South African winger Mihlali Mayambela has been ruled out of the upcoming qualifiers against Uganda and South Sudan due to an injury sustained while playing for his Cypriot club Aris Limassol.
Cape Town is set to host the South Sudan national team as they prepare for a decisive 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Bafana Bafana on 19 November.
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos remains positive that South Africa will make it to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) next year in Morocco despite the absence of veteran Themba Zwane and striker Lyle Foster.
Bafana Bafana midfielder Themba Zwane was withdrawn from South Africa’s stalemate with Congo during their AFCON qualifier on Tuesday after going down on the pitch unopposed.
Bafana Bafana were held to a 1-1 draw against Congo in Brazzaville but are still in prime position to qualify for the 2025 African Cup of Nations in Morocco.