Bafana Bafana will be looking to reclaim top spot in Group C after FIFA’s ruling that docked them points for fielding a suspended player against Lesotho. Their clash against Zimbabwe this Friday promises intensity and pride — even as both sides approach the game with contrasting fortunes.
South Africa will be without key players such as Themba Zwane, Iqraam Rayners, and Relebohile Mofokeng, who are all out injured. However, Hugo Broos has called up a number of fearless young talents — including Malibongwe Khoza, Mduduzi Shabalala, and Mohau Nkota — to inject energy and unpredictability into the squad.
Coach Hugo Broos (South Africa)
“We deserve to go to the FIFA World Cup — there’s no doubt about it. I believe in this group and I’m sure they will give everything to win on Friday. After all our performances in the qualifiers, we have no reason to doubt ourselves now.”
Coach Michel Nees (Zimbabwe)
“The boys are motivated and working hard. We know what’s at stake and are confident that we can perfect our strategies before kickoff. Every opponent will meet a Zimbabwe side ready to fight. We’ve analysed our past games and are coming back stronger.”
Match Details
Fixture: South Africa 🇿🇦 vs Zimbabwe 🇿🇼
Competition: 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers – Group C
Date: Friday, 10 October 2025
Venue: Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban (Neutral venue)
Kick-off: 18:00 (CAT)
Where to Watch
South Africa: SABC Sport (TV) & SuperSport TV (DStv)
Zimbabwe: ZBC TV (Free-to-air)
Rest of Africa: Live on SuperSport Football Africa
Online Streaming: Available globally on FIFA+ (UK, North America, Europe, Asia and other selected regions)
The Warriors, already out of contention, will be seeking to restore pride, while Bafana Bafana treat this clash as a must-win to keep their World Cup hopes alive.
Zimbabwe will wrap up their Group C campaign on Monday against Lesotho at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane.