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  "id": 10010976,
  "title": "Bafana Bafana v Guinea player ratings",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/26/bafana-bafana-v-guinea-player-ratings",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-26T15:30:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/sport/soccer/bafana-bafana-v-guinea-player-ratings/"
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  "summary": "In Bafana Bafana's 2-1 victory over Guinea in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, the team showcased a disciplined defensive display and impressive individual performances. Ronwen Williams, the Bafana captain, had a relatively quiet afternoon, while Kamogelo Sebelebele impressed in the right-back position. Ime Okon, one of Bafana's standout performers, opened the scoring in the 30th minute and kept Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy relatively quiet. Olwethu Makhanya, who formed a solid partnership with Okon, was rarely troubled defensively. Aubrey Modiba produced an assured first-half display, while Sphephelo Sithole provided good protection in front of the back four. Teboho Mokoena was influential in the midfield, controlling the middle of the park and launching attacks from deep. Thapelo Maseko was a constant threat on the wing, and Oswin Appollis was one of Bafana's most dangerous attacking players. Samukelo Kabini made a telling contribution with his second goal after coming off the bench.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}