IME OKON

Hugo Broos after Round of 32 Qualification

Broos - Mbokazi and Okon are building Bafana’s future

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has hailed the growing partnership of the centre-back pairing of Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Ime Okon.

Bafana Bafana defender Ime Okon after Korea Republic win

Okon urges Bafana to bring South Korea intensity against Canada

Bafana Bafana defender Ime Okon believes the relentless approach that inspired their historic victory over South Korea will be key when they face Canada in the FIFA World Cup round of 32 on Sunday.

Mbekezeli Mbokazi after Korea Win

Bafana skipper hails young defensive duo after famous win

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has praised young centre-back pairing Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Ime Okon for producing a composed defensive display to keep South Korea at bay and help SA reach the FIFA World Cup round of 32.

Ime Okon during the South African national men's soccer team press conference at Southern Sun Pretoria on March 23, 2026 in Pretoria, South Africa.

Okon credits Bundesliga 2’s aggression and intensity for fast-tracking his growth

Bafana Bafana’s German-based defender Ime Okon has spoken glowingly about the standard of the Bundesliga 2 and how it’s helped him grow quickly at that level.

Bafana Bafana defender Ime Okon at COSAFA Cup 2025

Update: German club after Ime Okon revealed

SABC Sport understands that German Bundesliga second division outfit Hannover 96 are the leading favourites to sign defender Ime Okon on a free transfer from SuperSport United next month.

Bafana Bafana defender Ime Okon at COSAFA Cup 2025

Ime Okons heart has always been set on Bafana Bafana

Bafana Bafana and SuperSport United defender Ime Okon says he's always wanted to represent the South African national team.

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