Hugo Broos has named the final squad to face Nigeria and Zimbabwe in next month's FIFA World Cup qualifiers — here's how fans online reacted!
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Bafana Bafana head coach, Broos, announced the final squad to face Nigeria and Zimbabwe in the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
Two weeks ago, the mentor unveiled a provisional squad comprising 36 players, a selection that has since been reduced to 23 as South Africa aims to lead Group C by the conclusion of the international break.
With only the victors of the nine groups securing automatic qualification for the 2026 global tournament in North America, this marks a record number for CAF-affiliated nations in a World Cup.
The squad is headlined by Burnley striker Lyle Foster, who was excused from national duty at this year's AFCON due to mental health issues; FCSB defender, Siyabonga Ngezana also earns a well-deserved call-up after a stellar debut campaign in Europe; and Relebohile Mofokeng, Orlando Pirates' wonderkid.
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Fans on social media had plenty to say about the squad that will take on the Super Eagles away in Uyo and neighbours, The Warriors at home in Bloemfontein:
Deserved, welcome to the big stage boy. Where you belong. pic.twitter.com/SStremgoix
— iBhubesi (@mabasotf) May 30, 2024
Lyle Foster is back. Also Relebohile Mofokeng deserves this ????????
— Kenny ???? (@Llekamania_) May 30, 2024
Those who say Foster doesn't deserve to be here then stop supporting the team or get over it.
— Lebogang Moagi ?? (@Lagamthym) May 30, 2024
We must start voting for national team players. I want to see something ??????
— Gamane Gama (@IamGamaneGama) May 30, 2024
8 players from the champions ??
— Farrington MminaPig Malepe ???? (@FKolobe_Malepe) May 30, 2024
Evidence Makgopa dropped after decent Afcon yoh
— ????AFCON 2023 BRONZE MEDALIST??????? (@KB_Ramasimong) May 30, 2024
To be honest I know people will talk but I am happy with Lyle inclusion provided everything is above board and he was not lying but we always give person benefit of doubt and he is the best striker we have
Lyle Foster deserves to be included in this squad as much as anyone. Hes honoured all past call ups and has always given his all. His form with Burnley has been consistent too, it was just unfortunate he suffered a mental setback during AFCON.
— Maxwell Molepo (@Maaxie_Max) May 30, 2024
This is simple:
— MENE MENE (@_Bongani__) May 30, 2024
Foster
Mofokeng Tito Mokwana
Sithole Mokoena
Modiba Mvala Kekana Mudau
Williams
Ladies and Gentlemen, Bafana Bafana international???? pic.twitter.com/ZCCLxO2Fa0
— Mopheme???? (@sefothakarabel) May 30, 2024
The one man who deserves to back in Bafana Bafana ????. Bathusi Aubaas.
— Mamelodi Sundowns Sharpeville Branch® (@MS_Sharpeville) May 30, 2024
His partnership with Teboho Mokoena would be epic.#BafanaBafana ???? #BafanaPride pic.twitter.com/s6ZxJTaIDs
Congratulations to Relebohile Mofokeng for making it to the Bafana Bafana squad.
— STAR. (@makwande_m) May 30, 2024
Yonke into inexesha layo! ?? pic.twitter.com/gbKKoivbVV
Ngezana and Forster ??
— MW (@MWTlali) May 30, 2024
Nice one Hugo Broos https://t.co/ly9EJ982nF pic.twitter.com/rNHnFsLczq
Bafana Bafana squad to face Zimbabwe and Nigeria for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers:
— El Capitano? (@_izodlalaiTv) May 30, 2024
• I'm happy for the young Relebohile Mofokeng??
• Happy for the return of Foster and the inclusion of Siyabonga Ngezana.
With Lyle Foster, Igraam Rayners, Percy Tau[hopefully this time… pic.twitter.com/Q9JUgRbGbS
It looks good and Goodluck to Broos and the boys. Happy for Mofokeng and welcome back to Lyle.
— Bruno Man (@BrunoMan21) May 30, 2024
Hugo actually improved in terms of squad selection. I'm happy for him ???
— Reuben ???????? (@Reuben_19m) May 30, 2024
Mabasa is a top scorer this season and Foster haven't been playing that much. Can anyone balance me please pic.twitter.com/gTD9e4awST
— Sir (@mackenzi_lesupi) May 30, 2024
Siyabonga Ngezana ??
— Shakes Rampedi (@ShakesRampedi) May 30, 2024
Relebohile Mofokeng ??
Elias Mokwana ??
Jayden Adams ??
I'm really happy for these Gentlemen in making the final Bafana Bafana squad ????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????#BafanaBafana pic.twitter.com/h7sjznVIFX
So vele your national team coach overlooked the @OfficialPSL top goal scorer in the @BafanaBafana squad?
— Coach Siya Maloka (@Siya_Maloka_) May 30, 2024
Congratulations to 19 year old Orlando Pirates sensation Relebohile Mofokeng for receiving his first international call up ???? pic.twitter.com/DpLqzIVJr0
— Football Stage (@Football__Stage) May 30, 2024
The last born Relebohile Mofokeng.Thank you to Jose or cooking the boy,now Hugo will reap the rewards. pic.twitter.com/jYQ7S1aQqv
— Football is Life (@humble53410858) May 30, 2024
Some are disappointed Tito makes the squad again.
— Mopheme???? (@sefothakarabel) May 30, 2024
They thought after that friendly against that unknown country Hugo Broos won't select him again.
Madala knows ball??he is not emotional. Lead us Hugo Broos!!???????? pic.twitter.com/OaSFdjo3tb
It's going to get harder and harder for haters to find a reason to push Hugo Broos out! What a selection ????????
— Umjaka ?? #DlalaMdlali (@umjaka) May 30, 2024
Coach Hugo Broos is cooking here. https://t.co/DWNzkGjcNf
— Coach Fetsi (@mtsuebeane) May 30, 2024
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