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Bafana Bafana enter AFCON 2025 confident but face a crucial challenge that could determine their success in the tournament.
As South Africa prepare to kick off their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign against Angola on Monday, a significant question looms over the team: can they address the one area that could derail their tournament ambitions?
Confidence is high within the Bafana Bafana camp heading into the continental showpiece. The team is coming off an impressive third-place finish in the last edition, their best performance since 2000.
This success propelled them to new heights, culminating in their qualification for a FIFA World Cup for the first time since 2002.
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12:14 - 16.12.2025
South Africa coach Hugo Broos has been forced to issue an apology following his public rebuke of defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi which saw him accused of racism and sexism.
With a squad that has remained largely intact for over two years and an unbeaten streak stretching past 20 matches, South Africa will no longer be flying under the radar. Opponents will be well-prepared for the challenge Hugo Broos's side presents.
Bafana Bafana: A Solid Foundation but a Blunted Spearhead
On paper, Bafana Bafana appears solid from the back. The defence, marshalled by Mbekezeli Mbokazi alongside the experienced Mamelodi Sundowns pair of Khuliso Mudau and Aubrey Modiba, provides a sturdy shield. With captain Ronwen Williams between the posts, the team is expected to be defensively resilient.
The midfield is equally formidable, with Teboho Mokoena expected to dominate the centre of the park once again.
His exceptional performances in the previous AFCON earned him a well-deserved spot in the team of the tournament.
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09:32 - 20.12.2025
Nairobi United coach Nicholas Muyoti believes the return of a Harambee Stars utility man will strengthen his squad and reignite their push for a top-four finish in the Kenyan Premier League.
However, while the defence and midfield look sharp, the attack remains a significant concern. South Africa boasts talented wingers like Oswin Appollis, Relebohile Mofokeng, Mohau Nkota, and Tshepang Moremi, but the team lacks a consistently clinical striker.
Both Evidence Makgopa and Lyle Foster have struggled to find the back of the net regularly for the national team, a worrying trend heading into a high-stakes tournament like AFCON.
In knockout football, chances are often few and far between, and a ruthless finisher is essential for success.
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07:27 - 19.12.2025
Richard Odada: Coach Explains What Harambee Stars Midfielder Must Do to Keep His Starting Spot
Harambee Stars midfielder Richard Odada has impressed UTA Arad, but must increase his intensity and defensive contributions to secure his place in the starting lineup.
If Bafana Bafana are to mount a serious challenge for the title and emulate the legendary "Class of '96," their strikers must find their scoring touch.
For the team to have a realistic chance of glory, one of their forwards will need to step up and deliver crucial goals.