RSA

RSAGroup A

South Africa

CAF • CAF

Tournament Outlook

Group stage. Return to World Cup is the achievement.

Best World Cup Result: Group Stage

About South Africa

Bafana Bafana returns to World Cup seeking to build on 2010 hosting. South Africa has a proud football culture and seeks tournament success.

Playing Style: Organized and disciplined. Physical with counter-attacking emphasis.

Key Players

Winger

Percy Tau

Al Ahly

Midfielder

Teboho Mokoena

Mamelodi Sundowns

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

Home support if playing in nearby venues
Physical presence
Organization

Weaknesses

Squad quality compared to elite
Limited depth
Tournament experience

World Cup Schedule

Group AUpcoming

vs Mexico

Group AUpcoming

vs UEFA Playoff D

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Group AUpcoming

vs South Korea

Fun Facts

⚽Hosted 2010 World Cup - first in Africa
⚽Tshabalala scored tournament's opening goal
⚽Vuvuzelas became iconic (and controversial)

Team Info

FIFA Code: RSA
Confederation: CAF
World Cup Appearances: 4
Group: Group A

Fan Culture

South African fans are passionate with proud 2010 hosting memories.

Known as: Bafana Bafana

Famous Chants:

Shosholoza!