FIFA World Cup 2026™ | Back to the drawing board for Bafana

South Africa's first appearance at a World Cup in 16 years was a baptism of fire, and a rude awakening.

Bafana suffered a 2-nil defeat to co-hosts, Mexico in the opening match in Mexico City.

Coach Hugo Broos adopted an ultra-defensive approach, but Bafana were easily unlocked by Mexico, looked disjointed upfront, and lacked both creativity and bite.

The team was also reduced to nine men in a match that ended with just 19 players on the field.


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