World Cup 2026 · Group A
South Africa at the World Cup 2026
Elo #36 · FIFA #60
South Africa were knocked out in the Round of 32, finishing 26th of 48.
Chance of reaching each round
Round of 32✓
Round of 16out
Quarter-finalout
Semi-finalout
Finalout
Championout
Road to the final
5th of 48 by title oddsKnocked out in the Round of 32.
Group A standings
Full group →| Team | P | GD | Pts | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico | 3 | +6 | 9 | ✓ 1st Won group, qualified |
| 2 | South Africa | 3 | -1 | 4 | ✓ 2nd Runner-up, qualified |
| 3 | South Korea | 3 | -1 | 3 | out Eliminated |
| 4 | Czechia | 3 | -4 | 1 | out Eliminated |
South Africa's matches
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