Overview
- Capetonians viewed the FIFA World Cup trophy at the V&A Waterfront, the third public display after Pretoria and Johannesburg on a three-day tour.
- President Cyril Ramaphosa unveiled the trophy at the Union Buildings, launching the tour and declaring confidence that Bafana Bafana will bring it back.
- McKenzie warned that any boycott could trigger FIFA sanctions and damage South African football, calling such proposals illogical.
- South Africa are in Group A and will open the tournament against hosts Mexico on June 11 at the Estadio Azteca, with one group opponent to be confirmed by March 31.
- Bafana captain Ronwen Williams said the occasion made the tournament feel tangible and emphasized improving finishing following the AFCON exit.