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Why one VAR rule for Lionel Messi, and another for Themba Zwane? - South Africa coach Hugo Broos
South Africa will appeal the red card and three-match suspension handed out to Themba Zwane according to head coach Hugo Broos, who has questioned why Lionel Messi received different treatment.
Former South Africa stars urge Hugo Broos to change course at FIFA World Cup
Hugo Broos is popular in South Africa, but words from former Bafana players suggest faith is being tested.
Thapelo Maseko calls for more 'intensity' from Bafana Bafana against Czechia
Bafana Bafana winger Thapelo Maseko has called for his teammates to up the tempo as they look to bounce back from a 2-0 loss to Mexico in their second Group A game of the FIFA World Cup against Czechia in Atlanta on Thursday.
South Africa captain Ronwen Williams says it 'hurts' to hear former players criticising Bafana
South Africa captain Ronwen Williams has acknowledged that it has been painful to hear former South Africa internationals criticising the team in light of their opening World Cup defeat by Mexico last Thursday.
Has South Africa's goalkeeping pipeline prepared for life post-Ronwen Williams?
Ronwen Williams is Bafana Bafana's FIFA World Cup captain, but how deep does their goalkeeping talent reserve run?
Chicago Fire star Mbekezeli Mbokazi South Africa's motivator - Ronwen Williams
South Africa captain Ronwen Williams has lauded the influence of Mbekezeli Mbokazi within the South Africa camp, insisting that the defender is already establishing himself as one of the team's leaders.
Will South Africa bounce back vs. Czechia?
Will South Africa bounce back vs. Czechia?
FIFA World Cup Table
| # | TEAM | GP | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico | 1 | +2 | 3 |
| 2 | South Korea | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 3 | Czechia | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 4 | South Africa | 1 | -2 | 0 |
Team Leaders
Top Scorers
| # | Player | Goals | M | A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ronwen William.. | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 19 | Nkosinathi Sib.. | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 20 | Khuliso Mudau | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Top Assists
| # | Player | Assists | M | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ronwen William.. | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 19 | Nkosinathi Sib.. | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 20 | Khuliso Mudau | 0 | 1 | 0 |