JOHANNESBURG. – The World Cup 2026 is under way across the United States, Canada and Mexico. This is your hub for fixtures, results, group standings and full Bafana Bafana coverage, with every kickoff time in SAST.
World Cup 2026 at a glance
This is the first World Cup with 48 teams. The sides are split into 12 groups of four, labelled A to L. The tournament runs to the final on 19 July 2026. South Africa are back at the World Cup for the first time since 2010 and play in Group A.
How to watch in South Africa
Every match is available to South African viewers. The full fixtures guide carries SAST kickoff times for every game. A dedicated South African viewing guide with channels and streaming follows.
Bafana Bafana at the World Cup
Bafana Bafana are the priority for South African fans. Hugo Broos’ side opened against hosts Mexico, face Czechia next then close the group against South Korea. Fixtures, kickoff times and the qualification picture are in the Bafana hub.
Full fixtures and SAST kickoff times
The complete match schedule, group by group, with SAST kickoff times and venues, is in the full fixtures guide.
Groups and standings
All 12 groups run through the group stage to 28 June. Group A, with Bafana Bafana, is tracked in the Group A fixtures and results page.
Tournament format and the Round of 32
The 48 team format introduces a new Round of 32. The top two from each group advance, along with the eight best third placed teams. The format guide explains how that works.
Latest results
Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 in the opening match. Results update here as matches are played.
