Maboe withdrawn from Bafana camp due to injury
South African national football team coach Pitso Mosimane announced Lebohang Maboe's withdrawal from the Bafana Bafana camp due to an ankle injury sustained while playing for Kaizer Chiefs. Tshepang Moremi from Orlando Pirates has been called up as a replacement for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Guinea.
Why it matters
This impacts the national team's squad selection and preparation for an important AFCON qualifying match, potentially affecting team dynamics and performance.
22 September 2026 – Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane has announced that Lebohang Maboe has been withdrawn from the camp in Johannesburg after picking up an injury while playing for his club this past weekend.
The South African senior men’s national team will open their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign when they host Guinea at Johannesburg’s Orlando Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Kick off is at 15h00.
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