WATCH: Springbok stars send message to Bafana Bafana
· The South African
All of South Africa will unite behind Bafana Bafana on Thursday night as they take to the World Cup stage to face Mexico in the opening match of the tournament.
As messages of good luck pour in from around Mzansi, several World Cup-winning Springboks have also shared their support.
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In a ‘shout out’ from Vodacom, the likes of Bongi Mbonambi, Vincent Koch, Jesse Kriel, Eben Etzebeth, Ox Nche and Franco Mostert reminded Bafana that everyone is behind them ahead of kick off against Mexico.
The whole country is on the team sheet today. 📋
— vodacomrugby (@VodacomRugga) June 11, 2026
One flag. One voice.@Vodacom is backing Bafana all the way. 🇿🇦@Springboks | @BafanaBafana pic.twitter.com/T8yn71mQhN
No DNA 🧬 Just RSA 🇿🇦
— Michael Morton (@MMORTON6) June 11, 2026
Different badge, same mission.
Thanks to @vodacom I got the opportunity to shoot this amazing piece with the Springboks! Every South African rallying behind Bafana Bafana! 🇿🇦
Let’s go boys! EVERYONE Is behind you.. pic.twitter.com/S93FAPoidi
SPRINGBOKS SHOW SUPPORT TO BAFANA BAFANA
Recently, Mark Alexander, President of SA Rugby, expressed his support to Bafana Bafana on the eve of the FIFA World Cup 2026, writing this letter below:
“Dear SAFA Leadership, coach Hugo Broos and team,
On behalf of the South African Rugby Union, I extend our warmest wishes to Bafana Bafana as you embark on your FIFA World Cup campaign.
Your dedication, discipline and passion for the game embody the spirit of South African sport and inspire unity across our nation.
We stand proudly alongside you, confident that your journey will showcase resilience, teamwork and excellence on the world stage. May this campaign bring success and strengthen the pride of all South Africans.
With respect and solidarity,
Mark Alexander
President, SA Rugby”