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SAFA president Danny Jordaan standing with minister Gayton McKenzie at the stands.

‘Bring back my money’ – Angry Gayton McKenzie tells SAFA

Minister of Sport Gayton McKenzie has revealed that SAFA has requested a 21-day grace period after he demanded that they return R30 million meant to assist…
A fan carrying a message in support of the implementation of VAR at a soccer match

SAFA sheds light on progress to bring VAR to SA football

The SA Football Association [SAFA] has provided clarity on the progress of its plans to implement the Video Assistant Referee [VAR] system amidst growing…
Fan calls for VAR in PSL

SA government allocates R82 million for VAR implementation

The South African government has allocated R82 million for the implementation of the Video Assistant Referee [VAR] in the country, in collaboration with SAFA…
Abongile Tom during MTN8 Final

Barker reveals VAR was on the table for MTN8 final

Stellenbosch FC coach Steve Barker has revealed that the VAR was considered for the MTN8 final following the increased controversy surrounding refereeing…
Abdul Ebrahim gives update on imminent VAR implementation in PSL

SAFA’s Abdul Ebrahim gives update on imminent VAR implementation in PSL

Abdul Ebrahim, Head of Referees at SAFA, has given a fresh update regarding the imminent implementation of VAR in the PSL. The subpar standard of officiating…
Rulani Mokwena talks on the influence of VAR ahead of Yanga clash

Rulani Mokwena makes VAR plea ahead of Yanga showdown

In the build-up to Mamelodi Sundowns' crucial CAF Champions League clash against Yanga SC, Rulani Mokwena has made a plea to officials about the usage of…
Chippa United boss Siviwe Mpengesi has made a plea to the powers to introduce video assistant referee [VAR].

Chippa Mpengesi’s plea for VAR in local football

Chippa United boss Siviwe Mpengesi has made a plea to SA football authorities to introduce the video assistant referee [VAR]. Mpengesi, who recently returned…
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Jomo Sono raises VAR concerns in South Africa

South African football legend Jomo Sono has expressed concerns that introducing VAR locally will not be successful. VAR is a system that uses video…
Victor Hlungwani giving out a yellow card during his refereeing times

Refereeing standards in shambles, SAFA must take action, says Victor Hlungwani

Two match officials have been suspended with only three matches to the new season, and the retired DStv Premiership referee Victor Hlungwani is predicting…
Neo Maema and Marcelo Allende in action for Mamelodi Sundowns

When Neo Maema and Marcelo Allende return after red cards

Mamelodi Sundowns had to put up a gallant fight after two red cards were given to Marcelo Allende and Neo Maema against Wydad Casablanca. Despite playing…
Mohamed Farouk watching a footage on a fan’s mobile phone

African referee facing the music for using phone to disallow goal

In a bizarre incident, an African referee raised eyebrows as he strangely disallowed a goal after watching a replay on a spectator’s mobile phone. With…

4 Bafana Bafana attackers sublimely respond to Hugo Broos, one denied by VAR

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has proven to be a stickler for quality and consistency! The Belgian is not shy to demand consistent performances from his…