# Government has called on South Africans to rally behind Bafana Bafana as the national team prepares to face Mexico in the World Cup opening match in Mexico City tonight. Officials say the team embodies the determination, discipline and fighting spirit of the nation. South Africans are encouraged to wear green and gold on Bafana Fridays as a show of support. Government says soccer has the power to unite the country and inspire national pride as Bafana takes on the world stage.
Soccer: South Africans urged to unite behind Bafana Bafana ahead of Mexico encounter