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Reneilwe Letsholonyane of Matebele FC alongside Siphiwe Tshabalala

Bafana legend revisits Mexico opener pressure cooker - 'The experience was nerve-wracking'

As South Africa prepares to face Mexico in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opening fixture, former national team star Reneilwe Letsholonyane has shared his memories of the iconic 2010 clash between the two sides. The retired midfielder believes the current squad has the quality to produce a shock result against the tournament co-hosts in Estadio Azteca.

Ronwen Williams, Bafana Bafana, December 2025

Williams hails depth in Bafana shot-stoppers' ranks - 'We have a lot of talented goalkeepers'

The Bafana captain has issued a glowing assessment of South Africa's goalkeeping options as the nation prepares for its World Cup opener. The Mamelodi Sundowns star believes the country is finally reaping the rewards of a talented generation of netminders who have proven their worth on the domestic and continental stage.

Pienaar makes bold Bafana prediction against Mexico - 'I really think we will win 2-0'

The South African legend believes Hugo Broos' men are set to shock the world when they face Mexico in the opening match of the World Cup. The former Everton midfielder insists that the Mzansi side has what it takes to secure a historic result at the intimidating Estadio Azteca.

Letsholonyane assesses Bafana WC group - 'It is difficult and highly competitive'

The legendary midfielder has offered a sobering assessment of South Africa’s prospects at the World Cup. The former Kaizer Chiefs star believes that the diverse footballing cultures Hugo Broos’ side will encounter represent a massive hurdle for the national team.

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Relebohile Mofokeng and Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates

Lekoelea: Mofokeng, Appollis, & Moremi will leave Pirates after World Cup

Former Buccaneers midfielder Steve Lekoelea believes the trio of young Pirates stars are destined to leave for Europe following a successful season in which they proved themselves by winning the league and ensured they will get global exposure playing in the quadrennial tournament.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
8	Brighton & Hove Albion	38	14	11	13	52	46	6	53	L L W L W
9	Brentford	38	14	11	13	55	52	3	53	D D L W L
10	Chelsea	38	14	10	14	58	52	6	52	L W D L L
11	Fulham	38	15	7	16	47	51	-4	52	W D L L W
12	Newcastle United	38	14	7	17	53	55	-2	49	L W D W L

Bafana legend revisits Mexico opener pressure cooker - 'The experience was nerve-wracking'

Williams hails depth in Bafana shot-stoppers' ranks - 'We have a lot of talented goalkeepers'

Pienaar makes bold Bafana prediction against Mexico - 'I really think we will win 2-0'

Letsholonyane assesses Bafana WC group - 'It is difficult and highly competitive'

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Lekoelea: Mofokeng, Appollis, & Moremi will leave Pirates after World Cup

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