Bafana Bafana have confirmed a squad change ahead of their upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Nigeria and Zimbabwe.
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On Monday, the official X page for South Africa's men's team confirmed that Kaizer Chiefs defender Given Msimango has replaced the injured Grant Kekana in Hugo Broos' latest selection.
Bafana Bafana camp in full swing on day 1, with all players present. There is one change to the initial squad announced by Coach Hugo Broos. Due to injury, Grant Kekana has been released and Given Msimango has reported for duty! #BafanaPride #WCQualifiers
— Bafana Bafana (@BafanaBafana) June 3, 2024
The centre-back, who is uncapped for South Africa, made 30 appearances across all competitions this season for Chiefs.
Broos' side will take on Nigeria away from home in a Group C qualifier this coming Friday before hosting Zimbabwe on 11 June.
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Msimango has been a Chiefs player since July 2023, after previously enjoying spells at Highlands Park and TS Galaxy.
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