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Bafana Bafana Set to Face One of the World Cup Heavyweights

South Africa qualified for the first time since 2002 and was placed in pot 3 for the 2026 World Cup draw, where they could face co-host Mexico from pot 1.

Bafana Bafana could potentially face co-hosts Mexico at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as they have been placed in pot 3. Under the guidance of coach Hugo Broos, the team qualified for their first World Cup since 2002 by defeating Rwanda 3-0 last month. This victory, along with a friendly win against Zambia, was enough for Bafana to secure their position in pot 3. Bafana Bafana in pot 3 of the World Cup draw According to the final draw procedures, the…

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IOL broke the news in South Africa on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
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