Hugo Broos, the Bafana Bafana coach, has announced a 38-man preliminary squad for the upcoming friendlies against Panama, with Philadelphia Union’s Olwethu Makhanya being a notable inclusion. The 21-year-old defender will be looking to make his mark in the two matches, scheduled to take place in Durban and Cape Town. Makhanya’s selection is a testament to his growing reputation as one of the most promising young defenders in the country.
According to the South African national football team schedule, the friendlies against Panama will provide an opportunity for Broos to assess his team’s strength and weaknesses before the upcoming AFCON qualifiers. The squad includes a mix of experienced players and newcomers, with Makhanya being one of the youngest players to be included.
Bafana Bafana Preliminary Squad
The squad includes a total of 38 players, with Makhanya being one of the few newcomers. The team will be looking to build on their recent performances, which have shown promise but also highlighted areas that need improvement. With the friendlies against Panama just around the corner, Broos will be looking to fine-tune his team’s strategy and make any necessary adjustments.
Upcoming Friendlies
The friendlies against Panama will take place on March 25 and 28, with the first match scheduled to take place in Durban and the second in Cape Town. The matches will provide an opportunity for Broos to test his team’s strength and endurance, as well as to assess the performance of new players like Makhanya. Here are some key facts about the upcoming friendlies:
- The first match will take place in Durban on March 25
- The second match will take place in Cape Town on March 28
- The friendlies will provide an opportunity for Broos to assess his team’s strength and weaknesses
- Makhanya will be looking to make his mark in the two matches
As the team prepares to take on Panama, Broos will be looking to make any necessary adjustments to his squad. With the AFCON qualifiers just around the corner, the friendlies will provide an opportunity for the team to fine-tune their strategy and build on their recent performances. Makhanya’s inclusion in the squad is a positive sign for the team, and fans will be eager to see how he performs in the upcoming matches.
