EXTRA TIME: How South Africa reacted to Tashreeq Matthews signing for Dortmund

Waiting for a new top local player to make it in Europe, Bafana Bafana fans have expressed their relief at the country's new hope for the future

You can read how South Africa's media, the fans and football fraternity reacted to the news that Tashreeq Matthews signed for Bundesliga greats Dortmund.

The teenage midfielder signed a long-term deal with Dortmund, who are known for grooming young players.

Matthews came through the Ajax Cape Town academy and Dortmund are expecting a bright future for him. Here's how optimistic South African's were on Twitter.

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