The World Cup did not save South Africa. But for one impossible second, as that ball flew into the top corner, it showed us the country we wanted to be ...

After scoring an iconic goal against Mexico in the 2010 World Cup, Siphiwe Tshabalala is back at the World Cup as a broadcaster for the opening match.

South Africa play their first ever World Cup knockout game against Canada, 16 years after Bafana Bafana passed up the chance ...

Mexico and South Africa are facing off to kick off a World Cup for the second time in 16 years. Both teams have faced challenges during that journey.

Mexico and South African begin the 2026 World Cup in a repeat of the famed 2010 opener.

Get the lowdown on every team at the 2026 World Cup. Here we take a closer look at South Africa, whose unfamiliar squad is drawn largely from their domestic league. What can I expect from South Africa ...

Mexico and South Africa open the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City on Thursday. Check out the latest betting odds and predictions.