South African President Jacob Zuma visited the Bafana Bafana football team in Soweto, aiming to show support and alleviate the pressure ahead of the CAN 2013. Zuma addressed the team, emphasizing the need to ignore external critiques, especially from those unfamiliar with the challenges of professional football. The president encouraged the players to stay relaxed and focused. Zuma, known for his affinity for singing, joined in a rendition of his favorite song, “Awulethu Umshini Wami” (Bring me my machine gun), aiming to boost the team’s spirits. The players also presented Zuma with a personalized jersey.
JACOB ZUMA AT BAFANA BAFANA: “BE RELAXED, IGNORE THE CRITICISM”
