South Africa’s U20 team, Amajita, have clinched the 2024 COSAFA U20 Cup title after a convincing 2-0 victory over Zambia in the final.
The team clinched the title with a convincing 2-0 victory over Zambia in the final, showcasing exceptional form throughout the competition. Amajita maintained a perfect record as they scored 16 goals (out of the tournament’s 55).
More impressive, South African goalkeeper Fletcher Smythe-Lowe maintained a clean sheet throughout the tournament as he was awarded the Golden Glove.
Player of the tournament Shandre Campbell opened the scoring in the final, while top scorer Jody Ah-Shene added his fourth goal of the tournament to seal the victory.
The triumph not only brings the COSAFA U20 Cup title to South Africa but also provides them with a crucial opportunity to compete for one of Africa’s four spots at the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile next year.
The trio of Campbell, Siyabonga Mabena, and Ah-Shene, who play for Club NXT, Mamelodi Sundowns, and Cape Town City respectively, have been instrumental in Amajita’s success. Their combined experience and goal-scoring abilities have proven invaluable.
Coach Raymond Mdaka and his technical team deserve immense credit for guiding Amajita to this impressive achievement, marking their first qualification for the AFCON U20 tournament in five years.