Bafana Bafana Announce Preliminary Squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup, Full South Africa Roster
South Africa have named their preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as they prepare to compete in the global showpiece for the first time since 2010.The squad, released by the South African Football Association (SAFA), features a strong core of domestically-based players alongside several Europe-based professionals.
Bafana Bafana's 2026 World Cup Preliminary Squad, All Rosters, Full Players List.
GOALKEEPERS
Ronwen Williams – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
Ricardo Goss – Swallows FC
Sipho Chaine – Orlando Pirates FC
Brandon Peterson – Kaizer Chiefs FC
DEFENDERS
Khuliso Mudau – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
Olwethu Makhanya – Philadelphia Union (USA)
Bradley Cross – Kaizer Chiefs FC
Thabiso Monyane – Kaizer Chiefs FC
Thabang Matuludi – Polokwane City FC
Nkosinathi Sibisi – Orlando Pirates FC
Aubrey Modiba – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
Khulumani Ndamane – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
Imе Okon – Hannover 96 (Germany)
Samukele Kabini – Molde FK (Norway)
Mbekezeli Mbokazi – Chicago Fire FC (USA)
MIDFIELDERS
Teboho Mokoena – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
Jayden Adams – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
Brooklyn Poggenpoel – Durban City FC
Lebohang Maboe – Kaizer Chiefs FC
Thalente Mbatha – Orlando Pirates FC
Sphephelо Sithole – CD Tondela (Portugal)
FORWARDS
Oswin Appollis – Orlando Pirates FC
Tshepang Moremi – Orlando Pirates FC
Evidence Makgopa – Orlando Pirates FC
Lyle Foster – Burnley FC (England)
Iqraam Rayners – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
Relebohile Mofokeng – Orlando Pirates FC
Themba Zwane – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
Patrick Maswanganyi – Orlando Pirates FC
Kamogelo Sebelebele – Orlando Pirates FC
Thapelo Morena – Mamelodi Sundowns FC
Thapelo Maseko – AEL Limassol (Cyprus)
South Africa's World Cup 2026 fixtures, Match schedule
11 June: Mexico v South Africa - Mexico City Stadium
18 June: Czechia v South Africa - Atlanta Stadium
24 June: South Africa v Korea Republic - Estadio Monterrey
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