Cape Verde erupts in celebration after first WC qualification

A carnival-like atmosphere erupted in the streets of Cape Verde’s capital Praia recently after the tiny archipelago nation qualified for the World Cup for the first time.

Watch: Teko reflects on Bafana’s World Cup qualification

Teko Modise outlines the main factors driving Bafana Bafana’s World Cup qualification and recent resurgence.

African 2026 World Cup qualifying talking points

Cape Verde and Ghana turned from zeros to heroes among supporters by qualifying this week for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

‘FIFA chief would back moving World Cup games’ – Trump

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that FIFA chief Gianni Infantino would support moving 2026 World Cup games from US cities for security reasons if necessary.

Bafana and PSL punching above their weight

South Africa’s return to the World Cup is anchored not on star exports, but on the strength and resilience of the PSL.

Bafana Bafana qualify for 2026 World Cup!

Bafana Bafana defeated Rwanda 3-0 in Mbombela on Tuesday to win Group C and qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

Cape Verde make history with first World Cup berth

Cape Verde stunned Eswatini 3–0 on Monday, punching their ticket to the 2026 World Cup and earning their debut on football’s biggest stage.

Kudus strike secures World Cup spot for Ghana

Mohammed Kudus struck the winner as Ghana beat Comoros 1-0 in Accra, sealing Group I’s top spot and Africa’s fifth 2026 World Cup qualification.

Amajita qualify for last 16 in style

Bafana Bafana’s under-20 side, Amajita, have qualified for the knockout stages of the FIFA U20 World Cup for the first time since 2009, after a 2-1 win over group leaders USA at Estadio El Teniente.

Vilakazi stars as Amajita produce best ever FIFA U20 result

South Africa’s under-20 side registered their biggest victory at a FIFA U20 World Cup, beating New Caledonia 5-0 in Rancagua on Friday morning.