South Africa at the 2026 World Cup: AI Predictions & Analysis
South Africa became the first African nation to host the World Cup in 2010, yet were eliminated at the group stage.
AI Tournament Probabilities
Source: Market estimates, residual probability pool, verified 31 May 2026
Methodology
Probabilities calculated by devigging bookmaker odds. Updated as tournament progresses.
Win Probability
0.2%
South Africa · FIFA World Cup 2026
Group A — Schedule & Fixtures
Mexico open the tournament at Estadio Azteca as CONCACAF hosts. South Korea bring top-level club experience. South Africa return after 16 years away.
ℹ️ Full match schedule confirmed by FIFA. Venue details for match 2 will be updated when confirmed.
$World Cup History
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Titles
Best Result
Group stage 1998, 2002, 2010 (host)
South Africa hosted the 2010 World Cup, becoming the first African nation to do so, but were eliminated in the group stage.
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Probabilities verified as of 31 May 2026 · Source: Market estimates, residual probability pool, verified 31 May 2026