No contract extension for Bafana Bafana boss Hugo Broos, say SAFA

The Belgian mentor led South Africa to two Africa Cup of Nations as well as the FIFA 2026 World Cup.

At 74-year-old, Broos made it clear that he intended to step down at the conclusion of the tournament, but fans pleaded for the mentor to remain in charge until after the 2027 AFCON.

A number of media outlets suggested that Broos had been offered a new one-year deal, but SAFA have now moved to dispel those rumours.

"SAFA has learnt with concern of reports and rumours being circulated by respected media houses alleging that Bafana Bafana Head Coach Hugo Broos has been offered or issued with a one-year contract extension," read the statement.

"SAFA wishes to categorically state that these reports are false, unfounded and misleading.

"To set the record straight, SAFA has not issued any contract to any coach in respect of the Bafana Bafana head coach position. Coach Hugo Broos remains under contract with SAFA until the end of July 2026, in accordance with his existing agreement.

“The Association’s governance processes regarding the Bafana Bafana technical team have not yet been concluded. Therefore no decision has been taken, and no contract has been issued or approved by the National Executive Committee.”