Cupido recalled as Bafana target crucial World Cup qualifier

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Stellenbosch FC forward Ashley Cupido has been handed a late call-up to the South Africa national squad ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda on Tuesday, replacing an injured player in Hugo Broos’s selection.

Stellenbosch FC striker Ashley Cupido has received a late call-up to the Bafana Bafana squad for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda. The 24-year-old, who scored on his debut in June, returns as Hugo Broos’s side aim to secure automatic qualification with a decisive Group C victory in Mbombela.

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The 24-year-old returns to the national team setup for the first time since 10 June 2025, and has sinced earned six senior international caps to date and featured at the 2024 COSAFA Cup held in Gqeberha.

Cupido’s inclusion comes as Bafana Bafana occupy second place in Group C. Bafana face a must-win match against Rwanda to secure automatic qualification for the 2026 tournament.

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The qualifier is scheduled to kick off at 18:00 on Tuesday, 14 October, at Mbombela Stadium.

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