South Africa vs Rwanda 2026 World Cup Qualifiers – Match Date, Kickoff Time, and TV Channels
Get all the essential information about the South Africa vs Rwanda match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers, including match date, kickoff time, broadcasting channels, and previous head-to-head results.
South Africa vs Rwanda Match Date and Time
The decisive South Africa vs Rwanda clash will take place on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 16:00 GMT at Mbombela Stadium. This match is critical for Bafana Bafana, as they aim to secure qualification in the final round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers.
South Africa’s Qualification Challenge
South Africa had a strong position in Group C until a setback changed their fate. The team, led by Hugo Broos, was top of the group before a disciplinary decision overturned their match against Lesotho due to the inclusion of an ineligible player.
After a 0-0 draw with Zimbabwe, South Africa now trails Benin by two points. To qualify, Bafana Bafana must defeat Rwanda and hope for a slip-up from Benin against Nigeria in the other match scheduled on the same day.
Rwanda’s Position in the Group
Rwanda enters this match aiming to build on momentum from their previous encounters. With a strong performance against South Africa in the first leg, Rwanda has shown they can challenge the group leaders and make the final stage of the qualifiers more competitive.
TV Channels Broadcasting South Africa vs Rwanda
Fans can watch the South Africa vs Rwanda 2026 World Cup qualifier live on multiple platforms:
- SuperSport – Pan-African sports network offering live coverage.
- Shahid – Streaming service providing online access to the match.
- SABC 1 – South Africa’s national broadcaster.
- L'Équipe Live Foot – European sports channel covering African qualifiers.
- FIFA+ – Official FIFA platform streaming international qualifiers worldwide.
These channels ensure fans across Africa and globally can follow the match in real time.
Historical Head-to-Head: South Africa vs Rwanda
The first leg of this qualifier ended in a 2-0 victory for Rwanda on November 21, 2023, at Huye Stadium. Goals were scored by Nshuti and Mugisha, giving Rwanda an advantage heading into this return leg.
The South Africa vs Rwanda World Cup 2026 qualifier promises an exciting and decisive encounter. With live coverage on SuperSport, Shahid, SABC 1, L'Équipe Live Foot, and FIFA+, fans can witness every moment of this critical match as Bafana Bafana fights to keep their World Cup hopes alive.