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Nigeria failed to qualify for the FIFA Women's World Cup for the first time after losing 2-1 to South Africa in a play-off at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. South Africa and Ghana advanced to the inter-confederation qualifier.
The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals begin Saturday, with winners securing spots at the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027. Morocco, South Africa, Cameroon, Nigeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Algeria, Malawi, and Ghana compete for semi-final berths and World Cup qualification.
The delayed 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations kicks off on July 26 in Morocco, with 16 teams competing. The tournament doubles as a qualifier for the 2027 Women's World Cup, with semi-finalists securing spots in Brazil.
South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died at age 25, weeks after playing at the 2026 World Cup. Police are investigating after his body was found in Cape Town. Tributes have poured in from officials and FIFA.
Canada defeated South Africa to secure a spot in the World Cup Round of 16. Fans are voting for their Man of the Match.
South Africa coach Hugo Broos reflects on Bafana Bafana's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign after a last-gasp Round of 32 defeat to Canada. Despite the disappointment, Broos expresses pride in reaching the knockout stages for the first time since 2010.
South Africa reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, 16 years after hosting the tournament. The 2010 campaign ended in group-stage elimination, and domestic football stagnated afterward. Now, under coach Hugo Broos, the team aims to start a new era.
South Africa is embracing a historic opportunity as it prepares for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The nation's excitement reflects its passion for football and the significance of hosting a global event.
Co-hosts Canada face South Africa in the World Cup Round of 32 on June 28 in Los Angeles. Both nations are playing their first-ever knockout match in the tournament, with a Round of 16 spot against the winner of another match on the line.
South Africa have secured their place in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup. The team advanced following their group stage performance.
Thapelo Maseko earned Man of the Match honors for South Africa in their match against South Korea.
Thapelo Maseko's second-half goal gave South Africa a 1-0 victory over South Korea in Monterrey, securing their place in the World Cup knockout stage.
South Africa have advanced to the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history.
Teboho Mokoena's 83rd-minute penalty canceled Michal Sadilek's early opener as South Africa and Czechia drew 1-1 in Group A of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Both teams now have one point each.
South Africa scored their first World Cup goal in 16 years during a match against the Czech Republic. The goal marks a significant milestone for the team.
At 21, Mbekezeli Mbokazi has gone from his first professional debut to the World Cup in 18 months. Captain Ronwen Williams calls him a generational talent who inspires the team. South Africa faces Czechia in a crucial group-stage match.
Mexico and Korea Republic can secure a spot in the Round of 32 with wins on Thursday, while South Africa and Czechia face elimination after opening losses. The second round of Group A and B fixtures also features Canada vs Qatar and Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Julian Quiñones was named Man of the Match after Mexico's international friendly against South Africa on October 15, 2024. The Club América forward's standout performance helped secure victory for his side.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off on June 11, with Mexico facing South Africa in the opening match. The tournament, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, features 16 host cities across three nations.
South Africa have qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 2010, ending a 16-year drought. The Bafana Bafana will compete in their fourth World Cup in 2026, aiming to advance past the group stage for the first time.
