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Siphiwe Tshabalala returns to World Cup as broadcaster for opening match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 7:14 PM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Siphiwe Tshabalala returns to World Cup as broadcaster for opening match

Summary

Siphiwe Tshabalala, who scored South Africa's first goal in the 2010 World Cup, is back in the spotlight as a broadcaster for the 2026 World Cup's opening match between South Africa and Mexico. Tshabalala’s goal in 2010 against Mexico became iconic, symbolizing the tournament as the first hosted by an African nation. He reflects on that moment as the high point of his career, emphasizing its importance to fans. Tshabalala is joining SuperSport's pitchside team for the event, highlighting his enduring connection to significant World Cup moments.

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By the Numbers

•Tshabalala scored South Africa's first goal in the 2010 World Cup.
•He appears as a broadcaster for the opening match of the 2026 World Cup.
•The 2010 goal is remembered as an iconic moment in soccer history.
•The 2026 World Cup is co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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7:14 PMYahoo Sports — South Africa legend back at World Cup exactly 16 years after epic goal

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After scoring an iconic goal against Mexico in the 2010 World Cup, Siphiwe Tshabalala is back at the World Cup as a broadcaster for the opening match.
— Yahoo Sports

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