Written by the 10bet Content Team. Facts checked on 9 November 2026.
Bafana Bafana play two Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027 qualifiers against Kenya in five days, starting in Soweto on Friday 13 November 2026. This guide covers the date, venue, group and squad news, then explains how the usual soccer betting markets work for a qualifier like this. It does not predict the result.
Bafana v Kenya at a glance
- Competition: AFCON 2027 qualifiers, Group D
- Match: South Africa v Kenya
- Date and kick-off: Friday 13 November 2026, 18:00 (SAST)
- Venue: Orlando Stadium (Orlando Amstel Arena), Soweto
- Return leg: Kenya v South Africa on Tuesday 17 November 2026, 18:00 (SAST)
- Group D teams: South Africa, Guinea, Kenya and Eritrea
Fixtures and kick-off times can change, so check the official SAFA and CAF channels on the day before you plan around them.
Why these two games matter
The 2027 finals will be played from 19 June to 17 July 2027 in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. In the qualifying phase, 48 teams are drawn into 12 groups of four, and the top two in each group advance to the finals. With only two places available per group, every qualifier counts, and playing the same opponent twice in five days makes the pair of matches feel like one tie.
Group D is a small group, so each result moves the table a long way. Look at the current Group D table before the match, because it will have changed since this guide was written.
Squad news
Head coach Pitso Mosimane announced the final squad on 5 November 2026, including captain Ronwen Williams and midfielder Teboho Mokoena. Squads can change before kick-off because of injuries, club releases and late call-ups, so check the confirmed matchday line-up before you decide anything. Official line-ups are normally published about an hour before kick-off.
Tickets
SAFA has listed tickets for the Orlando Stadium match through Ticketpro at R100 for adults and R40 for children aged 5 to 12, with gates opening at 15:00. Prices and gate times can change, so confirm them on the official SAFA or Ticketpro pages before you travel.
How betting markets work on an international qualifier
At 10bet, soccer matches are offered as fixed-odds bets: the odds are locked in when you place the bet. The markets you are most likely to see for a qualifier are:
| Market | What it means |
|---|---|
| Match result (1X2) | Pick South Africa to win, a draw, or Kenya to win after 90 minutes. Extra time does not count. |
| Double chance | Covers two of the three results at once. Lower odds, because you are covered twice. |
| Draw no bet | Back one team to win. If the match is drawn, your stake is returned. |
| Asian handicap | One team starts with a goal head start or deficit. Your pick must win after the handicap is applied. |
| Both teams to score | Yes if each side scores at least once, no if one side fails to score. |
| Total goals (over/under) | Bet on whether the goals scored will be above or below a set line, such as 2.5. |
| Anytime goalscorer | Pick a player to score at any point. Higher odds, harder to get right. |
Our soccer betting guide for South Africa explains each of these in more detail, and the soccer page at 10bet shows which markets are on the board.
Two matches in five days: what to think about
- Rotation. Coaches often change the line-up between legs of a double-header, so a team sheet for the first game may look different on 17 November.
- Travel and conditions. The second game is played away from home, with different conditions and a different crowd.
- Suspensions. A booking in the first match can matter in the second, so check cards as well as injuries.
- Your own limits. Decide your stake before kick-off and keep to it, especially when two matches fall so close together.
These are things to look at, not a forecast. Qualifiers can be tight and unpredictable, and a long-odds selection will lose more often than it wins.
Frequently asked questions
When do Bafana Bafana play Kenya?
South Africa host Kenya on Friday 13 November 2026 at 18:00 (SAST) at Orlando Stadium in Soweto. The return leg is on Tuesday 17 November 2026 at 18:00 (SAST). Check the official SAFA and CAF channels for any changes.
What competition is Bafana v Kenya?
Both matches are Group D qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Group D also includes Guinea and Eritrea.
How many teams qualify for AFCON 2027?
The qualifiers are played in 12 groups of four, and the top two in each group advance to the 24-team finals, which run from 19 June to 17 July 2027.
Can I bet on Bafana Bafana at 10bet?
Yes. Bafana matches are normally on the board at 10bet with pre-match and live markets. You must be 18 or older to bet, and you can set limits on our Responsible Gambling page.
Can anyone predict the result?
No. Form, rotation, travel and conditions all play a part, and the outcome is uncertain every time. This guide focuses on how the markets work rather than on forecasting a result.
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