Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams is wary of the threat Mexico possesses ahead of their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

South Africa will take on co-hosts Mexico in the opening fixture of the World Cup.

The two sides have been drawn in Group A alongside South Korea and the Czech Republic.

Williams is relishing the opportunity to face Mexico but expects a tough showing against the host nation.

“Mexico is an amazing team and highly experienced. They have been a part of previous and recent World Cups, so they have loads of experience,” Williams said.

“They have got the quality players, and the most important thing is that they have got the supporters and fans and the home ground advantage. That is always key.

“But we are excited and will obviously analyse them thoroughly, watch their games, and I think it is going to be a good opening game against them.”