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Benni McCarthy, Coach of AmaZulu FC (Coach of the Month) and Veli Mothwa od AmaZulu FC (Player of the month) during the DStv Premiership 2020/21 monthly awards at Kings Park Stadium in Durban on 12 May 2021 © Gerhard Duraan/BackpagePix

Bafana Bafana latest | Mothwa is the right man to lead us in COSAFA Cup having been mentored by the legendary McCarthy

Veli Mothwa capped has been appointed as Bafana Bafana captain for the COSAFA Cup and has been mentored by the legendary Benni McCarthy

Bafana Bafana latest | Mothwa

Benni McCarthy, Coach of AmaZulu FC (Coach of the Month) and Veli Mothwa od AmaZulu FC (Player of the month) during the DStv Premiership 2020/21 monthly awards at Kings Park Stadium in Durban on 12 May 2021 © Gerhard Duraan/BackpagePix

Veli Mothwa capped has been appointed as Bafana Bafana captain for the COSAFA Cup and has been mentored by the legendary Benni McCarthy.

The Amazulu goalkeeper was nominated as one of the best three goalkeepers in the 2020/21 DStv Premiership.

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MOTHWA’S MAGNIFICENT SEASON UNDER MCCARTHY

The captaincy armband is the cherry on top of a truly incredible and life-changing season for Mothwa.

McCarthy’s first-choice goalkeeper lead from the front with his performances on the pitch. The Bafana Bafana icon had a clear influence on his AmaZulu keeper.

Albeit in completely different positions, there are striking similarities in their attitudes and mindset. McCarthy backed himself against the odds and was rewarded for his confidence.

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To this day, McCarthy is still the only South African player to have ever won the UEFA Champions League.

Winning the European club tournament with Porto back in 2004 and was coached by Jose Mourinho, a legend of the game.

Now, Mothwa is led by McCarthy and his confidence has taken him all the way to the national side. He is the man set to captain Bafana Bafana in the COSAFA Cup. Mothwa’s bravery was key to his side’s success this season.

AmaZulu has made history, finishing above both Soweto giants for the first time. Completing their highest ever finish in the PSL after finishing second.

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McCarthy may not be a part of the current national set-up but the lessons he has taught Mothwa will carry through to the national side.

Mothwa has gained wisdom and confidence from McCarthy.