Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos will announce his final squad on Thursday, May 30, ahead of next week\u2019s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Nigeria and Zimbabwe.<\/p>\n
On May 15, Broos initially named a 36-man preliminary squad for the upcoming qualifiers. Bafana Bafana will travel to Uyo to face the Super Eagles on Friday, June 7, 2024, before hosting Zimbabwe at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein on Tuesday, June 11, 2024.<\/p>\n
The preliminary squad features familiar faces such as Ronwen Williams, Themba Zwane, Percy Tau, Teboho Mokoena, and Khuliso Mudau, all of whom represented South Africa in the AFCON 2023 finals. Additionally, Orlando Pirates starlet Relebohile Mofokeng has received his first call-up following impressive performances at the club level. Stellenbosch defender Thabo Moloisane has also been given a maiden call-up.<\/p>\n
According to Sowetan Live, Broos will trim the squad to a final 23-man roster for the qualifiers. This announcement is highly anticipated as South Africa aims to solidify its position in Group C. Bafana Bafana currently occupy second spot with three points, while the Super Eagles are third with two points.<\/p>\n
The last encounter between these two teams was in the semi-finals of the AFCON, where the Eagles triumphed 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in regulation time. This upcoming clash in Uyo promises to be a pivotal moment for both teams as they vie for a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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