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Bafana skipper says facing Mexico in the opener provides perfect World Cup stimulus
Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams says facing host nation Mexico in the opening match of next year’s FIFA World Cup is exactly the kind of energy the team needs heading into the tournament.
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.
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.
Pitso Mosimane: Teams from Pot 3-including Bafana-can Spring World Cup surprises
Former Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane has shared the excitement and anxiety that come with a FIFA World Cup draw, ahead of the official spectacle in Washington, USA tonight.
Hugo Broos revisits his Maradona moment on the eve of the World Cup draw
Ahead of tonight’s highly anticipated FIFA 2026 World Cup draw, Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has recalled one of his most important days in football, the day he marked the great Diego Maradona at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico.
Matthew Booth backs Bafana Bafana AFCON squad to challenge for title
Former Bafana Bafana defender Matthew Booth has applauded national team coach Hugo Broos’ 25-man squad selection for the Africa Cup of Nations, which he believes gives South Africa a genuine fighting chance at the title.
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