Patience for Prodigies: Why ‘Cheeseboy’ Mokoena’s Defense of Mohau Nkota Speaks to a Bigger Bafana Bafana Challenge

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Former player Lebohang Mokoena advocates for patience with Bafana Bafana’s young winger Mohau Nkota, arguing his underwhelming AFCON start is due to tournament pressure and a one-dimensional playing style, not a lack of talent. He contends that dropping Nkota entirely would be premature, as the 21-year-old needs sustained confidence and tactical variation to replicate his pre-tournament form. This presents coach Hugo Broos with a critical strategic decision: persistContinue Reading

Bafana Bafana’s CAF Ranking: A Deep Dive into South Africa’s AFCON 2025 Standing and Title Credentials

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South Africa’s national football team, Bafana Bafana, is experiencing a significant resurgence, rekindling hopes for a first Africa Cup of Nations title since 1996 following their third-place finish in 2023. While their current CAF ranking has slipped to 11th, this reflects the competitive landscape where powerhouses like Morocco—the host and coach-designated favorite for the 2025 tournament—hold an advantage. The team’s progress is measured by a FIFA points system thatContinue Reading

Broos’ Pragmatic Stance: Why Bafana’s World Cup Opener Against Mexico is a Double-Edged Sword

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Broos’ Pragmatic Stance: Why Bafana’s World Cup Opener Against Mexico is a Double-Edged Sword Broos’ Pragmatic Stance: Why Bafana’s World Cup Opener Against Mexico is a Double-Edged Sword An analysis of the tactical and psychological challenges facing South Africa in their 2026 World Cup curtain-raiser. Bafana Bafana head coach HugoContinue Reading

Soweto Marathon 2025: Essential Guide to Road Closures and Navigating ‘The People’s Race’

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Soweto Marathon 2025: Essential Guide to Road Closures and Navigating ‘The People’s Race’ Soweto Marathon 2025: Essential Guide to Road Closures and Navigating ‘The People’s Race’ JOHANNESBURG – The annual African Bank Soweto Marathon, a cornerstone of South Africa’s athletic calendar, is set to transform the roads of the iconicContinue Reading