COMMENT | Ronwen Williams must lead by example as Bafana Bafana struggle at World Cup

Bafana Bafana started their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 2-0 loss to co-host Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium. Goalkeeper and captain Ronwen Williams made two brilliant saves but struggled with build-up play, his indecision contributing to the first goal. The defense lacked cohesion in an unfamiliar 5-3-2 formation. As leader, Williams must now organize his defense and take responsibility.