Bafana Expresses Serious Injury Concerns on Mvala: South African national football team Bafana Bafana will miss defender Siyanda Mvala at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) due to injuries. The 27-year-old injured his knee during recent training and will need surgery, which will keep him out of action.
Mvala, who plays for Mamelodi Sundowns in the South African Premier League (PSL), has been a key player for Bafana Bafana in recent years, making 15 appearances and scoring one goal. He was to be part of the team’s plans for the AFCON, which will be held in Cameroon from January 9 to February 6, 2022.
His absence is a blow to Bafana Bafana’s hopes of success in the tournament. Mvala is a defender with great ability to play at center and left back, his experience and leadership will be missed by the team.
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos will now have to find a replacement for Mvala in his squad. Several options are available, including Thulani Hlatshwayo, Buhle Mkhwanazi and Rushine De Reuck. However, none of these players have the experience or versatility of Mvala, and his absence will undoubtedly weaken the team.
Despite the defeat, Bafana Bafana still hope to do well in CAN. They have a talented squad and will be determined to prove themselves on the continental stage.
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