‘Old Broos talks without thinking but he was misinterpreted! What he said was a joke’

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has been criticised for his recent sentiments regarding Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s late reporting for Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) preparations in Pretoria, as well as his move to the Major League Soccer outfit Chicago Fire.

The 73-year-old was accused of racisim by a section of South Africans, but the South African Football Association, (SAFA), clarified on the matter. The former Cameroon coach apologised for the misunderstanding but insisted the former Orlando Pirates defender needs guidance.

Have a look at the reactions from fans in Mzansi as sampled Afrik-Foot.

Everyone saw what he said was a joke, but…

We, as Kaizer Chiefs, are watching from a distance, laughing and enjoying the ride. And please, remove Mduduzi Tshabalala from your standby list, please –  Luvo Ndudula 

Coach knows exactly why he is accused. Not because of his history. He must just address the accusation head-on. He must only explain what he said –  Shalom Hasaan

Everyone saw what he said was a joke, but because we have clowns who always want to be relevant in less important things, they seized the opportunity – Ma Yoghurt 

The key takeaway is that all matters should have been addressed through the probate process. There was absolutely no necessity for public declarations, as the public tends to misinterpret the statements made and distort them to align with their own perspectives –  Amantombazane Ase Mzansi

South Africans need to understand that Hugo Broos doesn’t know how to speak English properly, so his words may be interpreted differently – Nkululeko Mbokazi 

Chiefs and Sundowns fans understand what you meant

Hugo Broos is an old man who will talk without thinking, but the most fundamental aspect is on the field – Sanele Xulu

It might happen that the apology is coming deep in his heart, but next time he must learn to count his words because he’s not talking with the individual but the South Africa as a whole – Nofar Ntuli

This is what has gotten him to be such a successful coach. It’s his level of honesty when answering a question. I love this guy. The media ask him questions, and then you go at him for answering honestly. This is how he develops trust with the players as a coach – Sinalo Jerome Kwatsha Ngoqo 

Read what he said carefully, the majority of black people are always late comers at workplaces, which is true, and most white people are always on time at workplaces. People should stop attacking this coach for telling the truth. I do support his statement and his right Mbokazi should grow up and show up on time. There’s nothing special about him; it’s part of work after all – Divhi Maselesele 

Don’t worry, Mr coach; we Chiefs and Sundowns fans understand what you meant. Only those mama’s babies who think their players should receive special attention will talk – Hilton Moholola