World Cup
South Africa: how lucky, season by season
South Africa in the World Cup 2026: 4 points from goals worth 3.2 (+0.8 luck). Every match replayed.
| Season | Pl | Pts | Place | Replay pts | Adjusted place | Luck, pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 4 | 28 | 3.2 | 34 | +0.8 |
Every match
| Date | Match | Round | Replays: win · draw · loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 28, 2026 | South Africa 0–1 Canada | Round of 32 | 26% · 32% · 43% |
| Jun 24, 2026 | South Africa 1–0 South Korea | Matchday 3 | 22% · 47% · 31% |
| Jun 18, 2026 | Czech Republic 1–1 South Africa | Matchday 2 | 46% · 31% · 23% |
| Jun 11, 2026 | Mexico 2–0 South Africa | Matchday 1 | 4% · 22% · 74% |
South Africa and luck
Was South Africa lucky at the World Cup 2026?
Yes: South Africa took 4 points from 3 matches, where their goals were worth 3.2, so +0.8 points of luck.