Benni McCarthy Says Mofokeng Has Proved Hugo Broos Wrong After Stunning European Start

BENNI MCCARTHY FIRES SHOTS AT HUGO BROOS AS RELEBOHILE MOFOKENG PROVES HIS DOUBTERS WRONG IN EUROPE

the former bafana bafana striker believes the young south african star has answered his biggest critics with his impressive performances in belgium.

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA — 10 NOVEMBER 2026

South African football legend Benni McCarthy has delivered a strong assessment of Relebohile Mofokeng’s impressive start to life in European football, declaring that the talented youngster has proved former Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos wrong.

Mofokeng has enjoyed an encouraging beginning to his European adventure after joining Belgian champions Royale Union Saint-Gilloise from Orlando Pirates at the beginning of the 2026/27 campaign.

The 22-year-old attacking midfielder arrived in Belgium carrying enormous expectations following an outstanding season with the Buccaneers, where he played an important role in their domestic treble-winning campaign.

However, questions were previously raised about whether his physical attributes would be sufficient to compete consistently in European football.

Broos had expressed concerns about Mofokeng’s physique, suggesting that the youngster needed to become physically stronger before he could successfully adapt to the demands of European competition.

Those comments attracted considerable attention among South African football supporters, particularly because Mofokeng had already established himself as one of the country’s most exciting attacking talents.

Speaking to SportyTV, McCarthy praised the youngster for responding to criticism through his performances rather than allowing negative opinions 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 explained that Broos had questioned whether Mofokeng was physically prepared for the European game because of his relatively small frame.

However, McCarthy believes the youngster has demonstrated that talent, determination and self-belief can overcome doubts about physical attributes.

He further highlighted Mofokeng’s ability to overcome uncomfortable situations, describing him as a survivor who continues to rise above challenges.

According to the latest available statistics, Mofokeng has registered five goals and four assists in 15 appearances across competitions for Union SG, an impressive contribution during his first campaign abroad.

His performances have also strengthened his reputation internationally, with the South African attracting attention for his technical ability, creativity and attacking intelligence.

McCarthy believes the former Pirates star must maintain his current standards and use Union SG as an important stepping stone towards potentially competing in even bigger European leagues.

The youngster’s progress will undoubtedly excite South African supporters, particularly with Bafana Bafana also benefiting from having another attacking player gaining valuable experience abroad.

For now, Mofokeng appears determined to let his performances do the talking.

And if his current progress continues, his European journey could become one of South Africa’s biggest football success stories.

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