Here are the three key playmakers for Bafana Bafana in their World Cup opener against Mexico: Relebohile Mofokeng, Lyle Foster, and Ronwen Williams. Picture: BACKPAGEPIX

The Fifa World Cup is finally upon us, and that means Bafana Bafana will be taking on co-hosts Mexico in the tournament opener on Thursday.

Kick-off is at 9pm at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.

The pressure will be on hosts Mexico to deliver all three points as a host nation, but there will also be significant expectations on a rejuvenated Bafana side under coach Hugo Broos.

Here are three Bafana players that could have a massive influence on the game.