Mail & Guardian
Mail & Guardian
Ime OkonIn the news
BAFANA BAFANA

Bafana Bafana’s historic World Cup run: Pride, progress and the need for ambition

Bafana Bafana made history at the 2026 Fifa World Cup, reaching the knockout stages for the first time and exceeding expectations. This achievement, including qualification ahead…

  • Lelo Mzaca
3 min read
Bafana Bafana lost their opening game to Mexico in the World Cup 2-0. (Bafana Bafana/X)
FOOTBALL

Bafana Bafana’s disappointing Fifa 2026 opener against Mexico

Bafana Bafana suffered a 2-0 defeat against co-hosts Mexico in their Fifa World Cup 2026 opener at Estadio Azteca. The match, played on June 11, 2026, was controversial,…

  • Lelo Mzaca
2 min read