South Africa
Israeli-media coverage mentioning South Africa, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Aperipha Takes Second in Jerusalem Grand Slam 200m as Israel Hosts Major Meet
Jerusalem hosted the Grand Slam athletics meet at Givat Ram Stadium with about 1,800 spectators and 71 athletes from 29 countries. Israeli athletes earned several podium finishes…
Why Curaçao’s celebrated World Cup shirt may never be worn
Curaçao’s yellow away shirt has been widely praised ahead of the 2026 World Cup, but FIFA rules may keep it off the pitch. Because Curaçao’s group opponents do not clash with its…
Brazil, Mexico, Morocco and South Africa shine in a busy World Cup night
Brazil beat Scotland 3-0, Mexico defeated Czechia 3-0, and Morocco edged Haiti 4-2 in a busy World Cup night. Switzerland, Bosnia, and South Africa also won, with South Africa rea…
From Tel Aviv to Hollywood: Ariella Weld-Cohen Turns Costume Design into Jewish Outreach
Israeli-born costume designer Ariella Weld-Cohen says her Emmy win for Sherman’s Showcase confirmed a prediction made years earlier by a Tel Aviv University teacher. The Hollywood…
Brazil and South Africa advance as three World Cup groups are decided
Brazil, Switzerland, Mexico and South Africa advanced from the World Cup group stage overnight Thursday. Three groups were completed, and the Round of 32 field began to fill out.
Canada Draws South Africa in Opening Knockout Match as World Cup Brackets Take Shape
Canada will meet South Africa in the first knockout match of the 2026 World Cup on Sunday in Los Angeles. Switzerland beat Canada 2-1 in Vancouver to win the group and send the ho…
South Africa Makes History, Mexico Advances Perfectly at World Cup 2026
South Africa beat South Korea 1-0 to reach the World Cup knockout stage for the first time and finish second in Group A. Mexico completed a perfect group stage with a 3-0 win over…
Brazil Cruise Past Scotland as South Africa and Canada Make History
Brazil beat Scotland 3-0, with Vinicius Junior scoring twice and Neymar returning after three years away. South Africa and Canada both reached the World Cup knockout stage for the…
World Cup 2026 enters decisive third round as groups begin to close
Day 14 of the 2026 World Cup opens the decisive third round, with three groups finishing overnight and knockout slots being decided. Canada, Brazil, Mexico and several others are…
Ronaldo makes World Cup history with goals in six different tournaments
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice for Portugal against Uzbekistan at the 2026 World Cup and became the first player to score in six different World Cups. The 41-year-old’s goals were…
Israeli minister says Britain offers Jews no future amid rising antisemitism
At the JNS conference on Tuesday, Minister Ofir Sofer said Jews in Britain have no future as antisemitism rises. He criticized British leaders for condemning Israel instead of fig…
Right-Wing 'Tiger' Poised to Win Colombia’s Presidential Runoff
Abelardo de la Espriella was on track to win Colombia’s presidential runoff, defeating Ivan Cepeda by a narrow margin as more than 99% of votes were counted. He promises to restor…
Paraguay Fan Marisol Olmedo Becomes a Viral World Cup Figure
Marisol Olmedo, a Paraguay fan known as “La Madrina,” has become a viral figure at the 2026 World Cup. She drew attention in the stands, on social media, and after an Instagram wa…
Parents Mark One Year Since Soldier Israel Nathan Rosenfeld Was Killed, and Ask for Unity in His Memory
The parents of 20-year-old soldier Israel Nathan Rosenfeld visited his grave in Ra’anana to mark one year since he was killed on June 29, 2025. They said they have spent the past…
Spain and Morocco Vie for 2030 World Cup Final Hosting Rights
Spain and Morocco are competing to host the 2030 World Cup final, with FIFA yet to decide. Morocco wants the new 115,000-seat Hassan II Stadium in Casablanca, while Spain is backi…
Spain leans on Lamine Yamal, while Iran braces for boos
Spain’s 0-0 draw with Cape Verde has deepened pressure on a team relying heavily on injured teenager Lamine Yamal. The preview also says Belgium faces Iran in Los Angeles, where I…
Spain Faces Saudi Arabia as Yamal Remains Doubtful for World Cup Clash
Spain will face Saudi Arabia in Atlanta on Sunday at 19:00, needing a win after an opening draw and with every team in the group on one point. Lamine Yamal remains uncertain, whil…
World Cup Midterm: goals, stars and surprises in a thrilling opening stretch
The article reviews a spectacular opening World Cup phase, led by Lionel Messi’s first World Cup hat trick and an unusually high scoring rate. It also highlights breakout performe…
Mexico secures knockout berth as World Cup groups A and B take shape
Mexico qualified for the round of 32 in World Cup 2026 after beating South Korea 1-0. In Group B, Canada and Switzerland are nearly through after big wins, and both groups will be…
Canada Makes History as Mexico Tops South Korea in World Cup Night of 14 Goals
Canada beat Qatar 6-0 for its first World Cup points, while Mexico defeated South Korea 1-0 to win Group A and reach the knockout stage. Switzerland beat Bosnia 4-1, and Czechia d…
Mexico beats South Korea to win Group A and reach the round of 32
Mexico beat South Korea 1-0 at Akron Stadium near Guadalajara to finish first in Group A. Luis Romo scored in the 50th minute after a goalkeeping error, and Mexico became the firs…
South Africa and Czech Republic Share Points in 1-1 World Cup Draw
South Africa and the Czech Republic drew 1-1 in Atlanta in the opening match of World Cup 2026’s second round. Michal Sadilek scored early for the Czechs, Teboho Mokoena equalized…
Controversial handball call sparks outrage after Czech Republic draw with South Africa
Czech Republic and South Africa drew 1-1 at the World Cup after a disputed handball penalty against Pavel Schulz. The call drew heavy criticism in Czech media and online, while FI…
Czech Midfielder Scores at World Cup After Missing Euro With Tricycle Injury
Michał Sadílek scored for Czechia against South Africa at the 2026 World Cup, in his first World Cup appearance. He had missed the previous Euro after injuring his leg in a tricyc…
Israel Cuts Ties With EU Foreign Policy Chief Over Reported Apartheid Comparison
Israel has cut off contacts with Kaja Kallas, the EU’s top foreign policy official, after a report that she compared Israel to apartheid South Africa. The move comes as the EU rem…
Israel Should Engage Europe, Not Retreat Into Isolation, Column Argues
A Hebrew opinion column says Israel is damaging its own diplomacy by cutting ties with EU officials and relying on personal friendships in Europe. It argues that Hungary under Pet…
World Cup water breaks spark debate over football’s Americanization
FIFA has made three-minute mandatory water breaks part of every 2026 World Cup match, even in air-conditioned stadiums. The rule has drawn backlash over American-style commerciali…
Son Heung-min faces Mexico as Switzerland seek first win of the day
South Korea face Mexico with Son Heung-min still central despite a recent dip in scoring and form. Czechia can likely advance with a win over South Africa, while Switzerland and C…
Mexico Expected to Shuffle Lineup for World Cup Clash With South Korea
The second round of 2026 World Cup group games begins tomorrow, highlighted by Mexico vs. South Korea. Mexico is expected to make a few lineup changes after its opening win, while…
Ghana Heads to the World Cup in Disarray, Despite a Favorable Draw
Ghana goes to the 2026 World Cup in poor form, after a coaching change and a series of disappointing friendlies. The Black Stars still have attacking talent, but injuries, defensi…
Tori Penso to Become Only the Second Woman to Referee a Men’s World Cup Match
Tori Penso will become only the second woman to referee a men’s World Cup match, overseeing Czech Republic vs. South Africa on Thursday in Atlanta. The 39-year-old American, a mot…
South Korea bans local media after reports of mockery of Son Heung-min
South Korea beat Czechia 2-1 in its 2026 World Cup opener, but then reportedly boycotted South Korean media in Guadalajara. The dispute followed claims that journalists mocked cap…
Saudi Arabia’s World Cup flag is kept off the ground for religious and legal reasons
Saudi Arabia’s flag was raised above the pitch at its World Cup 2026 opener against Uruguay because it must not touch the ground. The article says this reflects strict rules gover…
South African Cave Find Pushes Human Fire Use Back Nearly 800,000 Years
Researchers in South Africa say burned bones from Wonderwerk Cave show that Homo erectus may have used fire up to 1.79 million years ago. The evidence, published in PLOS One, is m…
Spain Opens as World Cup Favorite, while Belgium, Saudi Arabia, Iran and New Zealand Also Feature
Spain opens its World Cup 2026 campaign against Cape Verde in Chattanooga as Opta’s top title favorite. Belgium faces Egypt, Saudi Arabia meets Uruguay, and Iran plays New Zealand…
Hapoel Petah Tikva signs Karim Kimvidi after his season at Ashdod
Hapoel Petah Tikva announced the signing of Karim Kimvidi, a 24-year-old Congolese attacking midfielder, on June 14, 2026. He joins from Orlando Pirates after a season on loan at…
60 Years On, the Mini Skirt Still Reflects Fashion and Social Change
The mini skirt, introduced in 1966 and associated with Mary Quant, is turning 60 while remaining a recurring fashion symbol. The article traces its disputed origins, moral backlas…
Why Trump Skipped the U.S. World Cup Opener
Donald Trump did not attend the United States’ 4-1 World Cup win over Paraguay because he is focused on a UFC event at the White House. Mexico’s Claudia Sheinbaum also missed her…
The Lancet Gives a Platform to a Call to Suspend Israel’s Medical Association
The Lancet published an unusual report backing a petition to suspend the Israel Medical Association from the World Medical Association. The IMA rejected the claims, while the WMA…
Viral Mexico fan clip misled social media, then its real origin emerged
A viral video of two Mexico supporters led many social media users to believe it was filmed during the 2026 World Cup opener against South Africa. The clip was actually from last…
Canada Opens Its First-Ever World Cup Match at Home
Canada hosted a World Cup match for the first time ever, facing Bosnia and Herzegovina in its tournament opener. The game followed Mexico’s opening win a day earlier, and Canada a…
Canada Hosts Its First-Ever World Cup Match as 2026 Tournament Opens in North America
Canada hosted its first-ever World Cup match in 2026, facing Bosnia and Herzegovina after Mexico opened the tournament a day earlier. The game was accompanied by a major opening c…
Barcelona Moves Toward Defamation Action Against Florentino Perez
Barcelona has opened mandatory mediation against Real Madrid president Florentino Perez over alleged defamatory claims made on May 12 and the following day. The club says it wants…
Larissa Riquelme Recounts the World Cup Phone Photo That Changed Her Life
Larissa Riquelme said the famous 2010 World Cup phone photo was meant to protect her mobile, not create a sensation. She says the viral moment changed her career and now she is wo…
EU Foreign Policy Chief Sparks Outrage After Israel Apartheid Comparison
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas is under fire after reportedly comparing Israel to apartheid South Africa in closed meetings in Mexico City. The remarks angered Israel and sev…
China Moves Beyond Ports and Mines to Dominate Africa’s AI Market
Foreign Policy reports that China is extending its long-running infrastructure push in Africa into AI. Beijing is funding multilingual AI projects, partnering with African institu…
Retired General Nimrod Sheffer Says Israel Must Return the IDF to a Moral Path
Retired IDF major general Nimrod Sheffer, running with the Democrats, said the army has become less moral because of racism and hatred in Israeli society. He defended party leader…
Canada Eyes a First World Cup Win While Israel Risks Being Overtaken in the All-Time Table
Canada begins its World Cup group stage in Toronto against Bosnia, chasing its first-ever tournament win and a historic first pointless streak. The article also says Israel sits 6…