WATCH: Mexico beat Bafana Bafana 2-0

BAFANA Bafana began their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a 2-0 defeat to hosts Mexico.

The match was played at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, where the hosts made the most of home advantage.

Mexico started the match on the front foot and looked dangerous from the opening whistle.

Bafana captain Ronwen Williams was called into action early as the hosts searched for an opening goal.

South Africa worked hard to stay organised, but Mexico continued to apply pressure and create opportunities.

Bafana remained disciplined defensively and tried to create chances on the counter-attack but found it difficult to break through the Mexican defence.

Hugo Broos’ men battled to gain control of possession as Mexico dictated the pace of the game.

Bafana remained disciplined defensively and tried to create chances on the counter-attack but found it difficult to break through the Mexican defence.

Mexico eventually made their dominance count by finding the breakthrough and taking the lead.

The second half followed a similar pattern, with Mexico continuing to press forward while Bafana searched for a way back into the match.

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Broos made changes in an attempt to turn the game around, but Mexico remained in control and added a second goal.

Despite their efforts, South Africa could not find a response.

Bafana continued to fight until the final whistle but were unable to get back into the contest.

The match ended 2-0 in favour of Mexico, leaving South Africa looking to bounce back in their next group-stage fixture.

The team will now turn their attention to the next challenge as they continue their FIFA World Cup campaign.

• Bafana Bafana suffered a 2-0 defeat to hosts Mexico in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener.
• The match was played at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
• Mexico controlled large parts of the match and created the better scoring opportunities.
• Captain Ronwen Williams was called into action early to keep Bafana in the game.