South Africa began their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a 2-1 victory over Guinea in Soweto. Defender Ime Okon gave the hosts the lead in the 30th minute, scoring his first goal for South Africa. Guinea equalised in the 69th minute through Seydouba Cisse. Substitute Samukele Kabini scored the winner in the 77th minute, also his first international goal. The match marked Pitso Mosimane's first game in his second permanent spell as South Africa coach.
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