Bafana Bafana's Ronwen Williams embracing Fifa World Cup pressure cooker in Mexico City
Author: iol.co.zaPublished on: June 9, 2026Country: South Africa
Sports
Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams is unfazed by the intimidating atmosphere at the Estadio Azteca for their World Cup opener against Mexico on June 11. South Africa returns to the World Cup after 16 years, having hosted the tournament in 2010. The team has been rebuilt under head coach Hugo Broos. An exhibition match between former players from both teams was played in Mexico City, with the hosts winning 5-2.
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