Timm makes memorable first impression in Bafana debut

The Belgian mentor singled him out for a memorable performance on debut in the 2-1 come-from-behind victory against Mozambique in an international friendly at the Mbombela Stadium on Thursday night.

Broos says the 30-year-old is ready for this level. 

"This is a level higher than the PSL so you need other players. You need players who can perform well at their club and also at the national level," he said.

"Today I saw players who can do that. I saw new players and if I can mention one, it's Timm. Timm played a very good game."

The coach has recently been criticised for arguing that the standard of the Premier Soccer League was below par, but perhaps his point was that he wanted to see consistency from the players he has selected.

"You saw what he is doing at Pirates, he's doing the same thing here. So, that means that he can play at this level. Not only him but I am using him as an example," Broos explained.

"That is what we have to work on, having players that not only perform in the PSL but also internationally.

"I think I have found a great selection process, as you [can] see that there are six other players who are not there because of injuries – [Percy] Tau wasn't playing, so I think we can be positive for the future.

With a second international friendly against Angola scheduled for Sunday afternoon at 15:00, the coach concluded: "On Sunday, I want to win again and if you can achieve that I think we can say that we are ready."