Lucas Radebe: Former Premier League Star Speaks on Bafana Bafana’s AFCON Title Chances
- Lucas Radebe aired his opinion on South Africa's chances of winning the forthcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco
- The former Bafana Bafana captain won the competition in 1996, and is looking into the possibility of the new team winning the country's second AFCON title
- The Kaizer Chiefs legend's submission about Bafana Bafana's chances garnered different responses from fans on social media
Former English Premier League star Lucas Radebe has shared his thoughts on Bafana Bafana's chances of lifting the Africa Cup of Nations when they compete with other countries in Morocco this December.
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The Leeds United legend, who was part of the team that won the 1996 AFCON for South Africa, highlights that the squad’s steady performance and the continuity provided by coach Hugo Broos, who has been at the helm for some time, are crucial ingredients for success.
The former Kaizer Chiefs defender believes that after securing a third-place finish in the previous tournament, the team under Hugo Broos should be capable of delivering an even stronger performance at the forthcoming AFCON.
Radebe speaks about Bafana's AFCON chances
Radebe said he believes the team is a winning one due to their stable performance, consistency, and the fact that the players have been together for some time. He added that this brings hope and confidence to the fans, noting that after Bafana Bafana’s third-place finish at the previous AFCON in Ivory Coast, expectations are now higher, with the possibility of winning the tournament. He described the atmosphere around the national team as amazing, saying the glory days have returned.
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Acknowledging that Bafana Bafana are in a tough group, Radebe said the team has enough quality and depth to compete. He noted that while Egypt presents a different challenge than before, the South African players are capable of standing up to them. He emphasised the importance of squad depth for tournament games due to potential injuries and other challenges, but expressed confidence in the team Hugo Broos has built, alongside Helman Mkhalele and the technical staff.
Radebe highlighted that this is not a newly assembled team but one that has grown and developed over the years. He concluded by saying that with consistency, the team has the potential to perform well and possibly win the tournament.
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The former South African international's opinion about Bafana Bafana's chances of winning the AFCON in Morocco differed from that of social media users.
Ultimate_Buccaneer said:
"An opinion I would embrace warmly! Remember, he won it himself, his been there before, we can't say much about the other legends!"
Kabelo Matlala shared:
"May we kindly not put pressure on the team with our high expectations, let's take one game at a time,phela they are not playing alibw."
Musiiwa Oscar reacted:
"That's his prediction, everyone has theirs, and I have mine also. We will pass the group stages not by might but by God's grace."
Mothibi Sam Moloko commented:
"Radebe's age is catching up with him. Winning AFCON is impossible for this team. Keep on dreaming, Rhoo."
Tebogo Maake added:
"Anything other than Gold or Silver is a failure."
Radebe impresses fans with stylish Instagram post
Briefly News previously reported that Bafana Bafana icon Lucas Radebe is a man of many talents.
The former Kaizer Chiefs defender, once known for his robust style at the back, has now reinvented himself as a fashion figure who enjoys showcasing his style on social media.
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