Pitso Mosimane Hints at Interest in Bafana Bafana Job, Lays Out Ultimate Coaching Mission
- Pitso Mosimane has laid out his future coaching plans as he reportedly considers coaching the national team
- The former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach once coached the South African national team between 2010 and 2012
- Jingles' submission sparked different reactions from South African football fans on social media
Former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Pitso Mosimane has suggested he may consider showing interest in the South African national team coaching job when it becomes available next year.
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The Bafana Bafana coaching position is expected to open up after the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, when current coach Hugo Broos plans to step down and retire from managerial duties.
Several names have already been floated as potential successors, with the likes of Benni McCarthy and Quinton Fortune also being mentioned. Among the frontrunners is Broos’ current assistant, Helman Mkhalele, but Mosimane appears keen to show interest in the national team role.
Mosimane lays out his ultimate coaching mission
Mosimane has expressed a strong desire to manage a national team and lead them to the Africa Cup of Nations and the World Cup, though he did not specify which country he would prefer. He highlighted his achievements at club level, including three CAF Champions League titles and multiple domestic trophies, but noted that leaving a mark at AFCON and the World Cup remains an unfulfilled ambition.
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Mosimane, who was Bafana Bafana coach between 2010 and 2012, believes qualifying for these tournaments is now more accessible due to the expanded number of participating teams. He explained that while there were only 16 African teams when he coached Bafana, the Africa Cup of Nations now has 24 teams, and the World Cup has increased African slots from five to nine, possibly ten with playoffs.
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He argued that South Africa should now be a regular participant in these competitions, adding that the improved structure empowers African football, offers more scouting opportunities for players overseas, and generates greater revenue for teams, even though European numbers remain higher
Here is what fans are saying about Mosimane's laid-down coaching mission.
Skhumbuzo Doc Ndlovu said:
"He was given the opportunity and was loyal to certain players like Mphela, something Hugo Broos doesn't do... You perform or you're replaced, it doesn't matter who you are or where you play."
Sizwe Nation Khumalo wrote:
"One thing about our own South African coaches and actually previous coaches. They select players based on the media hype, not based on the coach's vision and style of play. Hugo is bold enough that he selected players who fit his vision, and no matter who he brought results were there. Look at the Junior World Cup, both coaches failed because they could see they were doing favours for players. How does Baartman play before Mabena that puzzled me till today."
Mziwoxolo Maposela shared:
"Great points, Pitso, the most successful SA coach ever, having coached and won at the highest of levels."
Skhumbuzo Mgobhozi reacted:
"He should be our next National Coach after Broos' retirement...i trust him not to give space to those overhyped and overrated villagers!"
Khauhelo Leseli Mokhantso commented:
"What Pitso needs to do is directly speak with Hugo, which is something he should’ve done a long time ago after leaving that team in Saudi Arabia."
Japhta Matsimela added:
"He will ruin what Broos and Helmen had. He will divide players this one; he should stick to his Academy."
How SA pulled ahead of Nigeria
Briefly News also reported that a football expert has explained how South Africa have pulled ahead of Nigeria in terms of football development.
Mzansi are making good progress in football in all aspects, and the same cannot be said about their rival, Nigeria.
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