The test is in the tasting

Warning: Prolonged cynicism about Fifa's intentions in South Africa can lead to all sorts of dreadful side effects.

'You play so well ... and you carry drinks all season'

Nasief Morris puts his pride in his pocket and Jean de Villiers throws his name in the hat for Springbok selection. It's the quotes of the week.

Safa constitution may be revised

Fifa intervention has kept Safa's factions apart since the election that catapulted Kirsten Nematandani into the most senior position in soccer.

The football is in their court

With the Fifa World Cup looming for South Africa, these are the men battling for control of local footballs future after the global showpiece.

Jordaan concerned by World Cup ticket sales

Less that 100 000 tickets have been sold for fans in the six African countries competing in the 2010 World Cup finals that kicks off on June 11.

Ticking time bomb in SA soccer

An uneasy truce reigns over South African soccer ahead of the World Cup, but there are reports of a ticking time bomb in the game's administration.

Busy schedule for Bafana Bafana

Carlos Alberto Parreira gets down to the business end of getting Bafana ready for the 2010 World Cup with a hectic schedule which kicks off next month

'Bafana can expect favourable 2010 draw'

With literally billions at stake Fifa will ensure South Africa emerges with a reasonably favourable opening round draw when the pick is made on Friday

Bafana aim for second round

World Cup hosts South Africa say they are aiming to be among the 16 best teams at the tournament next year.

Safa extends referee corruption probe

Safa has extended its terms of reference to Judge Graham Mushwana's Investigation on alleged corruption amongst referees.

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