Head coach Hugo Broos has named the official 2026 South Africa World Cup roster – the 26-man squad that will fly the Bafana Bafana flag at the FIFA World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. The squad was confirmed Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guest House in Pretoria, with President Cyril Ramaphosa joining Broos on stage to greet the players.
Captain and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams (Mamelodi Sundowns) leads Bafana into their first World Cup since hosting the 2010 edition, with midfield dynamo Teboho Mokoena and 20-year-old Chicago Fire centreback Mbekezeli Mbokazi expected to be the spine. South Africa opens against co-hosts Mexico at Estadio Azteca on Wednesday, June 11. South Africa is in Group A alongside Mexico, South Korea and Czechia – the group runs from June 11-24, 2026, with the top two plus the eight best third-place finishers across the 12 groups advancing to the Round of 32.
Below is the complete 26-man roster grouped by position with each player’s current club, our projected Starting XI, the free printable PDF checklist, and quick links to South Africa’s schedule, the live group standings, and the rest of the 48-team field.
2026 South Africa World Cup Roster
The 26-man split: 3 goalkeepers, 11 defenders, 4 midfielders and 8 forwards. All clubs reflect 2025-26 season affiliations at the time of selection.
Goalkeepers (3)
- Ronwen Williams (C) – Mamelodi Sundowns
- Ricardo Goss – Siwelele FC
- Sipho Chaine – Orlando Pirates
Defenders (11)
- Khuliso Mudau – Mamelodi Sundowns
- Nkosinathi Sibisi – Orlando Pirates
- Ime Okon – Hannover 96
- Khulumani Ndamane – Mamelodi Sundowns
- Aubrey Modiba – Mamelodi Sundowns
- Samukele Kabini – Molde FK
- Thabang Matuludi – Polokwane City
- Olwethu Makhanya – Philadelphia Union
- Kamogelo Sebelebele – Orlando Pirates
- Bradley Cross – Kaizer Chiefs
- Mbekezeli Mbokazi – Chicago Fire
Midfielders (4)
- Teboho Mokoena – Mamelodi Sundowns
- Thalente Mbatha – Orlando Pirates
- Sphephelo Sithole – CD Tondela
- Jayden Adams – Mamelodi Sundowns
Forwards (8)
- Oswin Appollis – Orlando Pirates
- Iqraam Rayners – Mamelodi Sundowns
- Tshepang Moremi – Orlando Pirates
- Relebohile Mofokeng – Orlando Pirates
- Evidence Makgopa – Orlando Pirates
- Themba Zwane – Mamelodi Sundowns
- Lyle Foster – Burnley
- Thapelo Maseko – AEL Limassol
Predicted Starting XI (4-3-3 Projection)
Based on form, fit, and Hugo Broos’s recent lineups, here is the most likely opening XI. Final selections will depend on the May 29 Nicaragua warm-up at Orlando Stadium and fitness coming out of camp.
- GK – Williams
- DEF – Modiba, Mbokazi, Sibisi, Mudau
- MID – Mokoena, Adams, Mbatha
- FWD – Appollis, Foster, Zwane
No. 9 battle: Foster / Rayners / Makgopa.
Download the Printable 2026 South Africa World Cup Roster PDF
One-page low-ink printable: full 26-man checklist by position, 4-3-3 Predicted XI, Key Bench Options, and Group A context. Tick each box on matchday and cross players off as goals, cards and subs happen.
South Africa at the 2026 World Cup: Group A, Schedule & Standings
Bafana open Group A play vs. Mexico on Wednesday, June 11, 2026 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Track every match through the group stage with our live schedule and standings pages, then follow the bracket on the master hub.
- Full 2026 South Africa World Cup Schedule – kickoff times, TV channels, and printable PDF.
- Group A Schedule & TV Guide – all six group-stage matches.
- Live 2026 World Cup Standings – real-time group tables for all 12 groups.
- 2026 World Cup Master Roster Directory – printable PDFs for every announced team.
- 2026 FIFA World Cup Portal Hub – master landing page with brackets, host cities, and resources.
2026 South Africa World Cup Roster FAQ
When was the 2026 South Africa World Cup roster announced?
Hugo Broos announced South Africa’s official 26-man World Cup roster on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 in Pretoria, two days before a Friday warm-up against Nicaragua at Orlando Stadium and the squad’s departure for Mexico on Sunday.
Which group is South Africa in at the 2026 World Cup?
South Africa is in Group A alongside co-hosts Mexico, South Korea and Czechia. Group play runs June 11-24, 2026, with all three Bafana group games staged in North America.
How can I download a printable South Africa World Cup roster?
Use the green button above for the free one-page PDF checklist with the full 26 names, projected XI and Group A context. Print it, tick the boxes, and bring it to your watch party.
Official source: beIN SPORTS – Hugo Broos’s official South Africa squad.
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