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Watch VideoBvuma: I respect Itu, he said what he said

Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Bruce Bvuma says he respects the criticism of his idol Itumeleng Khume who claimed he didn't listen to his advice when they were still competing for the No 1 at the club.

Sport Soccer PSL
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Watch VideoFifa World Cup 2026 dream looms large for Bafana's Ronwen Williams

With Bafana Bafana eyeing a crucial victory against Benin on Tuesday, captain Ronwen Williams reflects on the aspirations of the team and the road ahead in the World Cup qualifiers, which have now reached the halfway

Sport Soccer Bafana
Herman Gibbs|Published

Watch VideoCardoso must find ways of using his depth to win a treble

Mamelodi Sundowns' coach Miguel Cardoso can't afford to sulk and moan around. He must find ways of managing his squad ahead of the hectic schedule.

Sport Soccer PSL
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Watch VideoErnst Middendorp claims lack of height keeps Ronwen Williams from European success

Ernst Middendorp says that Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana keeper Ronwen Williams, who is 1. 84m in height, is simply not tall enough to be considered for a move to Europe.

Sport Soccer PSL
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoBroos has potent Bafana attack to cover for goalkeeper issues

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos have enough depth up front to approach the two Fifa World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin this month as cup finals.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Bafana drawn in tough Group B alongside Egypt, Angola, and Zimbabwe at the 2025 Afcon

Bafana Bafana will face north Africans Egypt, and Cosafa neighbours Angola and Zimbabwe in the Group B at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) finals in Morocco later this year.

Sport
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Khumalo: Bafana must play against the best at 2025 Afcon

Bafana Bafana ‘96 Afcon winning midfielder Doctor Khumalo says the team has turned over a new leaf, but they must be wary of getting away or losing focus. He adds that if they can build from their recent momentum, they can win the trophy in Morocco late this year.

Sunday Tribune Sport
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Sundowns escape Sibanye by a whisker in the NC

Mamelodi Sundowns hold on for a nervy win over amateur side Sibanye Golden Stars in the Nedbank Cup last 32 in Pretoria on Saturday night.

Sunday Tribune Sport
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Williams and Costa cost Sundowns in Morocco

Mamelodi Sundowns' unbeaten CAF Champions League group stage run comes to an end with a 1-0 defeat to Raja Casablanca, marked by crucial errors from key players and two red cards in a heated encounter

The Star Sport
Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Watch VideoHugo Broos cooked and Bafana Bafana fans ate well in 2024

What was pleasing from Bafana's good year was the number of players who put their hands up and took responsibility in moving the team forward.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Lunga Biyela|Published

SA’s goalkeeping posts must move to young talent

South African football faces a pressing goalkeeping crisis as local talent struggles to emerge, raising concerns for the national team’s future.

The Star Sport
Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Year-End Review: A season to remember for Bafana Bafana’s Class of 2024

Bafana Bafana, long the ‘black sheep’ in national team sport, have this year lifted themselves to the standards of the likes of the Springboks, Proteas and Banyana Banyana.

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Smiso Msomi|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: A strong Kaizer Chiefs is important for SA football, says Shaun Bartlett

Now aged 52, Shaun Bartlett said the fortunes of Kaizer Chiefs were closely linked to the popularity of the game in South Africa.

Sport Soccer PSL
Michael Sherman|Published

CAF Awards a slap in the face of Bafana’s outstanding Class of 2024

Explore the controversy surrounding the 2024 CAF Awards as a star Bafana Bafana trio were overlooked for the African Team of the Year, raising questions about the judging criteria.

The Star Sport
Smiso Msomi|Published

Williams on goal as he collects prestigious awards

Ronwen Williams, captain of Bafana Bafana, makes history at the 2024 CAF Awards by winning two major accolades, while Banyana Banyana players also receive recognition.

The Star Sport
Herman Gibbs|Published

Watch VideoRobbed … Why didn’t Ronwen Williams make Caf team of the year?

Bafana Bafana keeper Ronwen Williams may have been the big winner at the Caf Awards on Monday, but just how he didn't make the best XI is perplexing.

Sport Soccer
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoBafana Bafana’s Ronwen Williams dazzles at Caf Awards

The 32-year-old Mamelodi Sundowns shot-stopper was the only player to win two awards on the night in a glittering ceremony held in Marrakech, Morocco.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Michael Sherman|Published

Ronwen Williams: Maybe Mamelodi Sundowns needed a different approach

Captain Ronwen Williams said ‘the guys now have a job to do, and for (Mamelodi) Sundowns to be at their best in every game’, starting with today’s clash against Raja Casablanca.

Sunday Tribune Sport
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Sundowns set to face global giants in Club World Cup

Mamelodi Sundowns captain Ronwen Williams expresses excitement as the team prepares to compete against top global clubs in the FIFA Club World Cup, highlighting their journey and the challenges ahead.

iOS Sport
Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns dominate: These are the most valuable players in South Africa's Betway Premiership

IOL Sport takes a look at the 20 most valuable footballers playing in South Africa's Betway Premiership.

Sport Soccer PSL
Lunga Biyela|Published

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams nominated for FIFA World XI after stellar year for club and country

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams is one of the candidates for the World XI at the upcoming The Best FIFA Football Awards.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoRonwen Williams hails Denis Onyango’s mentorship: A bond shaping African goalkeeping excellence

Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams has praised his fellow team Denis Onyango for having a positive impact on his career.

Sport Soccer PSL
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Bafana Bafana no longer just a ‘holiday’ destination for players after Hugo Broos’ mentality shift

Hugo Broos demands more of his charges. He wants them to be ruthless and has created winners’ mentality, which has seen them go unbeaten in their last 16 matches.

Sport Soccer Bafana
John Goliath|Published

Bafana Bafana hammer South Sudan to cruise nicely all the way to 2025 AFCON

At one stage Bafana Bafana captain and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams joined supporters in clapping during their AFCON qualifier against South Sudan.

Sport Soccer Bafana
John Goliath|Published

More tickets go on sale for Cape Town affair after 40,000 tickets sold for Afcon qualifier | Bafana v South Sudan

On Tuesday morning it was revealed that all the available tickets had sold out for the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Bafana Bafana and South Sudan at the Cape Town Stadium.

Sport Soccer Bafana
Michael Sherman|Published