Real Madrid survived a late scare to secure a 3-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund to book their place in the semi-final of the Club World Cup.
Paris Saint-Germain advanced to the Club World Cup semi-finals after they claimed a 2-0 victory over Bayern Munich at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
The Springbok announced the start of their season in spectacular fashion – at time – at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria, beating a willing Italy 42-24 in their first of two Castle Lager Incoming Series Tests.
Stellenbosch FC have confirmed that defender Ismael Toure has parted ways with the club to join UAE Pro League outfit Baniyas.
Kaizer Chiefs has acquired the services of midfielder Siphesihle Ndlovu to further strengthen their squad for the new season.
Jesse Kriel, who will become South Africa’s 67th Test captain when he leads the Springboks against Italy at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria on Saturday, was delighted about the honour bestowed upon him, but he warned that it would be remiss to underestimate the Italians going into the clash.
Springbok Women captain Nolusindiso Booi said her team will enter Loftus Versfeld with excitement and determination when they face Canada on Saturday, in the first Test between the two countries on South African soil.
Chelsea booked their place in the Club World Cup semi-finals after claiming a 2-1 win over Palmeiras at the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Fluminense advanced to the Club World Cup semi-finals after claiming a 2-1 victory over Al Hilal at the Camping World Stadium in Orlando.
Kaizer Chiefs have continued to strengthen their squad after completing the signings of Thabiso Monyane and Paseka Mako from Orlando Pirates.