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Spain, 2026 world champions1-0 vs Argentina · after extra timeView bracketSpain, 2026 world champions1-0 vs Argentina · after extra timeView bracket
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | +6 | 9 |
| 2 | South Africa | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 4 |
| 3 | South Korea | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 3 |
| 4 | Czechia | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6 | -4 | 1 |
1st-2nd qualify for the Round of 32 | 3rd can qualify as a best third-place team.
South Africa was the first African nation to host a World Cup (2010), although it failed to clear the group stage on home soil. In 2026 it returns to the tournament looking to better that campaign and compete again on the sport's biggest stage.
| Match | ET | CT | PT | UK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico vs South Africa | 15:00 | 14:00 | 12:00 | 20:00 |
| Czechia vs South Africa | 12:00 | 11:00 | 09:00 | 17:00 |
| South Africa vs South Korea | 21:00 | 20:00 | 18:00 | 02:00 |
South Africa are 2nd in Group A with 4 points (1W 1D 1L, 2-3 goals) after 3 matches. They have qualified for the Round of 32.
South Africa are in Group A with Mexico, South Korea, Czechia. The top two teams qualify directly for the Round of 32, while the best third-place teams can also advance.
South Africa open the group stage on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 15:00 ET.
In the group stage, South Africa play 3 matches against Mexico, South Korea, Czechia. If they qualify, they advance to the Round of 32.
In the 48-team World Cup 2026 format, the top two teams in each group and the eight best third-place teams qualify for the Round of 32. South Africa can secure qualification by finishing first or second in Group A.
South Africa has appeared in 4 FIFA World Cups. Their best result is Group stage.
Data from the official source: FIFA.com - World Cup 2026 teams
