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World Cup-bound DRC can finally banish the ghosts of 52 years ago
The Congolese defeated Jamaica in a playoff that was about more than just qualification, it was an opportunity for this nation -- the fallen giants of the African game -- to reopen history and ultimately, hopefully, rewrite it.
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Mbokazi screamer can't hide that Bafana have plenty to fix in two months
South Africa controlled the tempo for the lion's share of both games, but their dominance did not always translate to goals and lapses at the back meant they drew 1-1 in Durban and lost 2-1 in Cape Town.
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GHANA
With 600 applications for the Ghana job, which of these coaches will get it?
It was a matter of if, not when, Otto Addo was going to be fired as Ghana coach. But now the Black Stars have just two months to the FIFA World Cup, so who will lead them there?
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FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS
Meet the World Cup debutants: Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, Uzbekistan tell their stories
From soccer to food, experts on each national team to qualify for their first World Cup in 2026 help us get better acquainted with their country.
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If England are going to win the World Cup, it's because of Harry Kane
England were without their star player as they failed to beat Japan at Wembley, only proving how important the Bayern Munich striker is for this team.
TRANSFER TALK
Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Liverpool's Ekitike over Haaland
Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike has emerged as an attractive option for Real Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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Liverpool was the perfect city for Salah, and they changed each other for the better
TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR
Why have Tottenham hired De Zerbi? Are his tactics right for a relegation fight?
De Zerbi is Tottenham's third manager of a turbulent season. Why have Spurs turned to him, and is his playing style suited to battle against the drop?
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Tudor's disastrous six-week stint has left Spurs even closer to relegation
Igor Tudor will be remembered at Tottenham Hotspur as the firefighter who used petrol instead of water. That's if he's remembered at all.
SOUTH AFRICAN FOOTBALL
SA giants Kaizer Chiefs announce women's team
In a Tuesday announcement that had been eagerly anticipated for some time, Kaizer Chiefs announced the formation of their women's team, Kaizer Chiefs Ladies.
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FIFA WORLD CUP
One thing to know about each World Cup team
The FIFA World Cup lineup is complete as all 48 teams are now confirmed. But what's one thing you need to know about each nation?
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2026 World Cup: Which 48 teams qualified for the tournament?
The race to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is drawing to a close. Here's how it's looking around the globe.
A completely serious look at why Salah would do well in South Africa's PSL
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