Bafana Bafana are set to clash with Zimbabwe in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban! Coach Hugo Broos has promised that the team will fight like lions to secure a victory in this penultimate match of their qualifying campaign. Kickoff is scheduled for 18h00, and fans can catch the action live on SuperSport.
'We Will Fight Like Lions' - Broos
Broos emphasized the team's commitment and consistency, stating, "Nothing has changed. The players know they are the same team with the same quality and a fantastic mentality." He assured fans that Bafana Bafana will give their all: "Tomorrow at six o’clock, the game starts and we will fight for it like lions because we want to win that game tomorrow, you can be sure of it."
Captain's Resolve
Captain Ronwen Williams echoed the coach's sentiments, affirming the team's determination to secure the necessary points from their remaining matches against Zimbabwe and Rwanda. "We know what is at stake. This is the business end of the qualifiers, but nothing has changed, and we need to be the same team we have been for the last two or three years. We have been growing, and we have been so good, but we need to finish it on a positive note," Williams said.
Warm Durban Welcome
The team received a rousing welcome upon their arrival in Durban, with enthusiastic fans greeting them at King Shaka International Airport and their hotel in North Beach. Broos expressed his hope that this passion would translate into strong support in the stands at Moses Mabhida Stadium.
Predicted Lineup
All eyes are on Coach Broos and his selection for this must-win game. Key players like a Kaizer Chiefs star and a Portugal-based midfielder are expected to feature in the starting XI. The coach cannot afford any mistakes in his lineup selection as South Africa enters a critical phase in their World Cup qualification journey.
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