Bafana fans beware

Fans of Bafana Bafana should cast an eye across the other qualifying pools ahead of the Senegal matches, writes WADE PRETORIUS.

Robben retires from Netherlands duty after WC failure

Arjen Robben has retired from international football, after Netherlands’ failure to qualify for the World Cup was confirmed with Tuesday’s 2-0 win over Sweden.

Tite talks up Brazil’s World Cup chances

Tite acknowledged that Brazil are one of the favourites, along with France and Germany to win the World Cup next year after the five-time champions qualified with another victory.

Magical Messi hat-trick seals WC qualification

Lionel Messi proved to be Argentina’s saviour as his stunning hat-trick secured a 3-1 victory over Ecuador and World Cup qualification for Russia 2018.

Brazil won’t deliberately harm Argentina chances – Tostao

Brazil will want to beat Chile even if it helps Argentina in World Cup qualifying, according to Tostao.

Sampaoli calls for Argentina to match ‘incredible’ Messi

Argentina coach Jorge Sampaoli praised the “incredible” Lionel Messi, challenging his team to reach the star’s level when they face Ecuador.

We have Cristiano Ronaldo back! – Pepe warns Switzerland

Portugal defender Pepe has warned Switzerland that Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier will be “completely different” with Cristiano Ronaldo back in the side.

Iceland become smallest nation to qualify for World Cup

Iceland will be hoping for a repeat of their Euro 2016 campaign after they booked their spot in Russia next year against the odds.

McClean breaks Welsh hearts

James McClean was the hero as the Republic of Ireland secured a tense 1-0 victory over Wales in a shoot-out for a World Cup play-off spot at the Cardiff City Stadium.

Mustafi faces long spell out with hamstring injury

Joachim Low revealed Shkodran Mustafi tore his thigh muscle in Germany’s comprehensive 5-1 World Cup qualifying win over Azerbaijan on Sunday.