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- Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos announced his 25-man AFCON squad, creating a stir by omitting Mamelodi Sundowns captain Themba Zwane.
- The squad, dominated by domestic giants, sees the return of Burnley striker Lyle Foster and includes two new call-ups, Shandre Campbell and Tylon Smith.
- Bafana Bafana are set to compete in Group B against Angola, Zimbabwe, and Egypt, with their opening match scheduled for 22 December.
The highly anticipated moment arrived today as Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos announced his final 25-man squad for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, featuring several notable surprises.
The biggest omission is Mamelodi Sundowns captain Themba Zwane.
Despite recovering from injury and making a weekend appearance, the veteran midfielder was excluded from the final selection, a shock decision following his inclusion in the preliminary 54-man list.
As expected, the squad is heavily reliant on players from domestic giants Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates, who Broos hopes will lead the team to success.
In a major boost, Burnley striker Lyle Foster returns to the national setup after missing the last AFCON due to mental health concerns.
The coach also handed first-time call-ups to two young prospects: Shandre Campbell and Tylon Smith.
Broos named a 25-man travelling party, taking advantage of the allowance for two additional players beyond the standard 23 to provide injury cover.
Bafana Bafana are placed in Group B alongside Angola, Zimbabwe, and Egypt, and will kick off their tournament against Angola on 22 December.
SAFA confirmed that Mduduzi Shabalala, Iqraam Rayners, and Thabo Moloisane will remain on standby.
Bafana Bafana AFCON final squad
- Goalkeepers: Ronwen Williams, Sipho Chaine, Ricardo Goss
- Defenders: Khuliso Mudau, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Aubrey Modiba, Samukelo Kabini, Thabang Matuludi, Siyabonga Ngezana, Khulumane Ndamane, Tylon Smith
- Midfielders: Teboho Mokoena, Thalente Mbatha, Sphephelo Sithole, Bathusi Aubaas
- Forwards: Evidence Makgopa, Lyle Foster, Relebohile Mofokeng, Mohau Nkota, Sipho Mbule, Tshepang Moremi, Oswin Appollis, Elias Mokwana, Shandre Campbell
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