Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has announced that none of the Mamelodi Sundowns players will be called up for South Africa’s international friendlies this June. The reason? Sundowns are fully focused on representing South Africa at the FIFA Club World Cup, a huge stage for both the club and the nation.
This decision means South Africa’s top talents from Sundowns won’t be available for the national team during these matches, which has sparked mixed reactions among fans. While many appreciate the importance of the Club World Cup, some have criticized Sundowns for heavily relying on foreign players, arguing that local talent should get more chances.
With Sundowns stars like goalkeeper Ronwen Williams and attacker Percy Tau absent, Broos will lean on a blend of youth and experience from other PSL clubs like Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates. This offers a unique opportunity for emerging players to step up, giving the national team a chance to experiment and build squad depth ahead of tougher competitions.
The move shows how Broos is respecting club priorities while preparing Bafana Bafana for the future — balancing immediate challenges with long-term growth.
