A tribute to heritage. A celebration of unity. A design for the future. Today, adidas, in collaboration with the South African Football Association (SAFA), proudly reveals the new 2026/2027 home jersey for both Bafana Bafana and Banyana Banyana – a bold evolution of an iconic design that captures the spirit of South African football. Drawing…
The South African Football Association (SAFA) and Standard Bank have announced a landmark sponsorship that will see Africa’s largest bank by assets become an official partner, supporting Bafana Bafana, Banyana Banyana, and grassroots national teams from 2026 and beyond. The announcement comes at a pivotal moment for South Africa, with Bafana Bafana set to compete…
Mamelodi Sundowns narrowly defeated Sekhukhune United. The victory allowed Sundowns to move level on points with Orlando Pirates in the league standings. This result intensifies the title race, with Sundowns and Pirates now neck-and-neck at the top. The match was closely contested, reflecting the competitive nature of both teams. Their next matches will be crucial…
Polokwane City produced a dominant performance against Limpopo rivals Magesi to claim the title of Kings of Polokwane, winning 2-0 at the Seshego Stadium in Polokwane on Friday. Rise and Shine ended a streak of three winless games in the Betway Premiership to remain seventh on the log and get their second league wins over…
Orlando Pirates handed Soweto derby rivals Kaizer Chiefs a 3-0 thrashing in a Betway Premiership clash played at the FNB Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Goals from Tshepang Moremi, Oswin Appollis, and Evidence Makgopa saw the Buccaneers return to winning form in style, having suffered a key defeat to Mamelodi Sundowns in their previous league encounter,…
Sasol Banyana Banyana coach Dr Desiree Ellis was full of praise for her young brigade, despite falling 2-1 to Namibia in the final of the 2025 COSAFA Women’s Championship at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on Sunday. Dr. Ellis said she also had an eye on the future while participating in the regional…
South African Football Association (SAFA) President Dr Danny Jordaan has congratulated Gianni Infantino after he marked a decade at the helm of global football this week. Infantino became FIFA President on 26 February 2016 following an Extraordinary FIFA Congress held in Zurich, Switzerland, and Dr. Jordaan said several milestones have been achieved. “We, as SAFA,…
This weekend, South African football will pause for one of its most iconic rivalries as Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates lock horns at the FNB Stadium. And yet, the spectacle will begin long before the referee’s first whistle. Supporters are strongly encouraged to arrive early and take full advantage of a vibrant pre-match programme designed…
Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi is taking legal action against a businessman. The dispute highlights tensions between law enforcement leadership and private individuals, with questions around accountability and proof. The piece centers on Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi initiating legal action against a businessman, citing the latter’s insufficient evidence. The dispute highlights a clash between law enforcement leadership and…
The “My Ticket” system has been introduced at the FNB Stadium (2010 World Cup final venue) to combat fake tickets. It has been used in three matches so far. Supporters report “teething problems,” including having to scan tickets twice (once at the gate, then again at the stadium entrance), which causes congestion. The first scanning…
