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Bafana Bafana qualified for the knockout stage after finishing second in Group B behind Egypt. They now face Cameroon in a crucial Last 16 fixture that could send them to the quarterfinals of the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations.
Coach Hugo Broos, who led Cameroon to AFCON victory in 2017, said he won’t let past ties affect Sunday’s game.
“Tomorrow I can’t have mercy on them. I want to win the game because I am the coach of South Africa now,” said Broos.
Official Response
Midfielder Teboho Mokoena said the squad is motivated and aiming to outperform their previous AFCON showing, where they earned bronze.
“We know it is going to be a tough game against Cameroon, but we’re looking forward to it,” said Mokoena.
Community Impact
South Africans across the Eastern Cape and beyond are expected to rally behind Bafana Bafana as they aim to secure a quarterfinal spot in one of the continent’s most watched football tournaments.
Confirmed Facts:
- Match: South Africa vs Cameroon
- Date: Sunday, 4 January 2026
- Venue: Al Medina Stadium, Rabat, Morocco
- Tournament: AFCON 2026 Last 16
- SA Coach: Hugo Broos (former Cameroon coach)
- Group B finish: 2nd place behind Egypt
