Musician TNS has shown his support for the South Africa national football team by wearing their official 2026 World Cup away jersey ahead of their tournament opener. The stylish gesture comes as Bafana Bafana sit second in their World Cup group with four points from three matches, according to the latest standings.
South Africa kicks off its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against group leaders Mexico at 9:00 PM South African time this evening at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The opening ceremony, featuring a performance from South Africa's own Tyla, begins at 7:30 PM. This was reported by iol.co.za on Tuesday.
What did TNS wear to show his support?
TNS shared images online where he is seen wearing the team's new green away jersey, produced by Adidas. The shirt features a retro-inspired collar, white detailing, and the national team's gold crest. He paired the jersey with slim-fit black jeans and white and green Nike Court Vision Low sneakers. His accessories included black and gold half-rim glasses and a classic watch with a black leather strap. The musician captioned the post simply "Proudly" alongside a South African flag emoji.
Who is performing at the World Cup opening ceremony?
The ceremony before the match will be a major musical event. Burna Boy and Shakira are expected to perform the official FIFA World Cup anthem "Dai Dai" live for the first time. They will be joined by a lineup of other artists including J Balvin, Maná, Alejandro Fernández, and Los Ángeles Azules. Representing South Africa, or Mzansi, on the global stage will be Grammy-winning artist Tyla.
What is South Africa's form heading into the match?
The fashion moment provides a positive boost as the team looks to rebound from a recent defeat. South Africa's last result was a 0-1 loss to Canada on June 28. Their recent form over the last five matches shows one win, two draws, and two losses (LWDDL). In the World Cup so far, they have scored two goals and conceded three, leaving them with a -1 goal difference. You can track the team's progress on our dedicated stats page.
What does this mean for Bafana Bafana's campaign?
Tonight's match is a significant opportunity to close the gap in the group. South Africa currently trails Mexico by five points in the title race. A positive result at the Azteca would provide crucial momentum for the remainder of the group stage. The team will be hoping the wave of support from figures like TNS and the nation translates into a strong performance on the pitch. Fans can follow the team's journey and check upcoming fixtures as the tournament progresses.
