Create South Africa's World Cup 2026 Squad & Lineup

South Africa lineup graphics for World Cup 2026 matchdays. South Africa bring 3 previous World Cup appearances, a 3W 5D 5L World Cup match record, and a best finish of Group stage (17th).

Latest result

Knockout Stage · Match 73

South Africa
0:1
Canada

South Africavs.Canada

Venue (PDT)Sun, Jun 28 · 12:00 PMSoFi Stadium · Inglewood
Squad

World Cup 2026 squad

South Africa's 26-player squad for World Cup 2026, captained by Ronwen Williams, set up in a 4-2-3-1. Drop the starting XI into the builder above to make a lineup graphic.

Goalkeepers

  • 1Ronwen WilliamsCGK
  • 16Sipho ChaineGK
  • 22Ricardo GossGK

Defenders

  • 2Thabang MatuludiCB
  • 3Khulumani NdamaneCB
  • 6Aubrey ModibaLB
  • 14Mbekezeli MbokaziLCB
  • 18Samukele KabiniCB
  • 19Nkosinathi SibisiRCB
  • 20Khuliso MudauRB
  • 21Ime OkonRCB
  • 24Olwethu MakhanyaCB
  • 26Bradley CrossCB

Midfielders

  • 4Teboho MokoenaRM
  • 5Thalente MbathaRM
  • 7Oswin AppollisLAM
  • 10Relebohile MofokengCAM
  • 11Themba ZwaneCM
  • 12Thapelo MasekoRAM
  • 13Sphephelo SitholeLM
  • 23Jayden AdamsLM
  • 25Kamogelo SebelebeleCM

Forwards

  • 8Tshepang MoremiST
  • 9Lyle FosterLST
  • 15Iqraam RaynersST
  • 17Evidence MakgopaST
Group standings & fixtures

Group A table & fixtures

Live Group A standings, South Africa's fixtures, and possible Round of 32 matchups at World Cup 2026, updated as results come in.

Group APWDLGFGAGDPts
1Mexico330060+69
2South Africa311123-14
3South Korea310223-13
4Czechia301226-41
World Cup history

South Africa's three trips

South Africa have played 9 World Cup matches from 1998-2010, scoring 11 and conceding 16. South Africa first reached the World Cup in 1998 and last appeared in 2010, with all three campaigns ending in the group stage.

Best finish

Group stage (17th)

Reached this stage in 2002.

Appearances

3 Tournaments

First 1998, latest 2010.

Overall record

3W 5D 5L

13 scored, 20 conceded.

YearResultPWDL
2010Group stage3111
2002Group stage3111
1998Group stage3021
How it works

Four steps, under a minute

From template to downloadable graphic — no design skills needed.

  1. 1

    Start with a South Africa template

    Pick a World Cup-themed layout and use team colors to make the graphic feel matchday-ready.

  2. 2

    Add the South Africa squad or XI

    Enter squad players, starting names, and numbers, set the captain, and keep subs ready for matchday changes.

  3. 3

    Adjust the formation

    Switch between 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1, 3-5-2, and more. Player cards reposition automatically.

  4. 4

    Export for matchday

    Download a high-resolution PNG for Instagram, X, YouTube thumbnails, or fan group chats.

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South Africa's three trips

South Africa have played 9 World Cup matches from 1998-2010, scoring 11 and conceding 16. South Africa first reached the World Cup in 1998 and last appeared in 2010, with all three campaigns ending in the group stage.

Editable player cards

Name, number, and position for every player. Rename captain, subs, and staff without digging through menus.

Works on any device

The builder runs in your browser on desktop, tablet, and phone. Start on one, finish on another — your drafts follow you.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Can I build South Africa's World Cup 2026 squad and lineup for free?

Yes. The South Africa World Cup 2026 squad and lineup builder is free — pick a template, add your squad or starting XI, customize the style, and download the roster graphic without signing up.

What is South Africa's World Cup record?

South Africa have 3 World Cup appearances, 13 matches played, a 3W 5D 5L match record, and 13 goals scored. Their best finish is Group stage (17th).

Is this an official South Africa or FIFA tool?

No. TeamCreator is an independent lineup builder for fan content, creators, and teams.

Is this a World Cup team builder, squad maker, or lineup generator?

All three. TeamCreator works as a World Cup lineup builder, squad maker, and formation generator — build a full starting XI or roster graphic for any of the 48 teams and export it in seconds.

Does this work for soccer or football lineups?

Both — football or soccer, it's the same tool. Build a World Cup soccer lineup, starting XI, or squad graphic and export it however you call the game.

Which formations are supported?

Eight 11-a-side football formations: 4-4-2, 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1, 3-5-2, 5-3-2, 5-4-1, 4-5-1, and 3-4-3. Switch between them anytime — players reposition automatically.

Can I customize kits and colors?

Yes. Swap jersey colors, change the pitch background, and style the graphic to match your club, tournament, or content brand. Premium kits are available on paid templates.

What format are the exports?

Lineups export as high-resolution PNG files sized for social platforms — Instagram feed and stories, X, YouTube thumbnails, and print.

Can I use the exports commercially?

Yes, exports from free and paid templates can be used for content, club accounts, matchday graphics, and monetized social posts.

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