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Juan Cruz Real has delivered a glowing endorsement of Hugo Broos’ South Africa side, insisting they have what it takes to make a serious impact on the world stage. Despite a frustrating evening on the pitch, the visiting coach was left in no doubt about the ceiling of this Bafana squad.

The former Cameroon national team coach has issued a stern warning to South African supporters regarding the meteoric rise of Buccaneers midfield sensation. Despite the youngster's sensational form in the Premier Soccer League, the Belgian tactician insists that the playmaker is still far from his peak and must be shielded from the immense weight of national expectation.

The Belgian mentor cut a satisfied figure following South Africa’s goalless stalemate on Friday night, insisting his rearguard delivered another assured display and underlined the growing solidity and resilience of the national team’s defensive structure. The 74-year-old tactician used the international friendly as a valuable audition platform, handing fresh faces an opportunity to stake their claim ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Belgian tactician pulled no punches after watching his team settle for a draw against Nicaragua on Friday night. He cut a frustrated figure on the touchline, openly criticising the visitors for what he described as a one-dimensional, ultra-defensive approach that offered little ambition beyond sitting deep and soaking up pressure, with no real intent to test Bafana beyond their own defensive shape.