Results for “African football”

Mosimane returns: The numbers behind his first two Bafana spells and what they tell us

Pitso Mosimane has returned to the helm of South African football for what is a third spell in charge of the side, but what do his numbers tell us about his first two stints in charge?

Who are the South African footballers plying their trade in North Africa?

CAF support for under-fire Infantino no guarantee of African votes at FIFA election

African football associations have largely kept their counsel amid the storm over the future of beleaguered FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who is banking on their support ⁠to keep his job.

FIFA members should decide Infantino's future at 2027 election, says CAF president

Under pressure FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s fate should be decided by the ⁠organisation’s 211 member associations at next March's elections, Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe said.

SAFA announce preferred candidate for Bafana Bafana coaching job but no contract in place yet

The South African Football Association’s (SAFA) National Executive Committee has approved the appointment of Pitso Mosimane as coach of Bafana Bafana to replace Hugo Broos, the organization said on Saturday.

Records of Pirates, Chiefs and Sundowns in the MTN8 make for fascinating reading

The MTN8 kicks off on Saturday and among the favourites will be the so-called ‘Big Three’ in South African football: Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns.

FIFA president Infantino receives unanimous support from CAF leadership

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Thursday "unanimously reconfirmed its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino" after his failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup.

African football administrators give backing to Infantino as FIFA crisis continues

Leading African football administrators have sent messages of support to embattled FIFA President Gianni Infantino as he looks to the continent’s ⁠54 members for backing in a bid to keep his job.

Date set for CAS to hear Senegal-Morocco AFCON final controversy

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) will hear the Senegalese Football Federation’s (FSF) case against the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) on 8 October 2026 after Senegal were stripped of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title.

Patrice Motsepe on when he will exit CAF, FIFA president Gianni Infantino and the 2027 AFCON

Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe has offered his backing to FIFA president Gianni Infantino and said the latter would continue to receive his support as a “loyal friend of Africa”.

Who was Jayden Adams, the tragic South African footballer whose death touched the world?

The outpouring of grief around the world following the sudden passing of Jayden Adams shows the sense of shock at the loss of a 25-year-old who appeared to have the world at his feet.

South African football in shock as 2026 World Cup star passes away

South Africa international midfielder Jayden Adams, who featured in all three of his side’s group stages games at the World Cup, has passed away, a family spokesperson has confirmed, though details around his death have yet to be released.

SAFA President Jordaan leaves all options open with regards Hugo Broos' future

South African Football Association President Danny Jordaan will have a conversation with Hugo Broos over his future involvement with the national team, but says for now there are no firm plans in place.

CAF President Motsepe congratulates African teams for reaching World Cup Round of 32

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe has issued a statement to congratulate the nine Africans who made it past the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is co-hosted in the USA, Canada and Mexico.

South Africa confirm a change for their final World Cup warm-up against Jamaica

Bafana Bafana’s friendly fixture with Jamaica will take place on Saturday and will be behind closed doors, the South African Football Association has confirmed.

CAF President Patrice Motsepe to address Africa Forward Summit in Kenya

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe will attend the Africa Forward Summit scheduled for Nairobi, Kenya on Monday and Tuesday.

Samson Adamu urges East Africa to adopt new mindset ahead of 2027 AFCON

Confederation of African Football (CAF) acting secretary general Samson Adamu has warned East Africa to look beyond comparing hosting 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) with the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

EXCLUSIVE: Nicolas Pepe opens up about Arsenal struggles & tips Gunners for title

Ivory Coast winger Nicolas Pepe, once the most expensive African footballer in history, has found a home at Villarreal and has no regrets about leaving England behind.

2027 AFCON: Motsepe urges East Africa to maintain Morocco standards

Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe has challenged East Africa to reach the standard level set by Morocco when they hosted the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Historic 2027 AFCON set for East Africa as dates for tournament confirmed

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the dates for the historic 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to be co-hosted in East Africa.

Kenyan government meets CAF deadline day obligations to co-host 2027 AFCON

After many weeks of uncertainty, the Kenyan government has moved to meet key Confederation of African Football (CAF) deadline day requirements in regards to hosting Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027.

CAF general-secretary Veron Mossengo-Omba quits amid turbulent times for African football

Confederation of African Football general secretary Veron Mossengo-Omba resigned on Sunday after repeated calls ⁠for his removal and at a turbulent time for the game on the continent.

Senegal football boss vows 'crusade' against decision to remove AFCON title

The head of Senegal's football governing body vowed on Thursday to mount a “crusade” against a decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to strip the country of its African Cup of Nations title, as its legal team warned the case could reshape the world of football and undermine the principle that refereeing decisions are final.

Kenyan government pledges to beat CAF deadline on hosting 2027 AFCON

The government of Kenya has expressed confidence they will meet key Confederation of African Football (CAF) deadline day requirements in regards to hosting Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027.