Orlando Pirates defender and vice-captain Mbekezeli Mbokazi as well as Amajita centre-back Tylon Smith have been nominated for the CAF Young Player of the Year award.
Mbokazi, 20, has experienced a meteoric rise after breaking into the first team last season. He soon became a pillar in the Pirates defence and is now even considered a house-hold name in Bafana Bafana, with coach Hugo Broos insisting he needs to go to Europe to reach his maximum potential.
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Meanwhile, Smith stared for Amajita at the U20 Africa Cup of Nations, where he was named Player of the Tournament. His fine performances earned the defender a move from Stellenbosch FC to Championship side Queens Park Rangers.
Both were rewarded for their outstanding performances in 2025 with a place on the CAF Young Men’s Player of the Year shortlist.
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