Mosimane is right: at Bafana Bafana, Sundowns and Pirates habits must yield to national success
Pitso Mosimane has dismissed claims of club bias, insisting Bafana Bafana players must adapt to his tactical system rather than sticking to club habits.
Pitso Mosimane is implementing his unique style at Bafana Bafana, even if it doesn't suit all players. His approach during a recent AFCON qualifier win over Guinea showcased this, with Aubrey Modiba and Oswin Appollis starting on the left flank. Mosimane lauded Modiba's work at left-back, emphasizing the importance of playing the same way he does at Mamelodi Sundowns.
"Modiba must play exactly the same way he plays at Sundowns," Mosimane said firmly. "He must come into the No. 10 role." However, Mosimane believes Appollis and right-back Kamogelo Sebelebele could enhance their defensive and offensive contributions, as their current roles at Pirates differ from what's needed by the national team.
"Appollis knows that when Modiba comes inside, he has to stay on the wing," Mosimane clarified. "Appollis doesn't play that way at Pirates – he plays inside. But this is the national team, right? He has to adjust." Mosimane's comments on post-match social media sparked debate, with some accusing him of favoring Sundowns' style over Pirates' system.
Despite his preference for Sundowns' approach, Mosimane's tactics have proven successful for Bafana Bafana.
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