Deschamps: France’s Perfect Start Means Nothing in Knockout Stage
epa13057422 France's head coach Didier Deschamps gestures during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match France against Iraq, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, 22 June 2026. EPA/WILL OLIVER

Deschamps: France’s Perfect Start Means Nothing in Knockout Stage

France head coach Didier Deschamps believes his side have justified their status as World Cup favourites after a flawless group-stage campaign.

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Nagelsmann Laments Germany’s Missed Chances After Painful World Cup Exit
epa13074150 Germany's head coach Julian Nagelsmann gestures during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match Germany against Paraguay, in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 29 June 2026. EPA/GREG COOPER

Nagelsmann Laments Germany’s Missed Chances After Painful World Cup Exit

Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann admitted there was a deep sense of disappointment in the dressing room after his side's heartbreaking following their exit from the World Cup.

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Broos: We Have To Work On Power And Speed In South Africa
epa13071019 South Africa's head coach Hugo Broos looks on prior the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match South Africa against Canada, in Los Angeles, USA, 28 June 2026. EPA/CHRISTOPER TORRES

Broos: We Have To Work On Power And Speed In South Africa

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has highlighted the physical demands of modern football and stressed that South Africa needs to improve in key areas such as "power and speed".

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Mokoena: It Was So Quiet In The Locker Room
Teboho Mokoena of South Africa comforts a disappointed Thalente Mbatha of South Africa during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Last 32 match between South Africa and Canada at the Sofi Stadium, Los Angeles, America on 28 June 2026 ©Gavin Barker/BackpagePix

Mokoena: It Was So Quiet In The Locker Room

Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena reflected on a sombre dressing room atmosphere following their World Cup exit, admitting the squad was left heartbroken after a narrow defeat.

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Williams: We Can Leave With Our Heads High
Ronwen Williams of South Africa leads team during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Last 32 match between South Africa and Canada at the Sofi Stadium, Los Angeles, America on 28 June 2026 ©Gavin Barker/BackpagePix

Williams: We Can Leave With Our Heads High

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has expressed immense pride in his teammates despite South Africa's World Cup exit.

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Hugo Broos Yet To Decide On Retirement After Memorable World Cup Run
epa13071220 South Africa's head coach Hugo Broos (2-L) and his players during a hydration break in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match South Africa against Canada, in Los Angeles, USA, 28 June 2026. EPA/SCOTT STRAZZANTE

Hugo Broos Yet To Decide On Retirement After Memorable World Cup Run

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos admits he is still undecided about his future after South Africa's impressive FIFA World Cup campaign.

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Heartbreak for Bafana Bafana as Canada End World Cup Dream
epa13071050 Jonathan David (L) of Canada in action against Mbekezeli Mbokazi of South Africa during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match South Africa against Canada, in Los Angeles, USA, 28 June 2026. EPA/SCOTT STRAZZANTE

Heartbreak for Bafana Bafana as Canada End World Cup Dream

Bafana Bafana's journey in the World Cup came to an end after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Canada in the Round of 32 at the SoFi Stadium in California.

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Ime Okon: “We Carry the Whole Country With Us” in World Cup Run
Ime Okon during the FIFA World Cup 2026, South Africa Press Conference at the Sofi Stadium, Los Angeles, America on 27 June 2026 ©Gavin Barker/BackpagePix

Ime Okon: “We Carry the Whole Country With Us” in World Cup Run

Bafana Bafana defender Ime Okon says the squad is driven not only by personal pride and family, but also by a strong sense of responsibility to represent the entire nation as they continue their World Cup journey.

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Hugo Broos: World Cup Already a Success, But Bafana Want More
Hugo Broos during the FIFA World Cup 2026, South Africa Press Conference at the Sofi Stadium, Los Angeles, America on 27 June 2026 ©Gavin Barker/BackpagePix

Hugo Broos: World Cup Already a Success, But Bafana Want More

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos believes South Africa have already surpassed expectations by reaching the FIFA World Cup knockout stages, but insists his side are hungry for more success in their historic run.

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