Navbahor Namangan Overview

A Buccaneers legend has launched a scathing attack on the Belgian tactician following the announcement of the preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The retired attacker believes the veteran coach has made several grave errors in his player assessments ahead of the global showpiece.

The 32-man extended South African FIFA World Cup squad was released by SAFA and it is fair to say there were mixed reactions to the list. Both inclusions and omissions caused a stir amongst fans who took to social media to express their hopes, dreams and criticisms of the assembled players who will carry the nations expectations into the global tournament.

The expanded squad will be whittled down to just 26 players when the South Africa coach announces his final list on May 27. Until then, the following players will attend a preparatory camp in Johannesburg, minus the Mamelodi Sundowns picks as they are playing in the CAF Champions League final second leg on Sunday.

The former Buccaneers winger has thrown his weight behind two of the club's current stars to sweep the individual honours at the end of the campaign. The Siwelele FC attacker believes the level of consistency shown by the duo has placed them head and shoulders above the rest of the Premier Soccer League.