Former Mamelodi Sundowns defender says growing number of South Africans in foreign leagues is a boost for Pitso Mosimane – ‘It's important for a lot of players to go abroad and challenge themselves'

Former Brazilians defender Wayne Arendse believes the increasing number of South African internationals playing overseas will be a significant advantage for the new Bafana boss. As the legendary coach begins his second stint in charge of the national team, the shifting landscape of the national squad could provide the tactical edge needed to secure long-awaited silverware.

Wayne Arendse believes that the increasing number of South African players plying their trade overseas will be the decisive factor in whether Pitso Mosimane succeeds in his second spell as Bafana Bafana head coach.

The former Mamelodi Sundowns defender argues that the "know-how" gained from top-tier foreign leagues is essential for the national team to compete with the continent’s heavyweights.

Arendse, speaking on the evolving landscape of the national team, explained that the exposure to higher intensity football abroad transforms the quality of the squad.