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South Africa — World Cup 2026
Group A · Model Elo 1684 · Founded 1924 · FNB Stadium
South Africa are in Group A. Our model rates their title chance at 0.0% (Elo strength 1684, reaching the knockout stage 100% of the time). Below are AI predictions for all 4 group-stage fixtures.
About South Africa
South Africa are one of the 48 teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawn in Group A. The national side was founded in 1924. They play home matches at the FNB Stadium.
- Founded: 1924
- Home stadium: FNB Stadium
- Official site: www.safa.net
Squad (27)
Goalkeepers
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13. Ricardo Goss · Goalkeeper · age 32 · Siwelele -
24. Sipho Chaine · Goalkeeper · age 29 · Orlando Pirates -
30. Ronwen Williams · Goalkeeper · age 34 · Mamelodi Sundowns
Defenders
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2. Thabang Matuludi · Right-Back · age 27 · Polokwane City -
3. Khulumani Ndamane · Centre-Back · age 22 · Mamelodi Sundowns -
4. Mbekezeli Mbokazi · Centre-Back · age 20 · Chicago Fire -
5. Nkosinathi Sibisi · Centre-Back · age 30 · Orlando Pirates -
6. Aubrey Modiba · Left-Back · age 30 · Mamelodi Sundowns -
20. Ime Okon · Centre-Back · age 22 · Hannover -
25. Khuliso Mudau · Right-Back · age 31 · Mamelodi Sundowns -
26. Samukele Kabini · Left-Back · age 22 · Molde -
29. Olwethu Makhanya · Centre-Back · age 22 · Philadelphia Union -
36. Kamogelo Sebelebele · Right-Back · age 23 · Orlando Pirates -
48. Bradley Cross · Left-Back · age 25 · Kaizer Chiefs
Midfielders
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4. Teboho Mokoena · Central Midfield · age 29 · Mamelodi Sundowns -
8. Jayden Adams · Attacking Midfield · age 25 · Mamelodi Sundowns -
15. Sphephelo Sithole · Central Midfield · age 27 · Tondela -
16. Thalente Mbatha · Central Midfield · age 26 · Orlando Pirates -
18. Themba Zwane · Attacking Midfield · age 36 · Mamelodi Sundowns
Forwards
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9. Lyle Foster · Centre-Forward · age 25 · Burnley -
11. Tshepang Moremi · Left Wing · age 25 · Orlando Pirates -
12. Oswin Appollis · Left Wing · age 24 · Orlando Pirates -
13. Iqraam Rayners · Centre-Forward · age 30 · Mamelodi Sundowns -
17. Evidence Makgopa · Centre-Forward · age 26 · Orlando Pirates -
38. Relebohile Mofokeng · Left Wing · age 21 · Orlando Pirates -
40. Thapelo Maseko · Left Wing · age 22 · Mamelodi Sundowns
Staff
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Hugo Broos · Manager · age 74 · South Africa
Current squad data from TheSportsDB.
Record
South Africa have played 484 internationals since 1906, winning 216 for a 44.6% win rate (216W 146D 122L, 652 goals for / 458 against). At the FIFA World Cup their record is 3W 5D 5L from 13 matches.
Recent form
- L vs Canada 0–1 · 2026-06-28 · FIFA World Cup
- W vs South Korea 1–0 · 2026-06-24 · FIFA World Cup
- D vs Czech Republic 1–1 · 2026-06-18 · FIFA World Cup
- L vs Mexico 0–2 · 2026-06-11 · FIFA World Cup
- W vs Jamaica 1–0 · 2026-06-06
- D vs Nicaragua 0–0 · 2026-05-29
Historical results from the martj42 dataset (CC0).
South Africa's Top World Cup Scorers
- Benni McCarthy — 2 World Cup goals
- Shaun Bartlett — 2 World Cup goals
- Teboho Mokoena — 2 World Cup goals
- Quinton Fortune — 1 World Cup goal
- Siyabonga Nomvethe — 1 World Cup goal
- Lucas Radebe — 1 World Cup goal
World Cup goals only · data from the martj42 dataset (CC0). See all-time World Cup top scorers.
Group A Fixtures & Predictions
FAQ
Which group is South Africa in at the 2026 World Cup?
South Africa are in Group A.
What are South Africa's chances of winning the 2026 World Cup?
Our model gives South Africa a 0.0% chance of winning the tournament, from an Elo strength rating of 1684.
When was the South Africa national football team founded?
1924.
Where do South Africa play their home matches?
At the FNB Stadium.
What is South Africa's all-time record?
South Africa have played 484 internationals, winning 216 (44.6%). At the World Cup they have 3 wins, 5 draws and 5 defeats from 13 matches.