Bafana Bafana Dropped Late Points by Kenya in 2027 AFCON Qualifier at Orlando Stadium
Bafana Bafana drew 2-2 with Kenya at Orlando Stadium, dropping their first points in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers after conceding a late goal.
Bafana Bafana drew 2-2 with Kenya at Orlando Stadium, dropping their first points in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers after conceding a late goal.
19 hours ago|November 15, 2026|Cape Flats News|Bafana
Benni McCarthy returned to Orlando Amstel Arena as Kenya coach for a 2027 AFCON qualifier, drawing 2-2 with South Africa in Soweto.
2 days ago|November 14, 2026|Cape Flats News|AFCON
The Springboks lost their No 1 world rugby ranking after a heavy defeat to New Zealand but regained it following a Cape Town win in August 2026.
2 days ago|November 14, 2026|Cape Flats News|Rugby
France beat world champions South Africa 21-19 at Stade de France on 13 November 2026, ending a 21-year home drought.
2 days ago|November 14, 2026|Cape Flats News|Rugby
Nick Feinberg predicts Arsenal will win the 2026/27 Premier League title after their sixth one-goal win, beating Hull City 1-0 on 7 November 2026.
5 days ago|November 10, 2026|Cape Flats News|English Premier League
Michael Carrick’s future at Manchester United remains unclear after a 3-0 home defeat by Bournemouth left the club in 16th place.
3 weeks ago|October 28, 2026|Cape Flats News|English Premier League
Ryan Rickelton returns to Newlands for the decisive third Test against Australia, banking on his strong home record ahead of the series decider.
3 weeks ago|October 26, 2026|Cape Flats News|Cricket
Mainz 05 and Nexgen Football School held a two-day clinic in Cape Town, training 85 youth players and coaches in European football coaching methods.
3 weeks ago|October 24, 2026|Cape Flats News|Football
South African rugby lock Hyron Andrews died in France on 16 October 2026 ahead of Lions’ Champions Cup match. Tributes from rugby leaders followed.
4 weeks ago|October 17, 2026|Cape Flats News|Rugby
Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns face off in the sold-out 2026 MTN8 final at Moses Mabhida Stadium on 10 October, showcasing South African football.
1 month ago|October 10, 2026|Cape Flats News|Football
Temba Bavuma backs the Proteas to adapt and succeed despite a mounting hamstring injury crisis ahead of the Australia Test series starting 9 October.
1 month ago|October 2, 2026|Cape Flats News|Cricket
The 2026 WKN SA Open Championships returned to Retreat, Cape Town, featuring local and international kickboxers in a two-day event hosted by Vibrant Sports.
2 months ago|September 30, 2026|Cape Flats News|Sport
South Africa beat Australia by 32 runs in the Pink Day ODI at Wanderers, sealing the series with centuries from Miller and Bavuma.
2 months ago|September 28, 2026|Cape Flats News|Cricket
Real Madrid confirmed Kylian Mbappé’s left knee hyperextension after his injury during France’s Nations League win over Turkey on 25 September 2026.
2 months ago|September 27, 2026|Cape Flats News|Football
Stormers forward BJ Dixon is available for the URC season opener after completing medical protocols and returning to full squad training.
2 months ago|September 24, 2026|Cape Flats News|Rugby
A €100 million French rugby club deal has hit trouble, with reports of missing funds impacting South African players.
2 months ago|September 20, 2026|Cape Flats News|Rugby
Veteran racing driver Marcel Angel, 62, died on Saturday, 19 September 2026, following a fatal crash during Race 1 of the Extreme SuperCars category at Killarney International Raceway in Cape Town. The incident occurred during the National Extreme Festival, leading organisers to cancel the remainder of the day’s racing programme...
2 months ago|September 20, 2026|Cape Flats News|Sport
According to Transfer News, Liverpool are reportedly weighing a sensational free transfer move for former Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal as a mounting injury crisis strips their right back department to the bare bones. The 34 year old Spain international is available on a free after his contract at the...
2 months ago|September 7, 2026|Cape Flats News|English Premier League
Lamontville Golden Arrows secured a 2-1 victory over Kaizer Chiefs in their MTN8 quarter-final clash at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday, 9 August 2026. The defeat marks a premature exit for the Soweto giants and serves as the first competitive loss for coach Nasreddine Nabi since his...
3 months ago|August 10, 2026|By CapeFlats.co.za|South African Premier Division
The Griquas moved to the top of the Currie Cup Premier Division log on August 8, 2026, after a 31-19 victory over the Lions at Suzuki Stadium in Kimberley. The win in this high-stakes clash saw the Kimberley-based side leapfrog their opponents in the standings. Match Performance And Key Contributors...
3 months ago|August 8, 2026|By Siphiwe Dlamini|Rugby
BBC Sport has released the nineteenth entry in its ongoing digital feature, ‘Guess the Premier League star’, testing the knowledge of football supporters regarding current players in the English top flight. The interactive series requires participants to identify an unnamed player based on specific career milestones, club history, and international...
3 months ago|August 8, 2026|Cape Flats News|English Premier League
The Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) officially demanded the resignation of FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Friday, 7 August 2026, following a controversial attempt to privatise commercial rights to the World Cup. The call comes amidst escalating tensions within global football governance regarding the now-abandoned ‘FIFA Forward Enterprise’ investment plan. Pressure...
3 months ago|August 8, 2026|By Siphiwe Dlamini|Football
The South African Football Association (SAFA) is set to name a successor to Hugo Broos on Saturday, 8 August 2026, following the conclusion of the Belgian coach’s five-year tenure on 31 July 2026. The appointment comes as the national governing body navigates a highly charged political atmosphere ahead of its...
3 months ago|August 6, 2026|By Layla Hadid|Bafana
Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has spoken openly about the emotional challenges his squad faced during their pre-season preparations following the death of midfielder Jayden Adams on 11 July 2026. The club was forced to delay their scheduled European training camp to allow players and staff to attend the...
3 months ago|August 5, 2026|By Layla Hadid|South African Premier Division
Team South Africa secured three additional medals on the penultimate day of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, bringing the national tally to 28 medals as the multi-sport event nears its conclusion. The haul, consisting of two silvers and one bronze, arrived on August 1, 2026, as athletes competed in...
4 months ago|August 2, 2026|By Siphiwe Dlamini|Sport
Team South Africa has delivered a series of high-calibre performances at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, securing a significant medal haul across various sporting disciplines. The multi-sport event, which commenced with the opening ceremony on 23 July 2026, has seen South African athletes consistently feature on the podium...
4 months ago|August 2, 2026|By CapeFlats.co.za|Sport
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has officially withdrawn the proposal to sell a 20 per cent stake in a new commercial venture designed to manage World Cup rights. The project, known as the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), was valued at $20 billion and intended to raise up to $4.2 billion in...
4 months ago|August 1, 2026|Bobby Boucher|World Cup 2026
Manchester United has confirmed that academy prospects Shea Lacey and Tyler Fletcher will remain at the club for the 2026/27 season, bypassing potential loan moves to ensure their integration into the senior squad. The decision highlights the club’s commitment to a youth-first strategy, positioning both players at the front of...
4 months ago|August 1, 2026|By Siphiwe Dlamini|Football
A crowdfunding campaign launched to support former Springbok fly-half Derick Hougaard has sparked significant public criticism, with social media users questioning the request for financial assistance. The initiative, titled ‘Together for Derick Hougaard’ and organised by Lizelle Gers, seeks to raise AUD$28,000—approximately R330,000—to cover the former rugby player’s living expenses,...
4 months ago|August 1, 2026|By CapeFlats.co.za|Rugby
South African athlete Masala Makatu secured a silver medal in the men’s T12 100m final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, clocking a time of 11.04 seconds at Scotstoun Stadium on 30 July. His achievement marks the first track and field medal for Team South Africa at this year’s...
4 months ago|July 31, 2026|Bobby Boucher|Sport