Class of '96: Rise of a Nation

2025
6 Episodes
⁨16+⁩
Documentary

This documentary traces South Africa's 1990s football success, from their Africa Cup of Nations glory to the World Cup, as the team inspired the country.

Episodes

57m
1. The Coach
As South Africa returns to international football, new coach Clive Barker builds a team to open AFCON '96 against Cameroon and aims to unite the nation.
43m
2. The Captains
As the tournament intensifies, players Neil Tovey and Lucas Radebe rise as leaders of a revolutionary team fighting for glory on Africa's biggest stage.
50m
3. The Rebels
In an intense quarterfinal against Algeria, maverick defender Mark Fish defies expectations and team strategy to produce a moment of magic on the pitch.
48m
4. The Chief
Defender Lucas Radebe's inspiring journey from Diepkloof to Leeds United unfolds as the team looks to a crucial game against formidable rivals Ghana.
50m
5. The Final
Combining brilliance and belief, teammates Doctor Khumalo and Mark Williams unite the entire country as they lead the way through the AFCON '96 finals.
56m
6. A New Dawn
In the wake of AFCON '96, the Bafana Bafana team reflects on the legacy of coach Clive Barker and looks to a major World Cup qualifier against Congo.