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Johan van der Merwe

Sports Editor

Johan van der Merwe is a sports editor with over 10 years in digital journalism across football, rugby and athletics. He oversees coverage and keeps the desk honest about what the sources actually say.

Bafana Bafana qualify for the World Cup knockout round for the first time ever - Daily Maverick

Monterrey: Bafana Bafana make history with first World Cup knockout stage qualification

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago06 mins

Bafana Bafana make history, qualifying for their first-ever Fifa World Cup knockout stage after a thrilling 1-0 victory against South Korea in Monterrey.

World Cup 2026: Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan - Cristiano Ronaldo arrives at tournament to break more scoring records

Houston: Ronaldo makes World Cup history in Portugal’s 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago06 mins

Cristiano Ronaldo makes history, scoring in six World Cup campaigns as Portugal crushes Uzbekistan 5-0 in Houston. A significant turnaround for Portugal.

Arsenal make Villa’s Morgan Rogers their No 1 target in transfer window

Arsenal’s pursuit of Rogers

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago09 mins

Arsenal are reportedly targeting Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers as their main summer transfer target. The Gunners aim to strengthen Mikel Arteta’s squad, but a sub

France and two-goal Mbappe roar into World Cup

France Secures 3-1 Victory Over Senegal in World Cup Opener

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago07 mins

France triumphs over Senegal with a 3-1 victory in their World Cup opener. Kylian Mbappé scored twice, securing a strong start for France. Read more here.

Gqeberha: Junior Boks and Springboks combine for SA A team against Zimbabwe

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago06 mins

SA A team, featuring Springboks & Junior Boks, takes on Zimbabwe at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium this Saturday. Don’t miss this exciting rugby clash in Gqeber

Exciting teams named for Gqeberha double-header

Gqeberha double-header: Springboks name team for Barbarians clash

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago07 mins

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus names a blend of experienced internationals and exciting new talent for the Barbarians clash in Gqeberha this Saturday.

Stormers locks receive Springbok call-ups for international season

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago06 mins

Stormers locks Ruben van Heerden and Adré Smith receive Springbok call-ups for the international season due to injuries, joining the national training camp. Get

‘They should have a coach by now’: Mudau warns Kaizer Chiefs - The South African

Kaizer Chiefs urged to appoint new coach ahead of pre-season

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago06 mins

Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Johannes ‘Bricks’ Mudau urges the club to appoint a new head coach quickly, as pre-season approaches after the departure of co-coa

MAHLATSE’S DAILY WORLD CUP TALKING POINT | Bafana must be prepared for Czechia’s aerial threat - TimesLIVE

Bafana Bafana prepare for Czechia’s aerial threat in crucial World Cup clash

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago06 mins

Bafana Bafana gear up for a tough World Cup qualifier against Czechia on Thursday at Atlanta Stadium. Both teams seek a crucial win after opening defeats. Don’t

Correctional Services commends officials preparing for Comrades Marathon

Correctional Services officials prepare for Comrades Marathon

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago09 mins

Correctional Services officials are gearing up for the challenging Comrades Marathon ‘uprun’ from Durban to Pietermaritzburg this weekend. Over 200 officials wi