Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has called for discipline as South Africa face Mexico in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener at the Estadio Azteca on Thursday, 9pm CAT.
South Africa enter without a win in four friendlies, while Mexico are unbeaten this year and boast a strong record in tournament openers.
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“They are a very complete team… we must stick to the game-plan,” Broos said.
Key men: Raul Jimenez for Mexico, Oswin Appollis for South Africa.
Head-to-head: 4 meetings, Mexico 2 wins, South Africa 1, 1 draw.
