
FIFA World Cup 2026 | Mexico vs Bafana Bafana: Preview and prediction
The wait is finally over. Mexico play host to Bafana Bafana in the opener of FIFA World Cup 2026 on Thursday, 11 June.
SATURDAY, 13 JUNE 2026, 23:02

The wait is finally over. Mexico play host to Bafana Bafana in the opener of FIFA World Cup 2026 on Thursday, 11 June.

Kaizer Chiefs’ transfer plans are beginning to take shape. These players have emerged as targets for the Soweto giants this off-season.

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Bafana Bafana kick off the 2026 FIFA World Cup against hosts Mexico at the Mexico City Stadium at 21:00.

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Several Springbok players have sent well wishes to Bafana Bafana on the eve of the team’s World Cup opener on Thursday.

Zimbabwean journalist says he will support Bafana Bafana against Mexico despite growing anti-foreigner tensions in South Africa.

As excitement builds ahead of the opening match of FIFA World Cup 2026, one unlikely football pundit has entered the prediction game.
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Kaizer Chiefs are said to part ways with five senior players before the start of the new season as the club continues reshaping its squad.
Bafana Bafana face a daunting task against Mexico in their World Cup opener at the Azteca, but which players should they look out for?

History will be made when Mexico and South Africa face off in the opening match of FIFA World Cup 2026 on Thursday, 11 June.
Kaizer Chiefs are expected to remain active in the transfer market as preparations continue for the 2026/27 season.
Bafana Bafana’s World Cup opener against Mexico on Thursday at 21:00 will mark more than just South Africa’s first match of the tournament.
Bafana Bafana fans will have several viewing options when South Africa take on Mexico in their opening match of the FIFA World Cup.

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