Sipho Mbule Opens Up on What Hugo Broos Told Bafana Bafana Ahead of Zambia’s Clash

• Sipho Mbule has shared what Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos told the team before their resounding victory over Zambia
• The former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder was one of the star performers in the tie as he produced two assists in the game
• The Orlando Pirates star's performance against the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations champions sparked reactions from fans on social media

Orlando Pirates midfielder Sipho Mbule opened up on what Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos told Bafana Bafana ahead of their friendly against Zambia on Saturday, November 15, 2025.

South Africa delivered a commanding performance, defeating the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations champions 3-1 at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha.

Goals from Orlando Pirates' summer signing Oswin Appollis, Mohau Nkota and Sphephelo Sithole sealed the victory, but it was the ‘Master Chef’, who stole the spotlight with two assists and a well-deserved Man of the Match award.

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Mbule has been a new player since joining the Soweto giants in the summer. He has continued to produce top-notch performances for both the Sea Robbers and Bafana Bafana.

Mbule shares what Broos told them

Mbule shared that Hugo Broos stressed the importance of treating their friendly against Zambia seriously, emphasising that there was no such thing as a ‘friendly’ and that the team should prepare with full focus for the upcoming AFCON.

The former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder said the coach urged the players to give their all, and he believes everyone followed that instruction during the 3-1 victory over Zambia.

He expressed happiness at being back in the national team and highlighted the ambition to perform strongly at AFCON, recalling how the previous squad finished third.

Mbule added that with the quality of players, the coaching staff and the overall team setup, Bafana Bafana now have what it takes to go all out in the tournament.

Mbule's performance against Zambia sparked reactions from Pirates fans as they trolled Kaizer Chiefs supporters who are expecting him to flop against the Chipolopolo.

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Mpendulo Wethu Sonke said:

"Kaizer Chiefs fans.....come on. We know you are not happy with Mbule's performance today."

Boikanyo Mogase wrote:

"Kaizer Chiefs fans are unpatriotic, including Doctor Khumalo, who is one of the best players ever produced by South Africa."

Happious Lambo shared:

"Kaizer Chiefs fans are waiting for Bafana Bafana to fall down, but for now they're eating the humble pie because it's not happening 🤣🤣🤣,"

Thabo Wa Kobela added:

"You are giving them reasons to celebrate when Bafana lose a game. Stop dividing the national team into your consideration; it has nothing to do with any PSL team. This is South Africa."

Khumalo on Kaizer Chiefs star's absence

Briefly News also reported that Khumalo named the Kaizer Chiefs star who deserves a place in the Bafana Bafana squad that won against Zambia in an international friendly in South Africa.

The South African football legend believes the Amakhosi player's performance this season should earn him a place in the team.

Source: Briefly News