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South Africa Player Ratings: Williams shines as France embarrass Bafana Bafana

It could have been worse for Bafana if it wasn't for Williams. The two-time PSL Goalkeeper of the Season made many saves to deny brace-hero Kylian Mbappe, Olivier Giroud and Lucas Digne throughout the game. He also came close to saving Mbappe's&nbsp;penalty on a night in which he was let down by his defence.

Ronwen Williams - 7/10

Struggled against an excellent France side. The hosts exposed Mobbie's frailties far too easily and he made one promising overlapping run, but his poor cross was easily gathered by keeper Mike Maignan.

Nyiko Mobbie - 4.5/10

Antoine Griezmann got the better of him on the night. Lakay was outsmarted by the Atletico Madrid star who cut inside from Bafana's left flank and provided two assists while the Bafana full-back didn't offer much going forward.

Lyle Lakay - 4/10

Surprisingly started ahead of Rushine De Reuck. Sibisi had his moments in bits and parts, making a few crucial clearances and tackles, but alas, it was nowhere near enough against the ruthless Europeans.

Nkosinathi Sibisi - 5/10

Assigned to man-mark Giroud due to the Bafana star's aerial&nbsp;prowess. However, Xulu was simply outclassed by the tall French striker's unpredictable movement and he also lost his ground duels which saw him foul Mbappe, who converted the resultant&nbsp;penalty.

Siyanda Xulu  - 4/10

Often been the battering ram for Bafana since coach Hugo Broos took over last year. However, Mokoena was the one left battered by a rampant Les Bleus and his only contribution was his attempt from range which flew over the crossbar before he was substituted at half-time.

Teboho Mokoena 4/10

Outplayed by Adrien Rabiot. Monare couldn't stamp his authority in midfield as he did against Guinea on Friday with Rabiot streaming past him like he wasn't there.

Thabang Monare - 4.5/10

Worked his socks off in midfield. However, N'Golo Kante had too much quality for Mvala as the Chelsea star ran the show in midfield with the Bafana midfielder outclassed.

Mothobi Mvala - 5/10

Failed to make an impact after being handed a rare start for Bafana. Lakay was easily outmuscled by Presnel Kimpembe and he lost possession&nbsp;several times before being substituted at half-time.

Fagrie Lakay - 5/10

Tried to make forward runs with the ball, but he lost possession. Hlongwane didn't do anything else of note besides those few moments and he was replaced by Keagan Dolly after the restart.

Bongokule Hlongwane - 5/10

Led the Bafana attack and he was very active. However, there was a lack of supply from midfield and wings which left Foster frustrated upright, but he won his aerial duels when Bafana were defending set-pieces.

Lyle Foster - 5.5/10

Came on at half-time as he made his Bafana debut, but the match just seemed to bypass him as the Les Bleus dominated the midfield battle and the game.

Goodman Mosele - 5/10

Also introduced at half-time and he was targeted by the hosts' attackers which saw him make an unnecessary and dangerous challenge on Digne. The Mamelodi Sundowns full-back was deservedly red-carded for his reckless tackle which led to Bafana being reduced to 10 players and they conceded their fifth goal.

Khuliso Mudau - 3/10

Came on in the 66th minute when South Africa were looking pull one back, but he had no impact whatsoever.

Keagan Dolly - 5/10

He, too, was totally anonymous after coming on with 18 minutes left on the clock.

Evidence Makhopa - 5/10

Failed to close down Matteo Guendouzi when the French midfielder took a shot at goal and scored with the new Bafana player having been introduced in the 80th minute.

Bandile Shandu - 5/10

South Africa Player Ratings: Williams shines as France embarrass Bafana Bafana | Goal.com Cameroon

GOAL rates the performances of Bafana Bafana players following the team&apos;s defeat to France on Tuesday night.

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