South Africa’s Under-23 side have sent a clear message to their continental rivals following a rigorous two-match friendly series against Algeria. Assistant coach Karabo Mogudi believes the team has proven its mettle by handling the intense physical demands required for the upcoming qualification journey.
South Africa's next generation of talent is officially on high alert following Pitso Mosimane's recent indications that the door to the senior national team remains open for young standouts. With the Under-23 squad currently preparing for a pair of international friendly fixtures, the ambition to make the definitive jump to Bafana Bafana has become a primary motivator for the country's rising stars.