Siphiwe Tshabalala to Feature Alongside Del Piero and Totti in Crown Legends Match

‘From the Dusty Streets of Phiri’: Siphiwe Tshabalala to Feature Alongside Del Piero and Totti in Crown Legends Match

Football legend Siphiwe Tshabalala is set to represent South Africa in the Crown Legends match taking place in Monterrey, Mexico, this weekend.

The exhibition appearance celebrates Tshabalala’s enduring legacy in world football, 16 years after his unforgettable opening goal at the 2010 FIFA World Cup against Mexico — a strike that remains one of the most iconic moments in tournament history.

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Star-Studded Line-Up of Football Greats

Siphiwe Tshabalala is set to take to the field on Saturday, 17 January, alongside some of the greatest names the sport has produced.

He will be joined by legendary players such as Alessandro Del Piero, Francesco Totti, Xavi, and Cafu, with the veteran side set to be coached by former England and Real Madrid manager Fabio Capello.

Taking to his Instagram account, Siphiwe Tshabalala shared his excitement ahead of the Crown Legends match in Mexico, reflecting on his journey from humble beginnings in Phiri to performing on the global stage.

The former Bafana Bafana star highlighted the significance of the occasion as another proud moment in his career, expressing enthusiasm about representing South Africa in Monterrey and being part of an event that celebrates football legends from around the world.

“From the dusty streets of Phiri to the world 🌍
Crown Legends game in Mexico 🇲🇽
17 Jan 2026- Monterrey
Let’s go🇿🇦”

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Exhibition Match Builds 2026 World Cup Excitement

The Crown Legends match forms part of celebrations ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Monterrey confirmed as one of the host cities for the global showpiece.

Saturday’s exhibition is designed to honour football heritage while building excitement for the tournament, which will be jointly hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada.

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