The head-to-head results of Mexico vs South Africa in the last two matches clearly highlight the fierce rivalry between the two countries.
Mexico hosts South Africa, affectionately known as Bafana Bafana, in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Estadio Banorte on Thursday, 11 June 2026. The showdown kicks off at 21:00 (SAST).
Mexico vs South Africa: Head-to-Head Overview
According to Mexico and South Africa’s head-to-head record, Bafana Bafana has won one of their recent two encounters and drawn one.
Bafana Bafana has scored three goals against Javier Aguirre’s squad in their last two meetings, while conceding two. The Mexico vs South Africa fixture has seen over 1.5 goals in their last two clashes.
In terms of corners, the fixture produced over 8.5 corner kicks in the previous two games, with Mexico winning more corners per match.
Below, SportPurse zooms in on the head-to-head results of the last two matches between Mexico and South Africa, from 2005 to 2010.
South Africa 1-1 Mexico
South Africa and Mexico shared the spoils after a tense 1-1 draw in the opening match of the 2010 FIFA World Cup at FNB Stadium on 11 June 2010.
Kaizer Chiefs legend Siphiwe Tshabalala broke the deadlock in the 55th minute, assisted by Kagiso Dikgacoi. The historic goal sent the whole of South Africa into a frenzy, with Vuvuzelas blaring from the city to the townships.
However, Rafael Marquez’s equaliser in the 79th minute silenced the packed stadium and broke the hearts of millions of Bafana Bafana supporters who watched the game on television. Adres Guardardo assisted Marquez in levelling the score to 1-1.
The World Cup hosts, South Africa, took four corner kicks in the thrilling draw, while Mexico took five.
South Africa 2-1 Mexico
South Africa edged Mexico 2-1 in a thrilling Gold Cup group stages encounter at Dignity Health Sports Park in California on 9 July 2005.
Phillip Evans opened the scoring in the 28th minute, giving Bafana Bafana a dream start to the clash. Elrio Van Heerden then doubled South Africa’s score in the 41st minute.
Maza pulled one back for Mexico in the 83rd minute, but the South Africans defended their narrow lead until the final whistle.
South Africa took just one corner kick in the narrow win, while Mexico took a whopping 11.
Who Is the Key Player in the Mexican Squad?
Raul Jimenez is one of the key players in the Mexican camp. The Fulham forward scored nine goals and provided three assists in 36 Premier League matches in the 2025/26 season.
Jimenez also scored three goals in six matches at the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup, making him one of the most dangerous strikers in the Mexican lineup.
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Key Players in the South African Squad
Teboho Mokoena, Oswin Appollis, and Chicago Fire defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi are among the key players in the South African squad.
Mokoena, who packs a powerful shot, played a vital role in Mamelodi Sundowns’ successful CAF Champions League campaign. The midfielder scored in the final against AS FAR Rabat in Morocco, ensuring the Pretoria-based side became African champions for the second time in its history.
Appollis helped Orlando Pirates win the Betway Premiership title in the 2025/26 season. The pacey winger has what it takes to dribble past defenders and is a clinical finisher. He has netted crucial goals since joining the Bafana Bafana squad.
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For a live score of the Mexico vs South Africa fixture and a detailed match timeline, including scorers, cards, and substitutions, visit our live scores page.
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