Hugo Broos has confirmed his final Bafana Bafana squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as South Africa prepare for a historic campaign in Mexico, USA and Canada from 11 June.
The Belgian coach had initially announced a preliminary squad before trimming the group down to 26 players at the Union Buildings on Wednesday night.
The final selection featuring a blend of experienced internationals, overseas-based stars and several standout performers from the Betway Premiership.
FINAL BAFANA BAFANA WORLD CUP SQUAD
Goalkeepers
Ronwen Williams
Ricardo Goss
Sipho Chaine
Defenders
Khuliso Mudau, Thabang Matuludi, Khulumani Ndamane, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Ime Okon, Aubrey Modiba Samukelo Kabini, Bradley Cross, Olwethu Makhanya, Kamogelo Sebelebele, Mbekezeli Mbokazi.
Midfielders
Forwards
More to follow!
Kaizer Chiefs are represented in the squad after months of debate around the club’s lack of national team representation, while Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns once again form the core of the group following their dominant domestic campaigns.
FIXTURES
Bafana Bafana’s road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins with one of the biggest fixtures in South African football history.
South Africa will open their campaign against hosts Mexico at the iconic Estadio Azteca in a rematch of the memorable 2010 FIFA World Cup opener before later travelling to Atlanta to face the Czech Republic.
Hugo Broos’ side will then conclude their Group A programme against South Korea in Guadalupe as they look to secure a place in the knockout stages.
- Thursday, 11 June: Mexico vs South Africa, Estadio Azteca, Mexico City – 21:00
- Thursday, 18 June: Czech Republic vs South Africa, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta – 18:00
- Thursday, 25 June: South Africa vs South Korea, Estadio BBVA, Guadalupe – 03:00.
