Broos’ World Cup blueprint: why Bafana’s May friendlies matter as much as the flights to Mexico

Hugo Broos has confirmed Nicaragua as Bafana Bafana’s next friendly opponent on 29 May as South Africa ramps up preparation for the 2026 World Cup. With talk of an early arrival in Mexico still not formally locked in, the bigger story is how these fixtures can shape squad roles, rhythm, and readiness for a tournament that will punish slow starters.