World Cup 2026: Hugo Broos Sets New Record in Bafana Bafana’s Defeat Against Canada in US

• Hugo Broos continues to make history at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup as he sets a new record in Bafana Bafana's defeat
• South Africa lost to one of the co-hosts, Canada, in the Round of 32 clash, and they are out of the global football competition
• The Belgian tactician also dropped comments about his future as the head coach of Bafana Bafana, and also his retirement

Bafana Bafana's impressive journey at the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended in the Round of 32 after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Canada at Los Angeles Stadium on Sunday.

Stephen Eustaquio's decisive strike proved enough to send the Canadians into the next round and end South Africa's historic campaign.

Hugo Broos made history during Bafana Bafana's win over South Korea in their last group game and secured a place in the Round of 32, but he failed to extend the record by guiding them to the Round of 16 of the global football competition.

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Broos sets new World Cup record

Despite Bafana Bafana's defeat against Canada and being knocked out of the 2026 World Cup, Hugo Broos etched his name on the history books as he became the oldest manager ever to take charge of a FIFA World Cup knockout match.

At 74 years, 77 days, the Belgian tactician surpasses Óscar Tabarez's previous record (71 in 2018), adding another remarkable chapter to an extraordinary coaching career.

Broos' comment after Bafana Bafana's defeat

Broos, speaking post-match, confirmed that he is proud of Bafana Bafana players and how they played against Canada.

"I'm still just as proud as two or three days ago. I think we had a good World Cup but today, when we play against a team like this, with power and speed, then we're running behind. This is something we have to learn. And therefore it was important for this team that we were here."

The Belgian tactician also commented on retiring from football and leaving his role as Bafana Bafana head coach after South Africa ouster from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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"We will decide in the next few days. But it's been a nice World Cup. It will not be an easy decision. I can't say now if I will stop or I will go."

"For us it's certainly something we have to so and in the next few months I'm sure this team will be stronger than before because today we played against a team who are a little bit further than we are. We played quite a good game. We could have done more."

Relebohile Mofokeng reacts emotionally after the win

Briefly News previously reported that Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng was a revelation, delivering a brilliant performance in his first start of the tournament.

The South African international was not used in the opening match and came on as a substitute during the 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic.

Source: Briefly News