South Africa coach Ephraim “Shakes” Mashaba has announced a 26-man squad for the crucial AFCON 2015 qualifiers double-header against Congo, the current group leaders with 6 points. With Bafana Bafana sitting on 4 points, these matches will be pivotal for qualification hopes.
🔙 Notable Returns
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Thulani Serero (Ajax Amsterdam) – creative midfielder returning to add experience and vision.
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Kermit Erasmus (Orlando Pirates) – rewarded for his strong domestic form.
Mashaba emphasized composure and consistency at the press conference:
“We need to play a good match in the first leg, but we’re not under pressure. We’re taking it one game at a time.”
🇿🇦 South Africa 26-Man Squad
🧤 Goalkeepers:
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Senzo Meyiwa
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Daren Keet
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Dumisani Msibi
🛡️ Defenders:
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Anele Ngcongca
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Ayabulela Magqwaka
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Sibusiso Khumalo
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Thulani Hlatshwayo
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Eric Mathoho
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Thabo Matlaba
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Rivaldo Coetzee
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Kwanda Mngonyama
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Tefu Mashamaite
🎯 Midfielders:
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Themba Zwane
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Sibusiso Vilakazi
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Oupa Manyisa
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Andile Jali
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Dean Furman
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Mandla Masango
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Keagan Dolly
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Thulani Serero
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Reneilwe Letsholonyane
⚽ Forwards:
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Bongani Ndulula
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Tokelo Rantie
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David Zulu
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Kermit Erasmus
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Fagrie Lakay
🏆 Group A Standings (Before Matchday 3):
| Team | Points |
|---|---|
| Congo | 6 |
| South Africa | 4 |
| Nigeria | 1 |
| Sudan | 0 |
With Nigeria and Sudan still in the mix, South Africa’s upcoming matches against Congo will likely determine the trajectory of the group.
