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The Bafana Bafana boss has dismissed concerns regarding the gruelling travel schedule facing the Chicago Fire starlet. The young attacker has been summoned for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Guinea and Eritrea, followed by the high-profile friendly against Egypt. Despite the massive distance between the United States and South Africa, the coach believes the player’s young age will be a decisive factor in his physical readiness.

The head coach lauded his side’s resilience after they overturned a half-time deficit to defeat Zambia 4-2 in the COSAFA U20 Championship semi-finals. The victory not only secures a place in the regional final but also confirms Amajita’s participation in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Ghana.

The skipper has issued a firm rallying cry to his teammates, demanding that the South African national team continues its upward trajectory as the new coach’s era officially kicks off. Following the departure of Hugo Broos, the Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper believes the foundations laid over the past two years must serve as a springboard for even greater international success.

The 62-year-old has boldly declared that his return to the national team dugout is driven by a desire to secure silverware rather than just participating in major tournaments. The South African head coach believes the national team must move beyond the mere satisfaction of qualifying for continental showpieces and push to win the ultimate prize.