Hugo Broos names final squad ahead of the 2025 AFCON Qualifiers against Uganda and South Sudan

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has announced his final squad for the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 Qualifiers against Uganda and South Sudan, taking place on 15 November and 19 November respectively.

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The 23-man squad sees a surprise call up of Sage Stephens of Stellenbosch FC joining Sipho Chaine and Mzansi’s number one Ronwen Williams in goals.

Broos left out Mamelodi Sundowns striker Themba Zwane who is suspended due to injury on domestic front - replaced by Mihlali Mayambela of Aris Limmasol FC, joining Orlando Pirates youngster Relebohile Mofokeng and Thapelo Morena of Mamelodi Sundowns amongst the eight forwards.

Broos’ charges last played in October in their back to back Group Stage matches against Congo, with a 5-0 win at home and a 1-1 draw away in Brazzaville.

The national team now carries pressure to secure maximum points in their upcoming matches against Uganda and South Sudan to guarantee their place in the 2025 AFCON.

‹‹‹‹‹Full Squad

Goalkeepers

• Ronwen Williams
• Sage Stephens
• Sipho Chaine

 Defenders

• Sydney Mobbie
• Mothobi Mvala
• Nkosinathi Sibisi
• Aubrey Modiba
• Khuliso Mudau
• Fawaaz Basadien
• Siyabonga Ngezana

Midfielders

• Tebogo Mokoena
•  Bathusi Aubaas
• Luke Le Roux
• Thalente Mbatha

 Forwards

• Mihlali Mayambela
• Oswin Appollis
• Patrick Maswanganyi
• Evidence Makgopa
• Iqraam Rayners
• Elias Mokwana
• Thapelo Morena
• Relebohile Mofokeng