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Another massive blow for Hugo Broos as key Bafana Bafana striker has been released for 'medical reasons'! Orlando Pirates' Evidence Makgopa replaces him

The Belgian hopes to guide Mzansi to wins in the forthcoming matches to stand a chance of dining with the big boys in the global competition.

  • Bafana are in camp ahead of World Cup qualifiers
  • They have a date with Zimbabwe and Rwanda
  • Two key players pull out
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    The domestic football has officially taken a break to pave the way for international fixtures spread across two weeks.

    South Africa's Bafana Bafana are scheduled to play Zimbabwe on Friday, October 10, before facing Rwanda four days later in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

    The team is already in camp to prepare for the two games that they must win to stand a chance of topping Group C.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Coach Hugo Broos has already been forced to make changes to his squad owing to unforeseen circumstances.

    Kaizer Chiefs' versatile attacker, Mduduzi Shabalala, was called up to cover for the injured Relebohile Mofokeng, who suffered the unfortunate incident last weekend during the Carling Knockout.

    On Tuesday, Bafana Bafana have confirmed another major update where last season's Premier Soccer League's second top scorer has been sent back to Mamelodi Sundowns.

  • WHO IS OUT?

    Iqraam Rayners out of South Africa's squad, Makgopa replaces him.

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    WHAT NEXT?

    Coach Broos is surely hoping no other player will be forced out due to injuries since the two games are crucial for Bafana Bafana.

    South Africa are currently second on the table after being sanctioned by FIFA, and need to get maximum points and hope Benin, who are at the top, slip.