Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis knows South Africa faces a tough task against Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualification play-offs.

New Zealand back Billy Proctor was ruled out of the four-Test series with South Africa on Thursday after fracturing his shoulder, with the experienced Richie Mo'unga called up as a replacement.

Kaizer Chiefs have returned to the top of the Betway Premiership after securing a 2-0 win over Sekhukhune United.

Lionel Messi made an emotional return on Wednesday following his father's death and hints at retirement, but it wasn't enough for his Inter Miami side who were knocked out of the Leagues Cup in a 3-2 loss to Mexico's Leon.

Banyana Banyana’s long route at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualification gets underway against Nigeria in Morocco.