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Hugo Broos sends warning to Morocco

Bafana are hours away from facing Morocco in the Afcon 2023 final 16 round. Any last words from our coach, Hugo Broos?

By Siseko Gwegwe
30-01-24 10:34
in Africa
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos - Mothobi Mvala SAFA
Bafana Bafana coach, Hugo Broos. Image Credti: SAFA

Bafana Bafana are hours away from facing Morocco in the Afcon 2023 final 16 round. Any last words from our coach, Hugo Broos?

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AFCON 2023: BAFANA BAFANA QUALIFY FOR THE FINAL 16

As confirmed last week, South Africa finished second in Group E to seal a final 16 place after a defeat to Mali, a win over Namibia, and a draw against Tunisia.

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The results confirmed a date with the number one-ranked African nation, Morocco, in the final 16. The game will be played on Tuesday at 22:00.

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HUGO BROOS BELIEVES

Speaking to the media on Monday night, Broos believes Bafana can beat Morocco again after a 2-1 win in Johannesburg last June.

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“It will be difficult but we’ve seen surprises at AFCON, in the last few days, big countries are home, Egypt and Cameroon are home, it’s possible for surprises, we beat Morocco a year ago in Johannesburg, and we can do it when we play our best level,” Broos said via iDiskiTimes.

“We believe tomorrow it’s possible to beat Morocco, but we need to be at our best level, and we can beat this Morocco,” he added.

The Belgian also took a moment to assure fans that Mothobi Mvala and Khuliso Mudau would be fit for Morocco.

“Mothobi took a knock while Mudau is recovering very well. I was surprised that he was able to walk the next day, but he is still in recovery for now.

“Both players are with the medical staff, and they are being treated around the clock to ensure that they are fit for selection on Tuesday.”

MOROCCO TO MISS KEY PLAYERS?

According to a report from Ivory Coast by Unplayable, the Moroccan duo Hakim Ziyech and Sofiane Boufal will face late fitness tests.

“Hakim Ziyech & Sofiane Boufal 🇲🇦 are doubtful for tomorrow’s match against #BafanaBafana because of injuries,” the report said.

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