Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has confirmed that Mihlali Mayambela will miss the final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Uganda and South Sudan due to injury. Mayambela, who had earned a call-up after impressing Broos, suffered an injury over the weekend, forcing his withdrawal from the squad. Stellenbosch FC winger Devin Titus has been named as his replacement ahead of the crucial matches.
Mihlali Mayambela withdraws from Bafana squad
Broos made the announcement on Monday, revealing that Mayambela would not join the squad for their final AFCON qualifiers. “Unfortunately, Mayambela will not join us in camp. And he will be replaced by Devin Titus from Stellenbosch FC,” Broos told SAFA.net.
Mayambela had been a standout performer, earning his spot after recent impressive displays. But his injury has left the squad with no choice but to bring in fresh talent.
Devin Titus comes in
Titus, who scored seven goals last season for Stellenbosch FC and has already netted one goal this season. Will now get the opportunity to shine for Bafana Bafana. His call-up comes at a critical time as the team prepares to face Group K leaders Uganda in Kampala on Friday. The 23-man squad, which reported to camp on Monday. Will now look to Titus to contribute to the team’s qualification efforts.
Bafana’s road to AFCON: Uganda and South Sudan await
Bafana Bafana will begin their final push for a spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations against Uganda on Friday at the Mandela National Stadium in Kampala. The match will kick off at 15:00 local time. Next week, Bafana will return to South Africa to host South Sudan at DHL Stadium in Cape Town on Tuesday, 19 November. It marks the first time in nearly a decade that Bafana Bafana will play a match in Cape Town. Which adds extra excitement to the encounter.
Despite Mayambela’s injury setback, Bafana Bafana will rely on their full squad. Which includes the newly added Devin Titus, to secure the necessary points from these vital qualifiers. Coach Broos will be hoping that his team can continue their strong performances and qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
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