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Xaniseka Raymond Mdaka (Coach ) of South Africa ahead of the U20 CAF Africa Cup of Nations match between Egypt and South Africa at Cairo International Stadium on April 27, 2025 in Cairo, Egyp

Raymond Mdaka sets sights on elite friendlies for U20 World Cup prep

Amajita head coach Raymond Mdaka says it’s important that they prepare thoroughly for the FIFA U20 World Cup following the conclusion of the tournament draw on Thursday.

Xaniseka Raymond Mdaka (Coach ) of South Africa ahead of the U20 CAF Africa Cup of Nations match between Egypt and South Africa at Cairo International Stadium on April 27, 2025 in Cairo, Egyp

Raymond Mdaka pushes for high-quality preparatory matches for U20 World Cup

Amajita coach Raymond Mdaka says preparing thoroughly for the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile later this year and avoiding mistakes that could have derailed their plans for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) U20 tournament are among his priorities.

Amajita lift the AFCON U20 trophy

Raymond Mdaka hails DDC impact on Amajita AFCON glory

Amajita head coach Raymond Mdaka has hailed the impact of the DStv Diski Challenge after the South Africa U20 national team were crowned 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations champions.

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Amajita end 28 year wait for continental final

Amajita have made history by reaching the Africa Cup of Nations U20 final for the first time in 28 years.

South Africa U20 head coach Raymond Mdaka

With the pressure off, Amajita aim to thrill in the semifinal against Nigeria

With the FIFA U20 World Cup ticket now safely secured, Amajita head coach Raymond Mdaka expects the pressure to be less when they meet Nigeria in the semifinal this evening at 5 pm SA Time.

Xaniseka Raymond Mdaka (Coach ) of South Africa ahead of the U20 CAF Africa Cup of Nations match between Egypt and South Africa at Cairo International Stadium on April 27, 2025 in Cairo, Egyp

Amajita overcome challenges to achieve World Cup qualification

Amajita coach Raymond Mdaka is on cloud nine after leading the South African U20 national men’s team to 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup qualification in Egypt.