Shibobo's correspondent, covering South African football.
Banyana Banyana and the women's game
The South African Football Association says Banyana Banyana Head Coach Dr Desiree Ellis has named her squad for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup play-offs. Captain Refiloe Jane misses the opening match.
Cups
Sinoxolo Kwayiba scored the winning penalty after a handball ruling, according to the league and Stellenbosch FC. Stellenbosch will host Orlando Pirates in the semi-final.
African club football
The Confederation of African Football says USM Alger took the Super Cup in Pretoria. An Iqraam Rayners penalty levelled it for Mamelodi Sundowns, but two more goals settled it.
Bafana Bafana
The South African Football Association said coach Pitso Mosimane held his first training session on Monday evening, with some players still arriving from abroad. Bafana Bafana host Kenya on Friday 13 November 2026.