Bafana Bafana Coach Hugo Broos Opens the Door for a Talented Striker
- Cassius Mailula could earn a Bafana Bafana call-up after moving to Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca, said coach Hugo Broos
- The 23-year-old struggled for gametime at Toronto FC and will now be playing for former coach Rhulani Mokwena at Wydad
- Local football fans wished the striker well on social media as he hopes to earn a place in the next Bafana squad
Former Mamelodi Sundowns striker Cassius Mailula could earn a place in Hugo Broos’ Bafana Bafana side after moving to Wydad Casablanca.
The Bafana coach has backed the 23-year-old to secure a place in the side after the Belgian believes the switch to Morocco will benefit his career.
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After leaving South Africa in 2023 for Canadian side Toronto FC, the striker struggled for game time, and he will now play for former coach Rhulani Mokwena at Wydad.
Hugo Broos is a fan of Cassius Mailula
Broos speaks about Mailula in the tweet below:
According to iDiski Times, Broos said Mailula made a good move by agreeing to a temporary switch to Wydad, and he admitted that he is a fan of the attacker.
Broos said:
“So I’m very happy he’s going to a coach who knows him very well. That’s already an advantage, and I think he will have more time to play. Let’s hope we see the old Cassius in a few months.”
Fans wish Mailula well
Local football fans wished Mailula well on social media, believing the former Sundowns player would shine under Mokwena.
Ntshuxeko KuntaKinte Maluks is sceptical:
“A tap in merchant, Broos will still pick him over Mabasa.”
Said KS wished the player well:
“Good luck.”
Ali Ezzahir welcomed Mailula to Wydad:
“Welcome, Casus Mailula. We wish you all the best and success in your career with the team.”
Japie Sikhonde hopes for the best:
“Good luck, Rhulani Mokwena will give you enough change to make your magic.”
Zweli Msane criticised Broos:
“Broos become a SA soccer analysis instead of coaching.”
Hugo Broos wants competition in the PSL
As Briefly News reported, Bafana Bafana boss Hugo Broos said Nasreddine Nabi has a tough job ahead of him at Kaizer Chiefs and has called for the club to push for the PSL title.
The Belgian said that South African football needs to have a competitive PSL with many teams for the title instead of the current dominance of Mamelodi Sundowns.
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