South Africa’s national football team, Bafana Bafana, achieved a 2-0 victory over Benin in their recent 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. The match, held in Abidjan, saw second-half goals from Lyle Foster and Jayden Adams, propelling South Africa to 13 points from six matches and establishing a five-point lead at the top of Group C.
Despite this success, the team faces potential repercussions for fielding midfielder Teboho Mokoena in a previous match against Lesotho. Reports indicate that Mokoena should have been suspended due to accumulating two prior yellow cards. This oversight could result in a three-point deduction, significantly impacting South Africa’s standing in the qualifiers.
Coach Hugo Broos has refrained from commenting extensively on the matter, stating, “I’m not commenting on the matter; it is something that will be sorted over the next week.”
In the wake of the Benin match, Broos emphasized the importance of maintaining discipline and focus, remarking, “We must not do stupid things.” He highlighted the team’s growing confidence, noting that they are “not afraid anymore of who plays against us.”
As the qualifiers progress, Bafana Bafana aim to solidify their position and address any administrative challenges to ensure their path to the 2026 World Cup remains on course.
