Bafana’s Pitso backs local-based stars to shine against Guinea
'The Cup of Nations has told you that it is not about where you play, it is about what happens on the pitch,' said the Bafana head coach.
Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane acknowledges the challenge posed by Guinea in their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Group D qualifier at the Orlando Amstel Arena. Group D is complicated due to the presence of co-hosts Kenya, making qualification for AFCON a potential showdown between Bafana and Guinea. Bafana's squad consists primarily of overseas-based players, with striker Serhou Guirassy performing well in Borussia Dortmund.
Mosimane highlights the need to address Guinea's aerial strength while noting that the Cup of Nations is about performance on the pitch, not where a player is based. Mosimane relies on a core of players from top South African clubs, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns. He highlights Sundowns' recent success, including their AFC Champions League victory.
Mosimane calls up right back Thabang Matuludi, despite his transfer saga, due to his consistent performance in pre-season and friendly games.
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