Benni McCarthy Fires Back at Broos as Mofokeng Silences His European Doubters

BENNI MCCARTHY FIRES BACK AT BROOS OVER MOFOKENG AS FORMER PIRATES STAR EARNS HUGE PRAISE IN EUROPE.

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA — 10 NOVEMBER 2026

South African football legend Benni McCarthy has showered Relebohile Mofokeng with praise, insisting that the young attacker has successfully proved former Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos wrong following his impressive performances in Europe.

Mofokeng has continued to attract attention since completing his move from Orlando Pirates to Belgian champions Royale Union Saint-Gilloise at the beginning of the current campaign.

The 22-year-old winger arrived in Belgium with enormous expectations after enjoying an outstanding season with the Buccaneers, where he played an important role in their historic treble-winning campaign.

His performances also earned him the PSL Player of the Season award, further strengthening his reputation as one of South Africa’s brightest football prospects.

However, questions were previously raised about whether his physical attributes would allow him to compete successfully in European football.

Broos had expressed reservations about Mofokeng’s physique, suggesting that the youngster could struggle against physically stronger opponents in Europe.

Those concerns have since been challenged by the South African international’s performances for Union SG.

Speaking during an interview with Sporty TV, McCarthy explained that Mofokeng deserves enormous credit for responding positively to the criticism rather than allowing it to affect his confidence.

“I think the biggest compliment I can give the boy is that he proved Hugo Broos wrong,” McCarthy said.

The former Bafana Bafana striker highlighted how Mofokeng has demonstrated that determination, confidence and footballing ability can overcome doubts about physical strength.

According to McCarthy, the youngster has already shown that he can compete in an unfamiliar environment and deliver important contributions for his new club.

Mofokeng has reportedly registered five goals and four assists in 15 appearances across competitions for Union SG, an encouraging return during his first campaign abroad.

McCarthy believes the youngster must now maintain his consistency, continue believing in his abilities and use the Belgian Pro League as a stepping stone towards even greater opportunities.

The former UEFA Champions League winner also believes Mofokeng has the potential to establish himself at an even higher level if he continues developing.

For South African football supporters, Mofokeng’s progress represents an encouraging development.

His European journey is proving that local talent can compete internationally, provided players receive opportunities and believe in their abilities.

Source https://x.com/KickOffMagazine/status/2120147033252118969

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