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Watch: Boks flag brutal All Blacks cleanouts
Assistant coach Felix Jones reveals the feedback the Springboks got from SA’s URC clubs about playing against the All Blacks. betsport24.es
Springboks assistant coach Felix Jones outlines key technical takeaways provided by franchise staff following matches against the All Blacks. #mapantsulaarugbyshow #rugbysgreatestrivalry #springboks #allblacks pic.twitter.com/l20mt0Vfvc
— Mapantsula a Rugby Show (@MapantsulaRugby) August 18, 2026
Photo: Sydney Seshibedi/Gallo Images
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Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad: Date, Kick-off Time and Match Preview
Match details
| Item | Confirmed detail |
| Fixture | Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad |
| Competition | LaLiga 2026/27, Matchday 1 |
| Date | Wednesday, 26 August 2026 |
| Venue | Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid |
| Kick-off | 21:00 CEST / 21:00 SAST |
| Fixture status | Rescheduled from the 15–16 August opening weekend |
Why the fixture was moved
The match was initially listed for the weekend of 15–16 August. LaLiga moved it to the final midweek slot after Real Madrid had players involved in the World Cup. The rescheduling means this is still a Matchday 1 fixture, but it is not Real Madrid’s first league game of the season: Mourinho’s team are scheduled to visit Espanyol on Saturday, 22 August before hosting Real Sociedad.
Real Madrid match context
Real Madrid begin the 2026/27 campaign under José Mourinho, who was appointed head coach in June. The club’s early-season programme has been shaped by the late return of players involved in the World Cup, so any confirmed squad list, injuries and starting line-up should be checked close to kick-off through the official match channels.
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Real Sociedad match context
Real Sociedad travel to Madrid for a high-profile opening-round fixture. The visitors will look to make the most of a match that now arrives after Real Madrid’s away trip to Espanyol. Their confirmed squad news, manager comments and availability should be added only when published by the club or LaLiga.
What to watch
· Real Madrid’s first home league match of the campaign at the Bernabéu.
· How Mourinho manages the return of players who had limited preseason preparation after the World Cup.
· Whether Real Sociedad can disrupt Real Madrid’s home start with a disciplined away performance.
· Official team news and starting line-ups, which should be updated shortly before kick-off.
Team news and transfers
In particular, Real Madrid officially denied reports of an Enzo Fernández transfer in July, so he should not be listed as a Real Madrid signing.
How to follow the match
South African supporters should check their local broadcaster and live-score services for viewing information, team news and match updates. Kick-off is scheduled for 21:00 SAST, the same time as the listed Madrid kick-off because both locations are on UTC+2 in August.
FAQs
When is Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad?
The rescheduled LaLiga Matchday 1 fixture is on Wednesday, 26 August 2026.
Where is the match being played?
It will be played at the Santiago Bernabéu in Madrid.
What time is kick-off in South Africa?
Kick-off is scheduled for 21:00 SAST.
Why was the match postponed?
It was moved from the opening weekend because Real Madrid had players involved in the latter stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Who is Real Madrid’s coach?
José Mourinho is Real Madrid’s head coach for the 2026/27 season.
Conclusion
Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad remains one of the headline fixtures of LaLiga’s opening round, even after its move to 26 August. The most useful pre-match updates will be the official squad lists, manager comments and confirmed line-ups published close to kick-off.
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Patrick Vieira appointed head coach of Senegal
Former France midfielder Patrick Vieira has been appointed head coach of Senegal, the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) announced on Tuesday.
Vieira takes over from Pape Thiaw, whose tenure concluded after Senegal’s elimination from this year’s World Cup in the round of 32.
“Mr Patrick Vieira is the new coach of Senegal’s senior national team. The date of the official presentation and the next steps in his installation will be the subject of a subsequent announcement,” the FSF stated on X.
This marks the 50-year-old’s first role as a national team coach, following previous managerial positions at clubs in England, France, and Italy.
Vieira’s club experience includes managing Crystal Palace in the Premier League, French clubs Nice and Strasbourg, and a brief period in charge of Serie A side Genoa.
Vieira was born in Dakar, Senegal’s capital, and went on to become one of France’s most distinguished midfielders, Vieira was a key member of the teams that won the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000, earning over 100 caps. At club level, he is most recognised for his time with Arsenal, where he made more than 400 appearances and secured three Premier League titles.
Vieira’s first matches at the helm of Senegal will be during next month’s international window. The 2021 Africa Cup of Nations champions are continuing their preparations for the 2027 tournament, with qualifiers set to commence as early as September.
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Tough Outing for South Africa as India Clinches Victory at World Cup
AMSTELVEEN, NETHERLANDS – August 18: South Africa’s campaign at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup hit a challenging hurdle on Tuesday, as a clinical Indian side secured a 6-1 victory in their second Pool D encounter at the Wagener Hockey Stadium.
Following an opening defeat to England, South Africa entered the match eager to establish a foothold in the tournament. While the team showed moments of promise and persistence, India’s tactical precision and efficiency in front of goal ultimately dictated the rhythm of the game.
India, ranked ninth in the world, signalled their intent early and opened the scoring in the 11th minute through Sunelita Toppo. Despite South Africa’s attempts to disrupt the momentum, India doubled their advantage in the second quarter when Navneet Kaur converted a penalty corner. Sushila Chanu added a third before the halftime break, leaving South Africa with a significant deficit to overcome heading into the second half.
The third quarter saw India’s attacking unit find further success. Deepika struck in the 38th minute, followed by quick-fire goals from Lalremsiami and Sakshi Rana, extending the lead to 6-0 by the 45th minute.
To their credit, the South African side never conceded the competitive spirit. Throughout the match, individual efforts, particularly attacking runs from the likes of Onthatile Zulu and Ntsopa Mokoena, constantly tested the Indian defence. This persistence was finally rewarded in the 55th minute when Kayla de Waal found the back of the net from a penalty corner, securing South Africa’s first goal of the tournament.
Reflecting on the match, the scoreline illustrates the punishing nature of top-tier international hockey, where defensive lapses in transition are quickly exploited. While the result is a difficult setback for the team’s World Cup ambitions, the goal-scoring breakthrough provides a small but necessary positive point of reference for the squad.
Captain Edith Molikoe and her side will now look to regroup as they continue to gain invaluable experience against world-class opposition. With the intensity of the World Cup environment unforgiving, the focus for the remainder of the campaign will be on refining defensive structures and building upon the attacking flashes that characterized their play throughout this encounter.
As the tournament progresses, the team remains committed to the learning process, aiming to bring greater consistency to their performance for the challenges ahead.
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