The 1996 African Cup of Nations was the 20th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations, the soccer championship of Africa (CAF). It was hosted by South Africa, who replaced original hosts Kenya. South Africa won its first championship, beating Tunisia in the final 2−0. The squad included: Andre Arendse, Roger De Sa, John Tlale, Mark Fish, Edward Motale , Sizwe Motaung , David Nyathi, Lucas Radebe, Neil Tovey, Andrew Tucker, Linda Buthelezi, Doctor Khumalo, Augustine Makalakalane, Helman Mkhalele, John Moeti, Zane Moosa, John Moshoeu, Eric Tinkler, Shaun Bartlett, Philemon Masinga, Daniel Mudau, Mark Williams.
Williams came off the bench and scored twice in three minutes, sealing history. (73’, 76’minutes)
This was the first major international trophy for South African football.
- Final — 3 February 1996
- Venue: Soccer City, Johannesburg
- Attendance: ±80,000
The 1996 Bafana Bafana AFCON‑winning team was inducted into the South African Hall of Fame on 20 August 2017.
