Bafana Bafana’s successful campaign in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers has been a testament to coach Hugo Broos’ belief in the team’s capabilities. After guiding South Africa to a commanding 3-0 win over South Sudan on November 19, 2024, Broos celebrated the team’s top finish in their qualification group. The Belgian tactician expressed that, from the beginning of the campaign, he was confident that Bafana Bafana would secure their spot in the prestigious continental tournament, and he was never in doubt of the team’s potential.
Broos also highlighted the growing support from South African football fans, many of whom have recently shown greater enthusiasm for the national team’s achievements. This shift in fan sentiment has been largely attributed to the string of positive results under Broos’ guidance. The national team’s success has sparked renewed optimism, and local fans have taken to social media to praise Broos for his leadership. Many supporters are now looking ahead with optimism, confident in Bafana’s ability to continue performing well not only in AFCON but also in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
The coach’s comments reflect a strong sense of accomplishment, particularly in light of the team’s recent successes. With Bafana now set for the 2025 AFCON, the real challenge will be maintaining momentum and ensuring the team stays focused as they aim to build on this qualification. South Africa’s footballing future looks promising, and Broos remains steadfast in his belief that the best is yet to come for the national team, with support from both fans and players growing stronger each day.
