South African midfielder Temba Zwane has been suspended for three matches following his red card during the opening game of the 2026 North and Central America World Cup. The suspension, handed down after the incident in Atlanta, will cause Zwane to miss crucial upcoming matches. This includes South Africa’s anticipated match against Korea. The decision impacts South Africa’s team composition for the remainder of the group stage. Zwane, who plays for Mamelodi Sundowns, received the red card during the opening contest. Details of the specific infraction leading to the dismissal were not immediately available. The suspension represents a significant setback for the South African national team’s World Cup campaign.