Bafana Qualify For 2026 FIFA World Cup After Beating Rwanda, As Nigeria’s Win Over Benin
Bafana Bafana have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Rwanda 3-0 in a decisive Group C match at Mbombela Stadium on Tuesday — with Victor Osimhen’s hat-trick for Nigeria against Benin sealing South Africa’s place at the global showpiece.
Morena: We Have To Go Guns Blazing Against Rwanda
Bafana Bafana utility player, Thapelo Morena, has discussed the importance of South Africa’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda at Mbombela Stadium [18:00], whilst emphasizing the need to build upon last Friday’s draw with Zimbabwe.
Broos Confident Bafana Can Still Qualify For World Cup
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos remains confident that his side can get the result they need against Rwanda on Tuesday in their final FIFA World Cup qualifying match, while also hoping that other results go their way. South Africa face a tough task — they must beat Rwanda by more than two goals at Mbombela […]
Williams: I Can’t See Benin Beating Nigeria
Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has kept South Africa’s hopes of qualifying for the FIFA World Cup alive, expressing confidence that Benin will not defeat Nigeria in their crucial West African derby on Tuesday.
Nigeria Coach: We’re Still Alive In The Race For WC
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle says his side is still very much alive in the race to qualify for the FIFA World Cup after their crucial victory over Lesotho in the qualifiers on Friday.
Broos Reacts After FIFA Deducts Bafana Points In World Cup Qualifiers
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has admitted he felt “down” after FIFA’s ruling to deduct three points from South Africa for fielding ineligible midfielder Teboho Mokoena during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers clash against Lesotho in March.
SAFA Complains To FIFA, Forces Zimbabwe Match In Durban
Sportswire has learned that the South African Football Association (SAFA) lodged a complaint with FIFA, leading to Zimbabwe’s upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifying match being relocated to Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban next month.
Chelle Explains Bench Altercation With Bafana
Nigeria’s coach, Eric Chelle, has addressed the heated exchange between the Super Eagles and Bafana Bafana benches during Tuesday’s FIFA World Cup qualifier, citing the immense pressure of the game.
Bafana Face Point “Deduction” For Mokoena “Ineligibility” Controversy
Bafana Bafana’s victory over Lesotho in the FIFA World Cup qualifying match at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Friday may be jeopardized, as they potentially fielded an ineligible player.
Williams: Bafana Expect Tough Clash Against Benin
Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams anticipates a challenging match against Benin as they aim to maintain their lead in Group C for the FIFA World Cup qualifiers.