In-form Orlando Pirates midfielder Masindi Nemtajela named in South Africa provisional squad for Zambia friendly

In-form Orlando Pirates midfielder Masindi Nemtajela has been named in the South Africa squad for the upcoming friendly against Zambia.

The former Marumo Gallants midfielder has been one of the brightest signings for Pirates with impressive showings in the central midfield for Abdeslam Ouaddou side.

His outstanding display did not go unnoticed, earning him a place in Hugo Broos provisional list for the friendly slated for November 2025.

The 23-year-old was a standout performer for Orlando Pirates in their spirited 3-0 home win over ST Eloi Lupopo. He scored the first goal as the side canceled out the first leg deficit.

Meanwhile, the South African giants fell to the Congolese side on penalties last Saturday, as they missed out on the group stage of the CAF Champions Leagur this season.

The nippy and hard-running player would hope to make the final squad as Bafana coach plans to start selecting his squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.

Squad

Goalkeepers: Ronwen Williams, Ricardo Goss, Darren Johnson, Renaldo Leaner, Sipho Chain

Defenders: Keegan Allan, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Siyabonga Ngezana, Fezile Gcaba, Vuyo Letlapa, Khulumani Ndamane, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Khuliso Mudau, Malibongwe Khoza, Thabang Matuludi, Thabo Moloisane, Aubrey Modiba, Samukelo Kabini, Ime Okon

Midfielders: Teboho Mokoena, Thalente Mbatha, Sphephelo Sithole, Masindi Nemtajela, Ndamulelo Maphangule, Siphesihle Mkhize, Bathusi Aubaas, Luke le Roux

Forwards: Evidence Makgopa, Tshepang Moremi, Ashley Cupido, Mohau Nkota, Keletso Makgalwa, Mihlali Mayambela, Devin Titus, Iqraam Rayners, Lyle Foster, Sipho Mbule, Mduduzi Shabalala, Oswin Appollis, Patrick Maswanganyi, Kamogelo Sebelebele, Bongokuhle Hlongwane, Puso Dithejane.