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Who is heading to the tournament? South Africa announce squad for the 2026 World Cup

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Football news 27 may 2026, 14:18

Who is heading to the tournament? South Africa announce squad for the 2026 World Cup

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The 2026 World Cup gets underway in just a few weeks, and South Africa, who will take part in the tournament, have officially unveiled their squad.

Details: A total of 26 players have been included in the squad that will travel to the United States, Canada and Mexico for the 2026 World Cup matches.

Quote: “The final Bafana Bafana squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been confirmed! From dependable goalkeepers to clinical forwards — these are the players who will represent South Africa on the world stage,” the statement reads.

The final Bafana Bafana 🇿🇦🔥 2026 FIFA World Cup squad is LOCKED IN! ⚽💛💚 From the safe hands in goal to the clinical forwards, these are the players who will represent South Africa on the global stage.

#BafanaPride @adidasfootball @adidasza @rexona_sa @standardbankza… pic.twitter.com/d9B9NPIpqF
— Bafana Bafana (@BafanaBafana) May 27, 2026

For South Africa, this will be their first major tournament appearance since 2010. At this year’s World Cup, they will compete in Group A alongside Mexico, the Czech Republic and South Korea.

Reminder: The Germany national team are facing a serious concern ahead of the most important tournament of the four-year cycle.

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