Johan van der Merwe Articles - WHYWEARE

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.

Neville: Cape Verde shows football is unpredictable - that's why we love it!

Cape Verde Advances to World Cup Round of 32, Prepares for Argentina Showdown

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago06 mins

Cape Verde makes history, advancing to the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 in their debut! They’ll face Argentina next. Get ready for the showdown!

England vs New Zealand: Ben Duckett and Ben Stokes haul hosts back into third Test

Nottingham: Duckett century and Stokes bowling lead England’s fightback in third Test

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago010 mins

Ben Duckett’s century and Ben Stokes’ crucial bowling performance spark England’s fightback in the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. England trail

Sphephelo 'Yaya' Sithole on bouncing back from Mexico nightmare to securing World Cup knockout round qualification against South Korea - 'It's not how you start, it's how you finish' - Goal.com

Sithole reflects on Bafana Bafana’s World Cup knockout stage qualification

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago07 mins

Bafana Bafana midfielder Sphephelo Sithole reflects on his challenging journey, from an early red card to helping South Africa qualify for the World Cup knockou

Elliot Anderson transfer news: Man City agree deal to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder

Manchester City agree deal for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago07 mins

Manchester City agree record-breaking £116m deal for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, potentially making him the most expensive British player.

Brits’ maiden T20I century powers Proteas to crucial World Cup win

Proteas secure crucial World Cup win against Netherlands

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago06 mins

The Proteas Women secured a vital 88-run World Cup victory against the Netherlands in Bristol, significantly boosting their net run rate and semi-final hopes.

World Cup 2026: Sebastian Beccacece goes from brink to World Cup history with Ecuador

Ecuador secures World Cup knockout stage spot with dramatic win over Germany

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago08 mins

Ecuador made history by beating Germany 2-1 in New Jersey, securing a World Cup knockout stage spot. Coach Sebastian Beccacece’s emotional journey culminates in

Man Utd contact Julian Alvarez’s representatives to join Arsenal in battle for Atletico Madrid forward – Paper Talk

Johan van der Merwe4 months ago06 mins

Manchester United and Arsenal are reportedly battling for Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez. Man Utd have contacted his representatives, joining Arsenal in

Sport