France head coach Didier Deschamps believes his side have justified their status as World Cup favourites after a flawless group-stage campaign.
Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann admitted there was a deep sense of disappointment in the dressing room after his side's heartbreaking following their exit from the World Cup.
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has highlighted the physical demands of modern football and stressed that South Africa needs to improve in key areas such as "power and speed".
Springbok backs Cheslin Kolbe and Damian Willemse will mark the opening Test of the season against England in the inaugural Nations Championship competition by celebrating their 50th Test caps eight years after making their international debuts in an experienced team named by Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus.
Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena reflected on a sombre dressing room atmosphere following their World Cup exit, admitting the squad was left heartbroken after a narrow defeat.
Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has expressed immense pride in his teammates despite South Africa's World Cup exit.
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos admits he is still undecided about his future after South Africa's impressive FIFA World Cup campaign.
Bafana Bafana's journey in the World Cup came to an end after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Canada in the Round of 32 at the SoFi Stadium in California.
Bafana Bafana defender Ime Okon says the squad is driven not only by personal pride and family, but also by a strong sense of responsibility to represent the entire nation as they continue their World Cup journey.
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos believes South Africa have already surpassed expectations by reaching the FIFA World Cup knockout stages, but insists his side are hungry for more success in their historic run.