Bafana Bafana Take on Mozambique in Friendly Fixture
Bafana Bafana faced Mozambique in an international friendly at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium on Tuesday evening. The match served as preparation for both teams as they continue to eye qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With opportunities still on the table, both sides were looking to gain momentum and test their squads.
Coach Hugo Broos opted for a slightly altered lineup, giving opportunities to several players. Nkosinathi Sibisi wore the captain's armband in place of Fawaaz Basadien. The starting eleven featured a blend of experience and fresh talent, aiming to build cohesion and explore different tactical approaches.
The Starting Lineup
Here's how Bafana Bafana lined up against Mozambique:
- Goalkeeper: Chaine
- Defenders: Mobbie, Sibisi, Mbokazi, Kabini
- Midfielders: Le Roux, Mphangule, Kwayiba
- Forwards: Mofokeng, Nkota, Mbuthuma
Subs included: Goss, Learner, Maswanganyi, Basadien, Mbatha, Appollis, Moloisane, Ndamane, Selepe, Cupido, Moremi, and Van Rooyen.
Looking Ahead to World Cup Qualifiers
Both South Africa and Mozambique are focused on securing their spots in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. This friendly provided valuable insights for coaches and players alike, highlighting areas for improvement and solidifying team strategies. The result of the match, while important, was secondary to the broader goal of preparing for the crucial World Cup qualifying matches ahead. Bafana Bafana will be hoping to improve on their previous friendly result against Tanzania, where they played to a goalless draw.
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