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The wait is finally over as the FIFA World Cup 2026 gets underway today, with Bafana Bafana taking on hosts Mexico in a highly anticipated opening match. Football fans across South Africa and the world will be eagerly watching to see who makes the perfect start to their World Cup campaign.

Bafana Bafana are set to travel to North America on Monday after visa delays forced the postponement of their scheduled departure, prompting Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie to demand accountability for the administrative setback.

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the departure of co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef as the club continues restructuring its technical team ahead of the 2026/27 Betway Premiership season.

Orlando Pirates sealed the 2025/26 Betway Premiership title with a 2-0 victory over Orbit College at Mbombela Stadium, ending a 14-year wait for league glory and completing a historic domestic treble.

Durban City frustrated Orlando Pirates with a goalless draw at Orlando Amstel Arena, delaying the Buccaneers’ Betway Premiership title celebrations and forcing the race to be decided on the final weekend of the season.

The competition was launched to give local supporters an opportunity to attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 and support the national team, Bafana Bafana, in their opening match in Mexico.