Here are some of the major talking points, the learnings and the unanswered questions from Africa's FIFA World Cup sides as the opening match creeps closer.

Belgian Hugo Broos, 74, played against hosts Mexico at the 1986 World Cup and will retire after doing the same in 2026 as a manager. South Africa's longest-serving head coach has strengthened the side greatly in his five years at the helm.

South Africa has officially set its roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here is the entire 26-man squad for the South Africa national team.

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa (AP) — South Africa’s national men’s soccer team has postponed its travel to Mexico because of visa issues, just 11 days ahead of the World Cup. Bafana Bafana were supposed to leave for Mexico on Sunday to start preparations for the tournament.

Olwethu Makhanya marks Toronto FC's Josh Sargent in an MLS match this season Dan Hamilton / Imagn Images The Philadelphia Union have rejected an offer for South Africa international center back Olwethu Makhanya from a top Belgian club, sources briefed on ...

All South African World Cup players have received their visas after a day-long debacle grounded the team in Johannesburg.

JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South Africa's World Cup squad departed for the tournament a day late on Monday and left its assistant coach behind after problems securing travel visas for the United States. South Africa plays co-host Mexico in the opening game of the World Cup on June 11 in Mexico City.

The 2026 men’s Fifa World Cup marks a seismic shift in the global football landscape. The decision to expand the final stage of the tournament from 32 teams to 48 has significantly benefited the Confederation of African Football (Caf).

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is finally here and is set to take place from June 11 to July 19. It will be jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. The competition will take place in sixteen cities and is also the first World Cup to be co-hosted by three nations.