Below is the full Bafana Bafana group-stage schedule converted to South African Standard Time (SAST), along with the venues and where South Africans should be able to watch the matches live.

Where to watch Bafana Bafana in South Africa

South African viewers should have a few options for watching Bafana Bafana’s World Cup matches:

Free-to-air TV: SABC is expected to show Bafana Bafana’s matches, with coverage across SABC 1, SABC 3 and SABC Sport.

Streaming: SABC Plus should be available for viewers who want to stream the matches without a DStv subscription.

Paid TV: SuperSport and DStv are expected to carry the World Cup, including all 104 matches from the tournament.

Radio: SABC radio stations are also expected to provide coverage, which is useful for fans who are travelling, working, or unable to watch live.

Quick thoughts on the fixtures

The Mexico opener is a big one. Not only is it Bafana’s return to the World Cup, but it is also the opening match of the tournament against one of the host nations. A 21:00 kickoff is perfect for South African fans.

The Czechia game is probably the most convenient fixture from a viewing point of view, kicking off at 18:00 SAST. That one could be massive for the group standings.

The final group match against South Korea is the tough one for local fans, with a 03:00 SAST kickoff. Depending on how the first two games go, though, it could be worth setting the alarm.

Which fixture are you most excited for: the Mexico opener, the Czechia evening game, or the early-morning South Korea decider?