
FIFA to pay R175 million to Bafana Bafana
Bafana Bafana’s return to the global stage has delivered a major financial boost for SAFA. At least R175 million is on the way.
THURSDAY, 18 DECEMBER 2025, 19:44

Bafana Bafana’s return to the global stage has delivered a major financial boost for SAFA. At least R175 million is on the way.

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