BREAKING: Kaizer Chiefs Star Called Up to Bafana Bafana

Following an injury to defender Nyiko Mobbie, Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has called up Kaizer Chiefs defender Thabiso Monyane to the national team squad.

Mobbie, who was an early substitution in Bafana Bafana's recent 3-0 victory over Lesotho, has been ruled out of the upcoming match against Nigeria.

Broos confirmed the injury after the game, paving the way for the in-form Monyane to join the squad in Bloemfontein. This is an excellent opportunity for Monyane to prove himself at the national level and showcase his talent. l

His addition provides cover and a new dynamic to the Bafana Bafana defense as they prepare for a crucial clash. The team will be hoping his current form with Amakhosi translates to success on the international stage.

SAFA CONFIRMS NYIKO MOBBIE’S REPLACEMENT

“Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has called up Thabiso Monyane to replace the injured Nyiko Mobbie, who was forced to exit the pitch barely five minutes into the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho at the Free State Stadium on Friday night,” SAFA announced via a statement.

“Monyane will join the camp in Bloemfontein this weekend as the South African senior men’s national team now turns its attention to the second World Cup qualifier against Nigeria at the same venue on Tuesday night.

“Bafana Bafana team doctor Tshepo Molobi confirmed that Mobbie was rushed to hospital on Friday night and had to undergo an operation this morning.

“The injury happened as a result of a clash of heads in the first half and he sustained a fracture of the eye socket in three places,” Dr Molobi said. He said a further update will be communicated after Mobbie’s operation.

“He also said Thabo Moloisane, who exited the match in the 52nd minute due to injury, is doing well and should be back at training on Saturday afternoon.

“Bafana Bafana beat Lesotho 3-0 at the Free State Stadium to maintain their lead at the top of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying group on Friday night. Broos’ charges maintain their five-point lead in Group C after Benin beat Zimbabwe 1-0 on the same day to move to second place with 11 points.”