Snl24 | ‘I didn’t see why Evidence starts games, until I noticed something…’

Bafana Bafana are into the Africa Cup of Nations round of 16.

Bafana Bafana’s qualification for the round of 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations has been met with a widespread reactions. Here’s a look at what KickOff readers have to say!

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Bafana clinched their second consecutive qualification for the AFCON knockout stage following a 0-0 draw against Tunisia on Wednesday. 

Hugo Broos’ men will face Morocco in the next round and KO readers have now had their say on the side monumental qualification. Reacting to the result on Facebook, KO readers expressed their thoughts.

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“Makgoba is a very good strike and it’s not open for discussion,” says Rulani Joe.

“I didn’t see why Evidence starts games, until I noticed something in yesterday’s game, especially when Lepasa entered. I was analyzing Evidence’s movements compared to Lepasa, the way he puts defenders under pressure without some of us realizing – he did it silently, that explains why in the last 10 minutes we were under pressure because Lepasa was just a statue there and not putting pressure on the Tunisian defence,” says Ed Mavuso.

“Makgopandowski is evidence that we lack coaches who can directly improve an individual player,” says Ntando Majola.

“That fanbase said the boys are coming back home this week….now the tune has changed. Anyway congratulations boys, keep feeding them those chest pains,” says Tha Biso.

“Sundowns progressed to the last 16, haters,” says Mc U Be.

“I hope Morocco is ready to face South Africa again, we beat them in the AFCON Qualifiers in June 2023,” says Sinethemba Makaphela Cumpele.

“A game they should have won,” says Sfiso Mshengu.

“Well done Bafana Bafana and the Brave Warriors of Namibia on your well  deserved qualification for the round of 16.Your remarkable success was through your tireless efforts put together,  self belief, courage and determination. Rallied South Africa in solidarity with my  good friends legendary Bafana Bafana super fans Saddam,  Machaka and Botha congratulations team you are the best . Best wishes in the knockout stages,” says Chris Romario Musekiwa.

“Well done Broos, you deserve it. Everyone was criticizing you,” says Lokza Mog’s.

“Be that as it may on criticism, Makgopa and Sithole gave it their all against Tunisia. No player wears the national team colors to let the team down, big up Evidence, your work rate helped the team,” says Given Mgcina. 

“That Sphephelo Sithole…he is so damn good,” says Vuyani Tom.

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Meanwhile, KO readers also reacted to Nambia’s first-ever qualification beyond the group stage. The southern African minnows finished third in their group after their 0-0 draw against group winners Mali on Wednesday. They secured a spot in the next round as one of the four best third-place teams. 

Namibia are set to face COSAFA neighbours Angola on 

“What this AFCON has proved is that having players that ply their trade in Europe means nothing and does not guarantee results . Ghana, Algeria, and Ivory Coast are out with the galaxy of their superstars who plays in some of the biggest leagues in the world,” says  Stephen Ntsoane.

“Well done for raising COSAFA flag,” says Hendrick Shogole.

“Albeit in a very difficult group comprising a North African team and West African team. On top of that a regional powerhouse that always dominates them. Congratulations well deserved,” says Patrick Sokauta.

“Well done Namibia,” says Thando Amahle.

“They will go on to win it,” says Bongile Matwa.

“I am happy for Shasha,” says Siboniseni Sithole.

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