🇿🇦 FIFA World Cup 2026 · CAF

South Africa at World Cup 2026

South Africa face Mexico in the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Azteca Stadium — a dramatic return to the World Cup stage for Bafana Bafana. The Mexicans hosted them at the 2010 World Cup, and the fixture carries enormous symbolic weight.

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Group A Standing

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4🇿🇦 South Africa1-20-0-10
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🇿🇦 South Africa — Route to the Final

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Group Stage

3 group matches

Current
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Round of 32

First knockout round

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Round of 16

Second knockout round

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Quarter-Final

Last 8

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Semi-Final

Last 4

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World Cup Final

19 Jul 2026 · MetLife Stadium

To lift the World Cup, South Africa must win 5 more knockout matches after advancing from the group — any of which could go to extra time and penalties.
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Upcoming Fixtures

Czechia vs South Africa

Thu 18 Jun, 16:00 UTC

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South Africa vs South Korea

Thu 25 Jun, 01:00 UTC

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Recent Results

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Mexico vs South Africa

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South Africa at World Cup 2026 — FAQ

Is South Africa in the World Cup 2026?▾
Yes. South Africa (CAF) qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026, which takes place in USA, Canada and Mexico from 11 June to 19 July 2026.
What group is South Africa in at World Cup 2026?▾
South Africa are in Group J at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The top two teams from each group advance to the Round of 32.
When does South Africa play at World Cup 2026?▾
South Africa's next match is Czechia vs South Africa on Thu 18 Jun, 16:00 UTC.
How can I watch South Africa at World Cup 2026?▾
World Cup 2026 is broadcast in the USA on Fox Sports and Telemundo. In the UK on ITV and BBC. In Australia on SBS. Check our Watch Live guide for all country broadcasters.

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