“Vincent Tseka must be sacked for Bafana Bafana points deduction!”

Bafana Bafana team manager Vincent Tseka is under mounting pressure after his administrative blunder led to FIFA docking South Africa three World Cup qualifying points.

Tseka failed to flag Teboho Mokoena’s suspension and also neglected to book a training facility ahead of the Lesotho match, a double oversight that has sparked outrage.

With SAFA President Danny Jordaan silent and no disciplinary action taken, calls for Tseka’s resignation are growing louder from both ordinary citizens and members of Parliament, who have labelled the situation a national embarrassment.

The team manager should resign or be fired #BafanaBafana

— Mmusi Maimane MP (@MmusiMaimane) September 29, 2025

These 3 points Bafana Bafana deduction for fielding an ineligible player is an absolute disgrace from SAFA from top to bottom. We are in 2025 not in 1875.
We expect some heads to roll. And not only the person that was responsible for this but also top management. Unbelievable.

— Joseph Bertrand (@JoBertrand19) September 29, 2025

Here are the core duties of a national team manager:

1. Player Eligibility & Compliance

• Track suspensions, yellow/red card accumulations, and player availability.
• Ensure all players are registered and eligible under FIFA/CAF rules.
• Liaise with the federation’s legal and compliance departments to avoid sanctions.

2. Logistics & Planning

• Book training facilities, match venues, and accommodation.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for players and staff (flights, visas, transport).
• Ensure all equipment and kits are available and transported as needed.

3. Matchday Operations

• Submit official team sheets and player lists to match officials and governing bodies.
• Ensure players have the correct documentation (passports, IDs, etc.).
• Act as the point of contact between the technical team and match organizers.

4. Communication & Coordination

• Serve as the liaison between the head coach, players, SAFA, and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with clubs regarding player call-ups and injury updates.
• Handle media logistics and ensure players attend required press duties.

5. Administrative Reporting

• Maintain records of player appearances, bookings, and disciplinary actions.
• Submit post-match reports and feedback to the federation.
• Assist in budget planning and expense tracking for camps and tournaments.