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Bafana Bafana have advantage on pitch and in air over Seychelles

Seychelles face a tough battle with Bafana Bafana on Saturday at the FNB stadium but an even tougher route home. Conversely, the Seychelles team will have to deal with a gruelling, much longer flight through Nairobi in Kenya.

Bullish Buccaneers aren’t feeling the pressure claims Micho

Milutin Sredojevic, coach of Orlando Pirates, says the club have great ambitions but he remains calm. He emphatically said, "First of all, the only pressure I feel in my life is the pressure from God. " They’ve now drawn Chippa.

Bafana Bafana rocked by another injury – Vilakazi out now too

Mamelodi Sundowns ace, Sibusiso Vilakazi, has been ruled out with an Achilles injury sustained in Bafana’s friendly contest against Supersport United on Wednesday. Bafana finished as 1-0 victors but will miss Vilakazi.

Baxter bemused by criticism of Bafana for use of brilliant pitch

Stuart Baxter’s decision to use plush Steyn City as a training base has drawn criticism. Property within the luxury estate can fetch up to R25 million. Baxter has ruffled feathers when appointing his son as a goalkeeping coach.

All Blacks have their haka and now Springboks have Sister Bettina

The All Blacks have dominated world rugby for a number of years and some credit their amazing success to their intimidating war dance. Opposition teams have tried lining up against the haka in unison, walking towards the NZ player

Bafana’s Stuart Baxter sweating on late arrivals Phiri, Ndlovu and Tau

Dino Ndlovu‚ Lebo Phiri and Percy Tau are yet to arrive and report for Bafana Bafana duty. Bafana face Seychelles in an AFCON qualifier double-header this month. Baxter confirmed injury niggles for right-back Thapelo Morena.

Remembering Japan’s shock 2015 Rugby World Cup win against the Springboks

Just over three years ago the Springboks suffered one of the biggest shocks in Rugby history at the 2015 Rugby World Cup. The mighty Springboks were humbled in their opening match by the Japanese Blossoms in a shock 34-32 loss.

Chad le Clos strikes gold twice at FINA swimming world cup

The FINA swimming world cup got off to a bang for South Africa as Olympic champion, Chad le Clos kicked off the event by winning the 100m and 200m butterfly gold medals over the first two days. The event kicked off in Eindhoven.

Real Madrid star Luka Modric wins 2018 FIFA Best Award

Real Madrid superstar Luka Modric has won the FIFA 2018 Best player of the year award in a ceremony held in London on Monday night, September 24. The Croatia international defeated Cristiano Ronaldo and Salah to win.

Belgium, France top FIFA world ranking in 1st ever top-spot tie

The Red Devils of Belgian have managed to open a new chapter in history after moving to top of the FIFA world rankings alongside World Cup winners France. It is the first time in the history of the beautiful game this has happened

Russia's top scorer at World Cup Denis Cheryshev under investigation for alleged doping

Valencia winger Denis Cheryshev, Russia's top scorer at the concluded 2018 FIFA World Cup is under investigation for an alleged doping violation. Cheryshev fell under suspicion after his dad revealed he had used growth hormone HGH

Soccer-playing gogos take over SA thanks to Tzaneen football club

Soccer-playing gogos are on the rise throughout the country. Several granny soccer teams participated in a friendly tournament hosted by Tzaneen Football Club in Limpopo recently. Read more about it on Briefly.co.za.

FIFA shortlist Ronaldo, Messi, Hazard others for 2018 best player

The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) have released nominees for the 2018 men's best player. The world football governing body shortlisted 10 footballers that made eye-catching performances for their teams.

Former Bafana midfielder ‘Yeye’ says scorings goals was Africa’s weakness at World Cup

Reneilwe 'Yeye' Letsholonyane the former Bafana Bafana midfielder has given his opinion about the performance of African teams at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. Yeye said scoring goals was a major weakness for teams.

South Africa 2010: What is the lasting legacy of Africa’s World Cup?

The 2010 FIFA World Cup hosted by South Africa is seen by many as one of the crowning achievements of our young nation. The event proved once again that South Africa could stand shoulder to shoulder with any other country.

Selfless gesture! Croatia set to donate World Cup prize money to charity

The Croatia national team has resolved to donate their World Cup prize money amounting to £21 million (R364 million) to a children's charity after emerging runners-up in the just concluded 2018 World Cup tournament in Russia.

DJ Fresh lives it up in Russia for the 2018 Soccer World Cup final

Drinks with his mates, sight seeing and rubbing statues were amongst the many things DJ Fresh was up to while on his trip to Russia for the 2018 Soccer World Cup. So, Briefly decided to give fans a glimpse into Fresh's Russia trip

Croatian president wins admirers for her reaction to losing the 2018 World Cup

Croatia’s President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic might just be the most popular politician on the planet right now. She managed to win the hearts and admiration of countless amounts of people who watched the final of World Cup.

Kylian Mbappé donates entire R6.6m World Cup winnings to charity

19-year-old French World Cup winner Kylian Mbappé will donate his entire World Cup earnings to a charity for sports kids with disabilities. According to reports, he earned a total of R6.6million. Read more on Briefly.co.za.

Babe watch at World Cup: Pamela Anderson cheers on her bae, Adil Rami

Baywatch actress Pamela Anderson was one of the many celebrities who enjoyed the 2018 Soccer World Cup in Russia, and her support probably meant a lot to a certain French football player- her boyfriend Adil Rami.

Qatar 2022: The world looks ahead to what will be an unrivalled spectacle

Russia has been the focal point of the world’s attention for the last month, but this morning the world turns (as it always does after the World Cup) its attention to the tiny Kingdom of Qatar and what to expect in 2022