Bafana move five points clear at the top of Group C
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
Broos left frustrated after Bafana unable to train in Abidjan
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
“We’re strong enough to overcome all those challenges” – Ronwen Williams
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
Broos gives verdict on Rele’s debut start for Bafana
Relebohile Mofokeng of South Africa celebrates goal during the 2026 World Cup qualifier between South Africa and Lesotho at the Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane on 21 March 2025 @Gavin Barker/BackpagePix
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Broos gives verdict on Rele’s debut start for Bafana

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has shared his thoughts on Relebohile Mofokeng after he made his full international debut against Lesotho.

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March 25, 2025
“We cannot underestimate Lesotho” – Hugo Broos
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
“I’ve always had good memories in Polokwane” – Ronwen Williams
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
“As South Africans, we are always ready” – Oswin Appollis
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
“The boys are ready for the game” – Khuliso Mudau
Khuliso Mudau of South Africa during the Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers game between South Africa and South Sudan at Cape Town Stadium on 19 November 2024 ©Reinhardt Hamman/BackpagePix
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“The boys are ready for the game” – Khuliso Mudau

Bafana Bafana right back Khuliso Mudau believes South Africa are ready for their FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho on Friday.

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March 21, 2025
Broos ready for a tough fight against Lesotho
Coach Hugo Broos during FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2026 South Africa Press Conference at The Ranch Hotel in Polokwane on 17 March 2025 ©Brian Rikhotso/BackpagePix
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Broos ready for a tough fight against Lesotho

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos is confident his side can secure a positive result against a "tough" Lesotho in their FIFA World Cup qualifier on Friday.

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March 20, 2025
Gallery: Bafana training ahead of WC qualifier
Ndamulelo Maphangule (c) during FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2026 South Africa Training at The Ranch Hotel in Polokwane on 17 March 2025 ©Brian Rikhotso/BackpagePix
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Gallery: Bafana training ahead of WC qualifier

Enjoy an image gallery of Bafana Bafana training for their upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Friday.

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March 20, 2025