South Africa national football team have officially announced that their final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be revealed live from the Union Buildings in Pretoria, Softfootball reports.
The announcement was shared through Bafana Bafana’s official X account alongside a 23-second promotional video featuring packed stadiums, supporters waving South African flags, and players preparing for action under bright night lights.
The squad reveal event is scheduled to air live at 19:00 on SABC 3 and selected radio stations, building anticipation ahead of South Africa’s return to football’s biggest stage.
They announced:
The Big day has arrived Mzansi!! Who will make it? – who won’t? Let’s wait and see.. Bafana Bafana Final Squad Announcement for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will air live tonight at 19:00 on SABC 3 and across SABC Radio stations. #BafanaPride
Fans across South Africa reacted with excitement and growing anticipation as discussions intensified over which players will secure places in the final squad. While many supporters welcomed the buildup and atmosphere surrounding the announcement, others questioned the evening timing of the reveal while debating possible inclusions and exclusions.
South Africa now joins several nations that have already confirmed their final World Cup squads, including Morocco national football team, United States men’s national soccer team, Ghana national football team, Spain national football team, and Colombia national football team.
Morocco, who recently lifted the 2025 AFCON title on March 18, 2026, have also intensified preparations for the expanded 48-team World Cup set to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The growing excitement around Bafana Bafana’s squad reveal reflects the nation’s renewed optimism ahead of their long-awaited return to the global tournament.
