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Bafana Bafana midfielder Themba Zwane has spoken out about the national team’s situation ahead of their AFCON qualifier against Liberia. Photo: Mamelodi Sundowns website

Themba Zwane: Bafana Bafana focused on beating Liberia

Bafana Bafana midfielder Themba Zwane has spoken out about the national team’s situation ahead of their AFCON qualifier against Liberia.

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Bafana Bafana midfielder Themba Zwane has spoken out about the national team’s situation ahead of their AFCON qualifier against Liberia. Photo: Mamelodi Sundowns website

Bafana Bafana midfielder Themba Zwane has spoken out about the national team’s desperate situation ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Liberia on Tuesday, 28 March in Monrovia.

Kick-off is at 18:00 (SA time).

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Bafana Bafana left on Sunday morning for Monrovia after a shock home draw where they squandered a two-goal lead for a 2-2 result against 150th-ranked Liberia at the Orlando Stadium last Friday evening.

They need a win against the Lone Stars on Tuesday to qualify for the finals to be held in the Ivory Coast in early 2024.

South Africa have their backs against the wall against a highly motivated team who will be backed by a hostile crowd in the 22 000-seat Samuel Kanyon Doe Stadium.

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Zwane, 33, feels 67th-ranked Bafana Bafana’s superior player quality should still see them through in Monrovia.

‘We’re going for the win’ – Themba Zwane

“We’re positive, we’re going for the win. We know we can push ourselves, play our good football, and try to take our chances. We’re ready for the game,” said Zwane, according to the SowetanLIVE website.

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos, who angered the media initially by attempting not to attend Friday night’s post-match press conference, is likely to have his future in the job rest on Tuesday’s result.

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Bafana Bafana appeared to be cruising to victory at the Orlando Stadium as Lyle Foster’s early brace (11th and 22nd minutes) stunned the Lone Stars, but Liberia fought back through strikes from Tonia Tisdell (68th) and Muhammad Sangare (91st) to earn a 2-2 draw.

Zwane, who on Sunday picked up the People’s Choice Award at the South African Sports Awards at the Sun City Superbowl on Saturday, said, “I wish I had been there. I would be wearing a suit and nice sneakers! Thanks to everyone for voting for me. It means a lot to me, and it shows people care. I really appreciate their love. I will continue doing a good job and try to entertain them as always.”

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