Bafana Bafana’s 2-0 Defeat to Rwanda Throws South Africa into Debate Over 2026 World Cup Chances
- South Africans are disappointed after Rwanda defeated Bafana Bafana in their 2026 World Cup qualifying match
- The South African soccer team was beaten 2-0 after their opponents found the net twice early in the game
- Netizens debated the result, with some feeling hopeless and others feeling like Mzansi might still make it
With eight years at Daily Sun and Vutivi Business News, Tebogo Mokwena, a Briefly News journalist, provided coverage of current affairs, shedding light on sports-related news, events and developments in the sports sector.
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Football fans are hardly surprised that Bafana Bafana suffered a defeat at the hands of the Rwandan national team during their World Cup qualifier match. The South African football team was beaten 2-0 against the 140th-ranked country. There were also concerns that the team played on a water-logged pitch.
Rwanda defeats Bafana Bafana
According to TimesLIVE, Hugo Broos’ side faced defeat during a match they were expected to win. However, they could not meet the challenge as they lost on Rwanda’s home soil. Bafana Bafana’s defence was questionable as Rwanda scored their two goals in the 12th and 28th minutes.
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Rwanda’s victory guaranteed them a place at the top of Group C with four points, with South Africa in second place with three points. Nigeria and Lesotho are number two after the Super Eagles surprisingly drew against Lesotho in Nigeria.
Football fans debate the result
South Africans on Facebook weighed in on the game and shared how Bafana Bafana’s performance did not amaze them. Some believed the team still has a chance.
Chris Rojas sarcastically said:
“I was expecting them to a least make it to the semi-finals. I’m shocked.”
Merapelo Nor pointed out:
“It’s not a surprise. We all saw it coming. It was a matter of when.”
Thabo Kuntash Letsoalo wrote:
“Well-played, Rwanda. As for Bafana Bafana, highly disappointing and shocking result.”
S’busiso S’busiso blamed Hugo Broos.
“The coach was busy politicking instead of fine-tuning his boys.”
Reuben Mathibe has hope.
“It’s not about us being defeated by the world’s 140th or 800th ranking tea. It’s about us accepting defeat and focusing on the next game.”
King-Tosh Ngwenya agreed.
“It’s not about rankings. It’s about teamwork, discipline and hunger. Upsets happen every weekend in football. The coach must be strategic. He must beat Nigeria at home, draw in Lagos, and then win all home matches against Zim and Rwanda.”
Bafana Bafana defeats Benin
In a similar article, Briefly News wrote that Bafana Bafana defeated Benin in their 2026 World Cup qualifying match.
The South African soccer team beat Benin 2-0, giving them a stronger position on the log after Nigeria drew in their match against Lesotho. South Africans were hopeful that Bafana Bafana might qualify for the World Cup due to their performance.
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