Bring on Nigeria! Fearless Broos backs Bafana to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos responded with unwavering resolve to the recent revelation of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifying draw.

Nestled within the confines of his homeland, the Belgian tactician discovered that his charges will be positioned in the fiercely competitive Group C that includes football titans Nigeria.

Bafana will also have to dual it out against neighbours Zimbabwe and Lesotho, while matches against Benin and Rwanda completes the group of six nations.

Broos and his Bafana charges are currently on a hot streak of seven unbeaten matches, with their recent 2-1 triumph over Africa Cup of Nations qualifying win over Morocco, Africa's highest-ranked nation.

Buoyed by this feat, Broos exuded confidence, confidently asserting that his men possess the potential to conquer the group.

As he expounded on the upcoming qualifiers, Broos underscored the paramount importance of their away fixtures.

The magnitude of these challenges cannot be understated, as the squad faces five arduous away encounters, each fraught with its unique obstacles.

Undeterred by the daunting nature of their quest, the Belgian maestro declared: "I believe it is within the realm of possibility for South Africa to secure the coveted spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the undisputed leaders of our group."

Broos confidently proclaimed Bafana has matured and evolved since his arrival in 2021, transforming into a force to be reckoned with.

"The progress we have achieved is undeniable, making the upcoming qualifiers an entirely different entity.

"We are better equipped now; we boast an improved team. Thus, my confidence in our success remains unwavering."

WATCH: Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos’ reaction to the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw