FIFA World Cup 2026
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Red cards and low ranking: Bafana’s qualification odds plummet
Bafana Bafana’s World Cup hopes hang by thread after Mexico defeat. Low FIFA ranking and disciplinary chaos threaten early exit.
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Police, protesters clash outside maiden World Cup match in Mexico
Protesters clashed with police outside the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City as South Africa and Mexico played the first match of the World Cup
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USA play first World Cup finals game on home soil since 1994
The US faces Paraguay in their World Cup opener, aiming for victory amid high expectations and hometown pressure.
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Shakira dazzles amid carnage outside Estadio Azteca
Shakira’s spectacular World Cup performance contrasts sharply with violent clashes between protesters, fans and police outside Estadio Azteca.
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Nine-man Bafana Bafana crumble to Mexico in World Cup opener marred by double red card
South Africa lost 2-0 to Mexico in their World Cup opener, facing two red cards and leaving their progression uncertain.
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World Cup kicks off amid ticket price fury and visa chaos
The 2026 Fifa World Cup begins in Mexico City, featuring 48 teams amid controversies over ticket prices and visa issues.
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US security officials on alert for World Cup ‘lone wolf’ attacks
US homeland security officials say World Cup matches will be “very secure” but have expressed concerns over potential lone wolf attacks.
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WATCH | Africa at the World Cup: 10 teams, local coaches and tactical depth usher in a new era
This year, a record 10 team from Africa will take the stage in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Broos braces for Azteca inferno as Bafana face Mexican wall of sound
Hugo Broos prepares South Africa for the Azteca’s hostile atmosphere as Bafana face confident Mexico in their crucial World Cup opener.
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WATCH | Bafana Bafana set to open 2026 World Cup with Mexico clash in historic rematch
South Africa’s national football team will step into the spotlight tomorrow evening (11 June) as they face tournament co-hosts Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
