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World Cup 2026 · Group A · FIFA #60
South Africa
- Group
- A
- FIFA Rank
- #60
- Pot
- 4
- Formation
- 4-4-2
Group A · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇲🇽 Mexico | #15 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇰🇷 South Korea | #25 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic | #41 | 3 |
| 4 | 🇿🇦 South Africa | #60 | 4 |
South Africa's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 19:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Mexico vs 🇿🇦 South Africa
Mexico City Stadium (Estadio Azteca / Estadio Banorte)
· Mexico City · capacity 87,000 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Mexico's team page →
Matchday 2 · 16:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Czech Republic vs 🇿🇦 South Africa
Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)
· Atlanta · capacity 71,000 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Czech Republic's team page →
Matchday 3 · 01:00 UTC (next day)
🇿🇦 South Africa vs 🇰🇷 South Korea
Monterrey Stadium (Estadio BBVA)
· Guadalupe · capacity 51,000 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See South Korea's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-4-2 ↔ 4-2-3-1 in possession
Pivot
Teboho Mokoena
Attacking focus
Themba Zwane · Lyle Foster
Identity
Broos blends structure with the deep counter that beat AFCON heavyweights
South Africa squad · 26
Provisional 2026 World Cup squad. Tap any player for their profile.
Head coach
Hugo Broos
Belgian coach Hugo Broos, an AFCON winner with Cameroon, took charge of South Africa in 2021 and guided Bafana Bafana back to the World Cup with a disciplined, counter-attacking side built on the Mamelodi Sundowns core.
Goalkeepers 3
Defenders 10
Midfielders 5
Forwards 8
South Africa at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 4 (incl. 2026) | Group stage · 4× champion |
How to watch South Africa
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: SABC · SuperSport
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Read more about South Africa
South Africa World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does South Africa play their first World Cup 2026 match?
South Africa's tournament begins Jun 11, 2026 against Mexico at Mexico City Stadium, Mexico City (19:00 UTC).
Who is South Africa's coach at World Cup 2026?
Hugo Broos.
What group is South Africa in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group A with Mexico, South Korea, Czech Republic.
What is South Africa's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#60 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 4.
Has South Africa ever reached a World Cup Group stage?
South Africa's best finish is Group stage, reached 4 times. They have appeared at 4 World Cups including 2026.
Who is South Africa's captain at World Cup 2026?
Ronwen Williams.
Where can I watch South Africa's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; SABC · SuperSport in South Africa.