BENNI MCCARTHY WARNING: Pitso Mosimane Breaks Silence on Bafana Bafana’s Toughest Challenge Yet

Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane has provided an encouraging update on the national team’s preparations for their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying double-header against Kenya, confirming that most of the selected players have already reported for duty.

Mosimane revealed that all locally based players arrived at camp earlier, while several overseas-based stars have gradually joined the squad following their international travels. The coach expressed satisfaction with the progress, although some players were still expected to arrive because of different time zones and travel arrangements.

“Everyone that’s supposed to be in camp is here, local players are all there, they came yesterday, some international players today, in the morning and some others are in different time zones,” Mosimane explained.

South Africa will host Kenya at Orlando Amstel Arena in Soweto on Friday, 13 November, before travelling to Nairobi for the return encounter on Tuesday, 17 November 2026.

The two matches offer Bafana an opportunity to strengthen their position in Group D after an impressive beginning to their qualifying campaign. Mosimane’s team defeated Guinea 2-1 before recording a convincing 5-0 victory over Eritrea. They also secured a 1-0 friendly win against Egypt.

However, Kenya will provide a different challenge under former Bafana striker Benni McCarthy. Although the Harambee Stars have automatically qualified for the 2027 AFCON as co-hosts, they will be determined to make a strong impression against South Africa.

Mosimane has selected a 27-man squad featuring experienced players such as captain Ronwen Williams, Teboho Mokoena, Lyle Foster and Aubrey Modiba. Siyanda Ndlovu’s inclusion is also an interesting development following his impressive performances at club level.

There are fitness concerns surrounding Williams and Mokoena, with the technical team expected to monitor their conditions.

With most players now in camp, Mosimane will turn his attention to tactical preparations and team combinations. Bafana supporters will be hoping the team maintains its winning momentum and delivers positive results in both encounters.

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