Bafana Bafana jump to 48th in Fifa rankings after perfect start under Pitso Mosimane
Three consecutive victories under Pitso Mosimane propelled Bafana Bafana to 48th in the FIFA rankings, easing English Premier League work-permit obstacles for South African players.
South Africa's national football team, Bafana Bafana, have significantly improved their standing in the world rankings, rising from 54th to 48th place following a perfect start under new coach Pitso Mosimane. This surge comes after winning all three of their recent matches, including a 5-0 victory over Eritrea in an Afcon qualifier.
The team also secured a 1-0 win in an international friendly against Egypt. Coach Mosimane acknowledged the team's growth but emphasized that there is still room for improvement, as they have not yet qualified for the upcoming Afcon finals in the Pamoja region. Despite this, the team's hard work has clearly paid off, as they climbed six spots overall, remaining at 10th on the African continent.
This improved ranking could benefit the team and its players in various ways. If South African players meet the English FA's Governing Body Endorsement (GBE) work permit criteria, they could earn a direct spot in the English Premier League (EPL). This is significant as many South African players previously had to spend time on loan in lower-ranked European leagues before playing in the EPL, a process exemplified by Percy Tau.
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