Bafana Bafana will face Panama in two international friendly matches to be played in South Africa between 27-31 March 2026, as part of the South African national team’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
South Africa face a balanced but highly competitive FIFA world cup group as they aim to reach the knockout stages for the first time in their history.
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has urged his team and South Africans to stay positive and keep believing, despite their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes taking a hit following a disappointing draw against Zimbabwe at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Friday evening.
With less than three months to go before Morocco hosts the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025), the country is facing widespread youth-led protests that threaten to overshadow its preparations for the continental showpiece.
