By A new chapter for South African men’s football officially begins on Saturday, 26 September 2026, when Bafana Bafana host Guinea in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier at Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg.
This high-stakes fixture marks the debut of newly appointed head coach Pitso Mosimane, who takes over the reins from Belgian Hugo Broos. SAFA President Dr Danny Jordaan has rallied the nation to back the squad, urging families and fans to fill the stands as the team steps into this fresh era.
Following the opening encounter against Guinea, Bafana Bafana will travel north to face Eritrea in their second group match on Wednesday, 30 September 2026, at the Al-Salam Stadium in Cairo, Egypt. The demanding international window concludes on 4 October 2026 with a high-profile friendly against powerhouse Egypt at the Cairo International Stadium.
With Mosimane having already unveiled his preliminary squad last week, anticipation is building ahead of the final selection announcement in the coming days.
Match & Ticketing Details
- Fixture: South Africa vs. Guinea (2027 AFCON Qualifier)
- Date & Venue: Saturday, 26 September 2026, Orlando Stadium, Johannesburg
- Adult Tickets: R100,00
- Children (Under 12): R40,00 (Note: Child tickets require the purchase of at least one adult ticket)
- Ticket Purchases: Available online via Ticketpro
- Hospitality Bookings: Contact 082 805 3150 or email bookings@sail.co.za
