Bafana Bafana fixtures are now available for the rest of this year and early 2025. The team is embarking on a critical journey with crucial matches lined up in both the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and FIFA World Cup qualifiers. These upcoming fixtures will play a defining role in shaping the team’s immediate future and their aspirations on the continental and global stage. Let’s delve into the details of each encounter.
Updated Bafana Bafana Fixtures for 2024/25
Bafana Bafana fixtures for the AFCON 2025 Qualifiers:
The road to the AFCON 2025 tournament in Guinea is heating up, and Bafana Bafana face a series of crucial encounters that will determine their qualification fate.
- South Africa vs Congo:
- Date: Friday, 11 October 2024
- Time: 19:00 SAST
- Venue: Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Gqeberha
- This home game against Congo presents a vital opportunity for Bafana Bafana to secure a crucial three points. With the passionate home crowd behind them, they will be aiming for a convincing victory to boost their qualification hopes. Expect a high-energy encounter as South Africa look to assert their dominance from the outset.
- Congo vs South Africa:
- Date: Tuesday, 15 October 2024
- Time: 18:00 SAST
- Venue: Alphonse Massamba-Debat Stadium, Brazzaville
- Just four days later, Bafana Bafana face the challenge of an away fixture against Congo. This match will test their resilience and adaptability. Navigating the challenges of playing on the road and overcoming a potentially hostile atmosphere will be key to securing a positive result.
- Uganda vs South Africa:
- Date: 11 November 2024
- Time: TBD
- Venue: Mandela National Stadium, Namboole, Kampala
- This away match against Uganda is shaping up to be a pivotal clash in Group K. Both teams will likely be vying for a top spot, making this a potentially high-stakes encounter. Bafana Bafana will need to be at their best to overcome the challenge posed by the Ugandan Cranes on their home turf.
- South Africa vs South Sudan:
- Date: 19 November 2024
- Time: TBD
- Venue: (To be confirmed), South Africa
- Closing out their AFCON qualifying campaign, Bafana Bafana will host South Sudan. While South Sudan may be considered underdogs, Bafana Bafana cannot afford any complacency. This match provides an opportunity to finish the group stage on a high note and secure their place in the tournament proper.
Bafana Bafana fixtures for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers
The dream of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, remains alive. Bafana Bafana’s journey in the qualifiers continues with these upcoming matches:
- South Africa vs Lesotho:
- Date: 17 March 2025
- Time: TBD
- Venue: (To be confirmed), South Africa
- This home game against Lesotho provides an opportunity for Bafana Bafana to gather momentum in their World Cup qualifying campaign. A convincing win will be essential to build confidence and solidify their position in the group.
- Benin vs South Africa:
- Date: 24 March 2025
- Time: TBD
- Venue: (To be confirmed), Benin
- Bafana Bafana face a tricky away trip to Benin in this crucial qualifier. Negotiating the challenges of playing away from home and overcoming a determined Benin side will be key to keeping their World Cup aspirations on track.
This is the most up-to-date list of Bafana Bafana fixtures for 2024/25 so far. Stay tuned to Sport Plus for more coverage on all things sports.
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