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Mosimane's Presser Fury: Blasts Reporter Over Squad Selection
15 Nov
Summary
- Coach Mosimane clashed with a reporter over player selection after a draw.
- He argued missed chances, not player choice, cost South Africa victory.
- The team faces pressure to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Following a frustrating 2-2 draw against Kenya in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, South Africa's head coach, Mosimane, engaged in a verbal confrontation with a reporter during his post-match press conference. The coach vehemently rejected suggestions that his team selection decisions led to the draw.
Mosimane was particularly irked by questions regarding the omission of Mbekezeli Mbokazi from the lineup. He countered that the team's failure to convert their own scoring chances was the primary reason for not securing a win, rather than any perceived flaw in his defensive strategy or player choices.
The coach stressed that the rotation of players is the exclusive prerogative of the coaching staff and not a matter for public debate. This incident underscores the mounting pressure on the Bafana Bafana as they continue their quest to qualify for the 2027 AFCON tournament.
