Broos – Why I Gave Mdu His Bafana Debut

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has revealed why he was pleased to give Mduduzi Shabalala his debut against Rwanda. The Kaizer Chiefs star was introduced late in the World Cup qualifier against Amavubi, with South Africa winning 3-0 and eventually securing the spot for the continental showpiece. Broos says Shabalala’s burning desire for game time was evident during the training sessions for the two matches. The Bafana gaffer felt that with the team holding a commanding 3-0 lead, it was the perfect, low-pressure moment to introduce the 21-year-old for his debut. “When you work with young players, it’s normal not to just give them a standard position in the team,” said Broos. “So, you

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Broos – What I Told Mbule Ahead Of Bafana Revival

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Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos says he is proud of Sipho Mbule’s turnaround in the national team and he revealed a conversation he had with the midfielder before his revival in the national team. Mbule returned to the senior national team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Nigeria in September 2025, ending a four-year absence from the team – a period that was overshadowed by his reported disciplinary issues off the field. The Orlando Pirates midfielder was impressive in the matches where South Africa collected four points from a possible six. The 27-year-old was called

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FIFA President Sends Message To Bafana

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino has congratulated Bafana Bafana after qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bafana return to the global showpiece for the first time since 2010, securing their first qualification since 2002. Hugo Broos’ men secured a 3-0 win at Mbombela Stadium, while Nigeria thumped Benin resulting in South Africa moving to the top of Group C, while the Super Eagles secured second place. After Bafana secured their spot at the global showpiece, Infantino shared some words of appreciation. “Congratulations, Bafana Bafana,” he stated on social media. “You are coming back to the global stage again at the

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Khune On Bafana WC Qualification

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Former Bafana Bafana and Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune has hailed the current generation of South African men’s football, as well as head coach Hugo Broos after their historic qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bafana beat Rwanda 3-0 to top Group C after Nigeria hammered Benin 4-0 in the other fixture. The result secured South Africa the top spot in the group and their first qualification for a World Cup since 2002. Khune, who featured in the 2010 World Cup on home soil, was full of praise how the current generation defeated all odds to book their ticket

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Broos Reacts To Historic World Cup Qualification

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Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has reacted to guiding South Africa to the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification. South Africa beat Rwanda 3-0 in the last qualifying match at the Mbombela Stadium on Tuesday evening, finishing on top of Group C with 18 points. This is their first qualification since 2002 while their last participation in the tournament was in 2010 as hosts. Broos has stressed that the stage Bafana will be competing on is truly unique and unlike any other. He believes Bafana’s appearance at the World Cup will elevate the perceived value of South African football overall, drawing

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All Teams Qualified For 2026 World Cup So Far

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Bafana Bafana have become the 23rd nation to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating Rwanda 2-0 at Mbombela Stadium. Bafana’s win over Rwanda, while Nigeria thumped Benin 4-0 saw a late swing in Group C, as Hugo Broos’ men moved back to the top of the log. After doubts had crept following in the points deduction and the dire 0-0 draw with Zimbabwe on Friday, Bafana’s fortunes changed on Tuesday thanks to a controlled display vs Rwanda. Hugo Broos’ men moved to the summit of Group C, with 18 points from 10 games – one ahead of

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Breaking: Bafana Qualify For World Cup

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Goals by Thalente Mbatha and Oswin Appollis sent Bafana Bafana to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Nigeria thumped Benin in the other Group C fixture on Tuesday. It was a night of celebrations at Mbombela Stadium after Mbatha opened the scoring inside five minutes with a thunderous shot past Fiacre Ntwari. Meanwhile, Victor Osimhen had also given Nigeria an early lead in Uyo to send Bafana to the top of Group C. Appollis, who had already set up the opener, then sent South African football into sheer ecstasy after making it 2-0 for Bafana with a well-placed shot in

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Bafana vs Rwanda Starting XI Confirmed 

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Bafana Bafana have announced their starting lineup for this evening must-win 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers clash against Rwanda at the Mbombela Stadium. The hosts are in second spot in Group C two points behind leaders Benin with Hugo Broos’ troops, needing to beat the Rwandans and then hope that Nigeria either beat or hold Benin at home. Bafana are on the back of a disappointing 0-0 with Zimbabwe in the previous World Cup qualifier played at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Friday night while Rwanda suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Benin at home. How South Africa will qualify:

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Patosi Set To Land New Club In SA

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Former Cape Town City midfielder Ayanda Patosi is on the verge of joining new Western Cape ABC Motsepe League side Hope FC.  iDiski Times can confirm that Hope FC is on the verge of securing the former Bafana Bafana attacker’s signature for the upcoming season which is set to kick-off in the next coming weeks. The 32-year-old has been training with the side for some time and is closer to signing on the dotted line as he looks to get his career back on track.  Patosi has been a free agent since leaving Iran side Foolad FC back in January

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