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Sundowns and Mosimane in talks for sensational reunion - Reports

Should the two parties reunite, it will represent one of the biggest sporting reunions in the country's history. It is the South African tactician that helped the Pretoria giants develop into one of the most successful outfits, but their separation was a controversial one. However, going by reports, it seems the two parties are ready to bury the hatchet and work together again.

VIDEO: After Bafana's AFCON exit Broos' critics are on an 'I Told You So Tour'

We ask the question whether the Belgian tactician is still the right man to lead South Africa to the World Cup? Or has his time at the helm of the national team come to a natural end after a series of questionable decisions around the make up of his squad and the First XI choices he made at the biennial tournament?

Easy game for Bafana? South Africa tipped to beat Egypt - 'Pharaohs don’t look much of a team'

The current Egyptian squad has been analysed, and their areas of weakness have been pointed out, meaning South Africa can exploit them to their advantage. The Pharaohs have already played a game and won against Zimbabwe, but their overall performance has been termed unconvincing. Up next for the record AFCON champions is a game against South Africa.

Hugo Broos, Bafana Bafana, November 2025

Broos addresses Lorch 'supporters' AGAIN - 'Pirates & Sundowns kicked him out'

The coach is in Morocco, where the Mzansi star has established chemistry with a huge section of the fans who support Wydad Casablanca. Despite the forward's impressive outing with the Moroccan heavyweights, he was snubbed for the AFCON finals. Many believe the 32-year-old is still a national asset, but Broos does not think that is the right position.

Hugo Broos, Bafana Bafana, December 2025

A disgrace to SA! Broos blasted for his AFCON squad - 'Done to accommodate his favourite players'

As the experienced tactician is preparing his players for the continental finals, his selections continue to be placed under scrutiny. There was noise when players like Thembinkosi Lorch were snubbed, but Broos has always defended his decision. Now, his squad has been described as unbalanced and a disgrace to the country just days before the finals begin in Morocco.

‘Lorch redeeming himself in five months and ready for Bafana? But Mbule just two months at Pirates & is in the national team’

South Africa coach Hugo Broos announced his squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals, and as expected, there were prominent names missing from the Belgian's selection. One of the players whose omission triggered debate is the Wydad Casablanca attacker. He did not even appear in the preliminary squad and has, over a period of time, not been considered for national duty.

Thembinkosi Lorch & Hugo Broos, October 2025, GFX

'Finished & done!' Broos asserts snubbed in-form Lorch was 'kicked out' by Downs and Pirates

In the last couple of months, 'Nyoso' has been trending after being overlooked by the South Africa technical bench despite his rich form in North Africa, where he is delivering for the Red Castle domestically and abroad. According to the 73-year-old Belgian coach, the former Buccaneers' attacker has nothing to bring in the team.

Best XI of Bafana players left out of Broos' AFCON squad

When the Belgian announced his 23-man squad headed to Morocco for this year’s Africa Cup of Nations [AFCON], there were some surprises. The 73-year-old tactician left tongues wagging with some of his choices, leaving out some big names and experienced campaigners. Broos also included a couple of youngsters, some of whom will be in the senior national team setup for the very first time.

'Chiefs rejected poor Broos, but we need Pirates' Sangoma in Bafana too - Makgopa better than Lorch?'

When Broos named his final squad for the AFCON finals, there was not much surprise because he maintained the core players who have always dominated his teams. Amakhosi stars were once again snubbed, although Mduduzi Shabalala was named among the reserve players. In recent times, Orlando Pirates have been contributing a huge chunk of players to the national side, a privilege enjoyed by Mamelodi Sundowns before.

Red‑Hot Lorch makes fourth goal contribution in four games as Wydad secure CAFCC win

The former Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns star continues to make his mark for the Moroccan club, once again proving influential as Wydad Casablanca powered to their second victory of the CAF Confederation Cup group stage on Friday, 28 November. His impact has kept the giants firmly in contention, underlining his growing importance on the continental stage.

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Let Broos be! Doc Khumalo insists 'Hugo has a big animal ahead of him'

A section of the fans and football stakeholders in Mzansi have not been too happy with the 73-year-old Belgian, who, recently, named his 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) provisional squad, insisting there are players who should have made the team but were overlooked. The former international argues the tactician knows what he wants for his team.

Hugo Broos, Thembinkosi Lorch, Themba Zwane & Shandre Campbell, South Africa 16-9

Broos’ AFCON squad blueprint: Ruthless cuts, veteran returns & youth rising

The Belgian has opened a wide, ambitious window with his preliminary AFCON squad - an orchestra of veterans, disruptors and bold prospects that must be cut to 27. The selections signal a team designed for multiple tempos: patience when games tighten, speed when they fracture and enough nerve to suffer. This is not a list; it’s the architecture of how Bafana want to win.

Themba Zwane and Hugo Broos, Bafana Bafana

'Broos giving Chiefs false hope; No Amakhosi players at AFCON! Zwane must be younger than Lorch'

South Africa are set for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations that will take centre stage on the continent from December 21 to January 18 in Morocco. Mzansi tactician named his initial 55-man provisional squad on Monday, which will be trimmed to 23 early next month, who will represent the nation. Some call-ups, however, have raised eyebrows.

Thembinkosi Lorch, Wydad AC, November 2025

Can Lorch's performance change Broos' stance?

Despite being snubbed by the national team head coach, the former Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns player continues to prove his worth for the Moroccan giants. The Mzansi star played a crucial role as Wydad Casablanca managed a 3-0 win over Kenya's Nairobi United on Sunday at Laribi Zaouli Stadium. The win propelled the Moroccan heavyweights to the top of the table, while Nairobi United, who made it to the group stage in their debut season, are at the bottom.

A plea sent to Broos over Lorch - 'Bafana need experience'

Lorch has been an outstanding player for Wydad Casablanca, and in the last five games across all competitions alone, he has scored four goals. However, Broos insists he does not see any reason to have Nyoso, as the forward is known, in his squad. Lorch's omission has put Broos under criticism, although some have sided with him.

'Broos shouldn't leave Grobler, 37, out but Madala wants to risk Sibisi who denied Bucs CAF CL group stage'

The South African players are giving their best to stand a chance of competing in Morocco as the senior men's national team features against some top sides in Africa. The Belgian has an idea on who he will consider in his squad but some can still force their way in before the final squad is named in the next couple of weeks.

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