Hugo Broos Switches Allegiance from Mamelodi Sundowns to Orlando Pirates
The senior men's national team of South Africa, under the guidance of 73-year-old Belgian coach Hugo Broos, has been steadily improving in recent years. Broos, who has a broad selection of players to choose from, is preparing his squad for international competitions, with only a few players guaranteed a spot ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), scheduled for December.
Upcoming Competitions and Squad Updates
South Africa recently qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Nevertheless, the immediate focus is on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, taking place in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026.
Bafana Bafana, who finished third in the 2021 AFCON, are considered strong contenders due to their current form. Soon, they will face the 2013 champions, Chipolopolo of Zambia, in an international friendly match.
Squad Selections and Player Highlights
Notable inclusions in the squad include Masindi Nemtajela and Tshepang Moremi, who have been called up for the upcoming Zambia fixture. The South African Football Association (SAFA) has kept fans and stakeholders informed about the eagerly awaited match.
"The senior men's national team has been on the rise for the past few years as the Belgian tactician continues to tick the right boxes."
"Bafana Bafana are among the teams that have been tipped to challenge for the biennial competition."
Author's summary: Hugo Broos continues to strengthen South Africa's national team, with fresh talent added and key fixtures ahead as they prepare for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and beyond.