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Matuludi looks forward to Limpopo River derby vs Zimbabwe

Bafana Bafana second choice right-back at this Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament Thabang Matuludi says Monday’s crucial final group match against neighbours Zimbabwe is a must win.

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Broos raves about Mbokazi after Salah task

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has continued to sing the praises of left-footed centre-back Mbekezeli Mbokazi, insisting the 20-year-old is destined for the very top of the game after another eye-catching performance at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

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Edmilson Dove – Bafana are the benchmark

Mozambique defender Edmilson Dove says he would like to see more COSAFA region nations follow the example set by Bafana Bafana, who have secured qualification for next year’s FIFA World Cup.

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VAR controversy overshadows Bafana loss as Broos hits out

A furious Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has lashed out at what he described as dubious officiating decisions following South Africa’s 1–0 defeat to 10-man Egypt in their second Group B match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) at Adrar Stadium in Agadir on Thursday.

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Khuliso Mudau accepts defeat, challenges VAR call

Bafana Bafana defender Khuliso Mudau maintains that while he accepts the referee’s decision is final, the penalty awarded to Egypt in their 1-0 victory on Friday night was the wrong call.

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Mohamed Salah spot-kick sinks spirited Bafana as Egypt seal early AFCON progress

Bafana Bafana's hopes of securing early qualification at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations were dashed on Boxing Day as a single Mohamed Salah penalty proved enough to hand Egypt a 1-0 victory in Agadir.

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