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Group A · World Cup 2026

South Africa World Cup 2026 XI Builder

Start from the full World Cup player pool, filter to South Africa, build your XI, and share the lineup as an image.

Group A rivals

Who South Africa plays in the World Cup 2026 group stage. Tap any rival to open their XI builder.

26 South Africa players currently in the World Cup 2026 pool. Build your own South Africa XI from the full squad.

Ronwen Williams

Ricardo Goss

Sipho Chaine

Aubrey Modiba

Khuliso Mudau

Nkosinathi Sibisi

Mbekezeli Mbokazi

Ime Okon

Samukele Kabini

Khulumani Ndamane

Thabang Matuludi

Bradley Cross

Olwethu Makhanya

Kamogelo Sebelebele

Teboho Mokoena

Sphephelo Sithole

Thalente Mbatha

Jayden Adams

Lyle Foster

Evidence Makgopa

Oswin Appollis

Iqraam Rayners

Relebohile Mofokeng

Thapelo Maseko

Tshepang Moremi

Themba Zwane

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Football history: Bafana Bafana returned to the World Cup mainstream after apartheid-era isolation, qualifying in 1998 and 2002 before hosting the 2010 tournament — the first World Cup on African soil. Domestic football is centred on the PSL and clubs like Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates.
Current coach: Hugo Broos (since 2021)
Key player to watch: Lyle Foster — Burnley forward, the cutting edge of a counter-attacking side.
Best World Cup result: Group stage — best run 1998 and as hosts 2010

Where does South Africa play at the 2026 World Cup?: South Africa is in Group A for the 2026 World Cup, hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Use the XI builder above to assemble your projected South Africa starting eleven.
Can I build my own South Africa World Cup squad?: Yes — the Golazo XI builder lets you pick any 11 from the full South Africa pool, set a formation, and share an image of your lineup. No sign-up required.
Is the South Africa squad final?: The pool reflects the current player data we have on file and is updated as call-ups and form change in the run-up to the tournament. You can always re-pick your XI as the official squad is announced.