Overview
South Africa (Bafana Bafana) is the national football team of South Africa, competing in the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Their best World Cup result is group stage (host, 2010). Continental honours include Africa Cup of Nations 1996. At the 2026 FIFA World Cup the side is drawn in Group A.
FIFA World Cup 2026 — Group A
Live group standings — updated Jun 24, 2026 (sample data layer). Full bracket on the FIFA World Cup 2026 page.
Notable Players
Iconic and current internationals. Tap a name for the player profile.
Honours
0
World Cup Titles
Group stage
Best Finish
A
2026 Group
World Cup Championships
No title yet — best finish: Group stage (host, 2010).
National-Team Greats
History
History
Best World Cup result: Group stage (host, 2010).
Continental
Africa Cup of Nations 1996.
2026
Competing at the FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico & the USA — Group A (CAF).