South Africa Will Face Spain in WXV Series
The 10th-ranked South African side travels to Seville for a match against Spain on Sunday.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Women’s Issues
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South Africa will take on Spain at the Estadio Olímpico de la Cartuja in Seville this Sunday at 12:00 PM. This upcoming contest is part of the WXV Global Series.
Why it matters
The match presents a chance for South Africa to build on their tournament performance following a victory against Italy. It also marks a homecoming for player Xoliswa Khuzwayo, who will return to the country where she earned her first international cap.
South Africa holds 6 consecutive wins against Spain, including a 48-26 victory in April 2025. The team enters this match following a 50-19 loss to Wales and a 41-29 win over Italy.
The players
Xoliswa Khuzwayo
She is a member of the South African national women's rugby team who has earned 15 international caps since her 2024 debut.
South Africa Women's National Rugby Team
The team is currently ranked 10th in the world and competes in major international tournaments like the WXV Global Series.
The details
Xoliswa Khuzwayo enters the match with 15 caps for the national team, having made her international debut against Spain in Valladolid in 2024. In that debut, South Africa narrowly defeated the hosts 15-13.
Timeline
Xoliswa Khuzwayo debuted against Spain in 2024.
South Africa defeated Spain 48-26 in April 2025.
The match in Seville takes place on October 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM.
South Africa faces Ireland in Cape Town on October 24, 2026.
Culture Shift
This match reflects the expansion of international women's rugby under the WXV Global Series, which provides more consistent competitive opportunities for national teams. The series aims to bridge gaps between top-tier and developing rugby nations through structured seasonal competition.
Fans in Seville can attend the match at the Estadio Olímpico de la Cartuja to witness the international competition firsthand. Viewers globally should note the 12:00 PM kickoff time on Sunday to plan their viewing schedules accordingly.
The takeaway
South Africa brings a strong historical record of six consecutive wins into this matchup against Spain. Supporters of the sport should watch the game to see if South Africa can maintain this dominance on international soil.
What happens next
South Africa is scheduled to play Ireland in Cape Town on October 24, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Isolezwe.
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