World Cup 2026 round-up: Canada break South African hearts, Lionel Messi continues Argentina’s trophy surge
Canada defeated South Africa on Sunday with a stoppage-time Stephen Eustaquio winner to see Jesse Marsch’s side advance to the Round of 16 stage to meet either Netherlands or Morocco.
World Cup 2026 analysis: Why Bafana Bafana's historic win over South Korea is about far more than three points
Bafana Bafana's 1-0 victory over South Korea will be remembered as one of the most significant results in South African football history, but the importance of the performance stretches well beyond securing a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stages.
FIFA World Cup news: Hugo Broos criticises 'soft' red card as South Africa fall to Mexico in tournament opener
South Africa's FIFA World Cup campaign began with disappointment as Bafana Bafana fell to Mexico in the tournament opener, with a trio of red cards ultimately overshadowing the action on the pitch.
Playing under the bright lights of the Estadio Azteca, South Africa struggled to impose themselves for large periods of the contest as Mexico capitalised on home support and superior quality to secure an important Group A victory.
FIFA World Cup 2026 preview: Mexico vs South Africa predicted line-ups, key battles and prediction
The FIFA World Cup 2026 gets underway on Thursday, June 11 as co-hosts Mexico face South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
FIFA World Cup 2026: South Africa’s fixtures, group, squad and players to watch
South Africa return to the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 2010, with Hugo Broos' side aiming to make history at football's biggest tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
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