Bafana Bafana latest squad: Hugo Broos makes surprise inclusions

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has announced a 23-man squad that will face both Sierra Leone and Botswana at FNB Stadium next week.

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Broos’ charges will take on Sierra Leone on 24 September before welcoming Botswana three days later in back-to-back international friendlies.

And there are quite a few of surprise inclusions in this latest Bafana Bafana squad due to a number of reasons.

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Zakhele Lepasa has made the cut following his brace against TS Galaxy last week while the man he scored against, Melusi Buthelezi, has also been included.

Stellenbosch FC midfielder Sibongiseni Mthethwa is also part of the latest Bafana Bafana squad alongside Mihlali Mayambela who plays for Aris Limassol FC.

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Furthermore, Kaizer Chiefs attacker Kgaogelo Sekgota also cracked the nod after some impressive displays for Arthur Zwane’s team this season.

The two friendly matches will also see the return of Mamelodi Sundowns maestro Themba Zwane who was previously overlooked due to his age.

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BAFANA BAFANA LATEST SQUAD IN FULL

Goalkeepers: Ronwen Williams, Veli Mothwa, Melusi Buthelezi

Defenders: Nyiko Mobbie, Khuliso Mudau, Terrence Mashego, Innocent Maela, Rushine De Reuck, Nkosinathi Sibisi, Thibang Phete, Aubrey Modiba

Midfielders: Goodman Mosele, Sibongiseni Mthethwa, Teboho Mokoena, Siphelelo Sithole, Luke Le Roux,

Forwards: Khanyisa Mayo, Lyle Foster, Pule Mmodi, Mihlali Mayambela, Themba Zwane, Zakhele Lepasa

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