File photo dated 12-10-2010 of Spain's Andres Iniesta (second left) celebrates scoring the second goal with team-mates. Former Spain and Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta has announced his retirement as a player aged 40. Issue date: Tuesday October 8, 2024.

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Moment To Remember – 2010 FIFA World Cup

It was this month 15 years ago that the biggest party in African football history came to an end at Soccer City.

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July 3, 2025

Hugo Broos, head coach of South Africa during the 2025 International Friendly South Africa Press conference at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on 5 June 2025 ©Alche Greeff/BackpagePix

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Broos faces selection headache ahead of WC qualifiers

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos says his players have raised their game, making it difficult for him to select his squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

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June 12, 2025

Hugo Broos coach of South Africa during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers match between South Africa and Uganda at Orlando Stadium , in Soweto on 06 September 2024 © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

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“We dominated the game, we deserved the win” – Hugo Broos

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos believes his side deserved the win after putting on a dominant performance against Benin.

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March 26, 2025

Jayden Adams of South Africa celebrates goal with team players during the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2026 football match between Benin and South Africa at Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan, Cote dlvoire on 25 March 2025 ©Mohamed Ali/BackpagePix

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Gallery: Bafana extend lead in Group C after Benin win

Enjoy an image gallery of Bafana Bafana as they secured a 2-0 victory over Benin in their FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny in Abidjan.

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March 26, 2025

Jayden Adams of South Africa celebrates goal with team players during the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2026 football match between Benin and South Africa at Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan, Cote dlvoire on 25 March 2025 ©Mohamed Ali/BackpagePix

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Bafana move five points clear at the top of Group C

Bafana Bafana moved five points clear at the top of the FIFA World Cup Group C qualifier following their 2-0 win over Benin in Abidjan.

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March 26, 2025

Hugo Broos during the South African press conference ahead of their FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Benin, in Abidjan, Ivory Coast @BackpagePix

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Broos left frustrated after Bafana unable to train in Abidjan

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos was left frustrated after his side were unable to train at the Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny in Abidjan.

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March 25, 2025

Ronwen Williams during the South African press conference ahead of their FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Benin, in Abidjan, Ivory Coast @BackpagePix

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“We’re strong enough to overcome all those challenges” – Ronwen Williams

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams is confident his side has the quality and is strong enough to overcome any challenges.

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March 25, 2025

Hugo Broos, head coach of South Africa and goalkeeper coach Grant Johnson during the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2026 media day for South Africa at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on 20 March 2025 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

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“We cannot underestimate Lesotho” – Hugo Broos

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has urged his side not to underestimate Lesotho when the two sides meet in the FIFA World Cup qualifier.

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March 21, 2025

Ronwen Williams of South Africa sings anthem during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers game between South Africa and South Sudan at Cape Town Stadium on 19 November 2024 © Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

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“I’ve always had good memories in Polokwane” – Ronwen Williams

Bafana Bafana captain Rowen Williams says he has always had "good memories" playing in Polokwane ahead of their FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho.

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March 21, 2025

Oswin Appollis of South Africa during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers match between South Africa and Uganda at Orlando Stadium , in Soweto on 06 September 2024 © Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix

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“As South Africans, we are always ready” – Oswin Appollis

Oswin Appollis is confident Bafana Bafana are ready for a difficult battle against Lesotho in their FIFA World Cup qualifier on Friday.

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March 21, 2025