Fans arrive for Bafana Bafana vs South Korea clash – PHOTOS

Excitement is building ahead of Bafana Bafana’s crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A clash against South Korea, with South African supporters arriving in numbers to back Hugo Broos’ men.

Fans draped in the national colours of green and gold have already begun filling the Estadio Monterrey precinct hours before kick-off on Wednesday, creating a festive atmosphere as hopes of a historic place in the Round of 32 remain alive.

The match is due to start on Thursday, 25 June at 03:00 (SA time).

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Travelled from far

Supporters have travelled from across South Africa, as well as from other parts of the world, to cheer on Bafana Bafana in what is effectively a must-win encounter.

South Africa enter the match still in contention for qualification after opening their campaign with a 2-0 defeat to Mexico before earning a valuable point in a 1-1 draw against Czech Republic.

A victory against South Korea should be enough to secure a place in the knockout stages.

Key role

Many supporters are hopeful that youngsters such as Relebohile Mofokeng will play a key role after impressing during his cameo appearance in the clash against Czechia.

The clash also represents South Africa’s first-ever senior men’s international meeting with the South Korea, adding extra significance to the occasion.

With qualification on the line and national pride at stake, Bafana Bafana supporters are determined to make their presence felt as South Africa chase a place among the world’s top 32 teams.

The atmosphere is expected to reach fever pitch when the teams walk onto the field for this crucial World Cup encounter.

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