Chiefs and Free Agents FC on the 26 January 2025 at FNB Stadium in Nasrec © Sydney Mahlangu /BackpagePix

Chiefs Bid Farewell To George Matlou

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed they have parted ways with attacking midfielder George Matlou.

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Jude Bellingham Frustrated as England Stumble Against Ghana
epa13045315 Jude Bellingham of England celebrates scoring the 3-2 goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match England against Croatia, in Dallas, Texas, USA, 17 June 2026. EPA/JEFFREY MCWHORTER

Jude Bellingham Frustrated as England Stumble Against Ghana

England star Jude Bellingham admitted to feeling frustrated after they were held to a goalless draw by Ghana in their second World Cup group match.

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Boks have utmost respect for England as Nations Championship looms
Rassie Erasmus during the 2026 International Rugby Springboks Team Announcement at Southern Sun in Hyde Park on 16 June 2026 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

Boks have utmost respect for England as Nations Championship looms

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus expressed utmost respect for England as the Boks kicked off their preparations for the inaugural Nations Championship – that kicks off next weekend in Johannesburg – and spoke highly of their travelling squad and the threat they posed in the opening game.

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Cristiano Ronaldo Responds to Critics After Portugal Win
epa13058748 Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal (L) celebrates scoring the 1-0 during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match Portugal against Uzbekistan, in Houston, USA, 23 June 2026. EPA/SAM WASSON

Cristiano Ronaldo Responds to Critics After Portugal Win

Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has opened up on the criticism directed at both himself and the national team, admitting it has been a difficult period for the squad.

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Tuchel Opens Up on Pressure as England Prepare for Ghana Test
epa13045431 England's head coach Thomas Tuchel (C) celebrate with his players after winning the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match England against Croatia, in Dallas, Texas, USA, 17 June 2026. EPA/JEFFREY MCWHORTER

Tuchel Opens Up on Pressure as England Prepare for Ghana Test

England manager Thomas Tuchel has spoken openly about the pressure and emotions surrounding his squad as they prepare to take on Ghana in their next World Cup match.

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