South Africa
World Cup 2026 Group A — fixtures, standings, and knockout path
South Africa (RSA) competes in World Cup 2026 in Group A. Track every match, live table position, and head-to-head implications on this team hub.
Knockout route: top two qualify automatically; a third-place finish may still advance as one of the eight best third-placed teams. View Group A hub →
Group standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Czech RepublicQualifies (1st) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 |  South KoreaQualifies (2nd) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 |  MexicoBest 3rd place race | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | South AfricaEliminated | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Fixtures & results
| Match | Date | Group | Score | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico vs South AfricaEstadio Ciudad de México | Thu, Jun 11, 2026 · 20:00 ET | a | – | Scheduled |
| Czech Republic vs South AfricaEstadio Atlanta | Thu, Jun 18, 2026 · 17:00 ET | a | – | Scheduled |
| South Africa vs South KoreaEstadio Monterrey | Thu, Jun 25, 2026 · 02:00 ET | a | – | Scheduled |
Frequently asked questions
What group is South Africa in?+
Group A
How does South Africa qualify for the knockout round?+
Finish in the top two of the group, or be among the eight best third-placed teams across all groups.