FIFA WORLD CUP

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Broos declares Bafana ready for Mexico before a massive global audience

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has proclaimed his team ready to take the battle to the hosts and a team he views as favourites in Group A, Mexico, in today’s 2026 FIFA World Cup opener at the iconic Azteca stadium at 13:00 (9pm SA Time).

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Nigeria show character in friendly loss to Portugal

Nigeria produced an encouraging display against FIFA World Cup-bound Portugal despite suffering a narrow 2-1 defeat in an entertaining international friendly in Leiria on Wednesday night.

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Raphinha confirms Barcelona commitment while leading Brazil Into FIFA World Cup battle

Raphinha has reiterated his commitment to FC Barcelona while turning his focus to leading Brazil into the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Bafana Bafana won’t be pushovers warns Teboho Mokoena

Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena insists they are determined to show they belong on football's biggest stage when they kick off their Group A campaign against hosts Mexico.

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Santiago Gimenez confident as Mexico prepare for FIFA World Cup opener vs Bafana Bafana

Mexico will begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against South Africa at the Estadio Azteca on Thursday, hoping to make the perfect start in front of a passionate home crowd.

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How can I watch Bafana Bafana battle Mexico in the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Thursday?

South Africa take on co-hosts Mexico in a highly anticipated opening FIFA World Cup 2026 fixture at the Mexico City Stadium on Thursday. 

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