South Africa
Stats and group available from the start of the tournament (Jun 11, 2026).
About South Africa at the 2026 World Cup
South Africa competes at the 2026 World Cup, the first tournament with 48 teams in football history. The World Cup takes place in the USA, Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Check South Africa's group, upcoming matches and updated results on this page.
Frequently asked questions about South Africa
- What group is South Africa in at the 2026 World Cup?
- Check South Africa's group in the groups section of this page, with the updated table and all match results.
- When does South Africa play at the 2026 World Cup?
- South Africa's group stage matches are played in June 2026. The exact schedule is available in the matches section.
- Where to watch South Africa at the 2026 World Cup?
- In the US, FOX/FS1 (English) and Telemundo (Spanish) hold the rights. In the UK, BBC and ITV. Streaming options vary by country.
- How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?
- The 2026 World Cup is the first with 48 teams, split into 12 groups of 4. The top two from each group plus the 8 best third-placed teams advance to the knockout rounds.