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Hugo Broos: “Seventy Percent of My Squad Is Already Decided”
Speaking ahead of their second international friendly against Panama in Cape Town, Broos revealed that the bulk of his squad selection is already decided, with only a few final spots still under consideration.

Bafana coach Hugo Broos Boasts Full Squad for Sold-Out Panama Clash
Hugo Broos says he has a full squad available as he prepares his team to face Panama for the second international friendly at the Cape Town Stadium.

Hugo Broos weighs up Themba Zwane’s World Cup prospects after Panama stalemate
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has addressed the rife speculation surrounding Mamelodi Sundowns playmaker Themba Zwane in his 2026 FIFA World Cup squad.

Hugo Broos encouraged by Bafana Bafana showing ahead of Cape Town rematch
South Africa dominated large spells of the encounter but were made to pay for a lack of cutting edge in front of goal, along with a costly defensive lapse in the first half. It was Panama who struck first

Missed chances cost Bafana Bafana in friendly draw with Panama
Hugo Broos’ side controlled large periods of the encounter and consistently found space behind Panama’s defence, yet a lack of clinical finishing proved costly. The result will be viewed as disappointing, particularly given that Panama sit 26 places higher

Bafana Bafana vs Panama: Preview, kick-off time, betting odds & more
Bafana Bafana’s road to the global stage begins in earnest this week, as they gear up for the FIFA World Cup with an intriguing international friendly against Panama. The clash against Los Canaleros is set for Friday, 27

“I will really observe every moment”– Broos lays down marker for Bafana stars
Bafana Bafana face central American country Panama in the first of two friendly matches during the international break at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Friday.

Relebohile Mofokeng Set for Central Role, Says Hugo Broos
Bafana coach Hugo Broos says Relebohile Mofokeng is most effective in a central position as he prepares his side to face Panama.

Hugo Broos dismisses retirement talk ahead of Panama test
Hugo Broos has dismissed talk of his Bafana Bafana exit ahead upcoming friendlies with Panama.

‘He’s matured; the qualities are still there’ – Broos backs Jayden Adams for Bafana return
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has recalled Jayden Adams to the national squad ahead of upcoming friendlies against Panama, signaling a remarkable turnaround for the 24-year-old midfielder nearly a year after his controversial exclusion.

We’re Not a Charity’ – Hugo Broos Explains Chaine Omission from Bafana squad
Bafana coach Hugo Broos has explained why he opted to include Sekhukhune goalkeeper Renaldo Leaner in his squad ahead of Orlando Pirates stopper Sipho Chaine.

Bafana Bafana Latest News: The wait is over as Hugo Broos announces final squad
Coach Hugo Broos has officially finalized his 23-man Bafana Bafana squad for this month’s critical double-header against Panama.

Bafana Bafana Latest: Three Key Takeaways from Hugo Broos’ Preliminary Squad as Jayden Adams Returns After a Year Out
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has officially named a preliminary squad for the double-header against Panama later this month.

Bafana Bafana lock in high-stakes friendly as World Cup countdown begins
Bafana Bafana have lined up two international friendly matches with Panama as part of their preparations for the 2026 World Cup. South Africa qualified for the tournament set to take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico starting

AFCON 2025: Bafana Bafana edge Zimbabwe to reach knockout rounds
Bafana Bafana booked their spot in the knockout stages of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Zimbabwe in their final Group B clash at Marrakesh Stadium last night.

AFCON 2025: Bafana Bafana boss Hugo Broos plays down importance of unbeaten run ahead of Egypt test
Hugo Broos says it’s important that Bafana don’t get carried away with their unbeaten run of 27 matches as they bid to win their second AFCON title.

Hugo Broos expects more from Bafana after narrow Ghana victory
Bafana coach Hugo Broos admits his side were below their best despite seeing off a second-string Ghana 1-0 in their final friendly match before AFCON.

SAFA dismisses claims of racism and sexism against Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos
The South African Football Association (SAFA) has moved to quell growing controversy surrounding Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos following misconduct claims.

Hugo Broos: Bafana Bafana in good shape for AFCON despite missing players
Speaking at the University of Pretoria’s High Performance Centre, where the national team is currently in camp ahead of their departure to Morocco, Broos said he still considers himself better off than many of his counterparts across the continent.

AFCON Latest: 10-Day Squad Rule Challenges Coaches’ Preparations
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled fresh operational and logistical regulations ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, introducing a strict 10-day deadline for squad submissions that is set to put coaches’ planning strategies to the test.
Hugo Broos (born 10 April 1952) is a Belgian professional football manager and former player. He is currently the manager of the South Africa national team.
Broos enjoyed a highly successful coaching career in Belgium. From 1991 to 1998, he led Club Brugge to two league championships (1992 and 1996) and three Belgian Cups (1991, 1995, and 1996). Broos continued his success at Anderlecht, guiding them to the Champions League and a league title in 2004.
However, his tenure at Anderlecht came to an abrupt end in 2005 following a disappointing season. Broos bounced back with a successful stint at KRC Genk, winning the Belgian Coach of the Year award in 2007. He later ventured abroad, coaching Panserraikos in Greece, Trabzonspor in Turkey, Zulte Waregem in Belgium and Al Jazira Club in the UAE.
In 2016, Broos was appointed as the manager of Camroon and led them to victory in the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations. He took the role of sporting director of K.V. Oostende after being laid-off as Cameroon’s coach in February 2018. On 5 May 2021, he was appointed manager of the South Africa national team, whom he led to a third-place finish at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.