Has I. Okon played in a World Cup before?

South Africa has appeared in 4 World Cups. Check the Career tab for I. Okon's full international history.

What position does I. Okon play?

I. Okon plays as a defender for South Africa at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is South Africa in at the 2026 World Cup?

South Africa are in Group A at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Mexico, South Korea, Czech Republic.

When does South Africa play at the World Cup?

South Africa's first match is on 2026-06-11 against Mexico at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City.

I. Okon – South Africa | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

I. Okon

Ime Okon

Date of BirthFebruary 20, 2004 (age 22)

Place of BirthFlorida, South Africa

Height / Weight187 / 83

PositionDefender

Current ClubSouth Africa

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls
World Cup	1	0
Friendlies	3	0
Premier Soccer League	11	0
Cup	12	1
League Cup	1	0
DFB Pokal	1	0
2. Bundesliga	25	2
All Competitions	54	3

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World Cup 2026

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#	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Mexico	1	1	0	2	3
2	South Korea	1	1	0	1	3
3	Czech Republic	1	0	1	-1	0
4	South Africa	1	0	1	-2	0

2026-06-11Mexico vs South AfricaEstadio Azteca, Mexico City→2026-06-18Czech Republic vs South AfricaMercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta→2026-06-24South Africa vs South KoreaEstadio BBVA, Monterrey→

2026 tournament outlook

I. Okon will represent South Africa at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. South Africa have been drawn in Group A alongside Mexico, South Korea, Czech Republic. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-11 against Mexico at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City. As a defender, Okon will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. South Africa's best World Cup finish is Group stage (2002, 2010). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

South Africa at the 2026 World Cup

I. Okon is part of the South Africa squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Hugo Broos, alongside S. Chaine, A. Modiba, J. Adams, and S. Campbell among the key players.

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