2026 FIFA WORLD CUP

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Bafana Bafana to relive 2010 magic as they open 2026 World Cup against Mexico

Bafana Bafana will relive a famous chapter of South African football history when they open their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against co-hosts Mexico at the iconic Estadio Azteca on 11 June.

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Gordon Igesund warns against facing Mexico ahead of World Cup draw

Former Bafana Bafana coach Gordon Igesund says Bafana Bafana should not even dream of being paired with Mexico for the opening game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the draw for the group stage set to take place this evening in Washington.

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Delron Buckley: Bafana’s comradery helped them qualify for the World Cup

Bafana Bafana legend Delron Buckley insists the unity in the Bafana Bafana camp helped the national team qualify for the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup.

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England boost 2026 World Cup hopes with dominant win over Serbia

England took a giant step towards qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 5-0 victory over Serbia in Belgrade.

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Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike earns first call-up for France

New Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike has received his first France senior national team call-up ahead of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers this month.

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FIFA boss eases visa concerns ahead of US World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has assured African football fans there will be no visa hassles for next year’s FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico, despite the US government’s new restrictions.