South Africa’s head coach, Hugo Broos, has expressed confidence in his team’s readiness for the upcoming semi-final clash against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. The Bafana Bafana secured their spot in the last four by defeating Cape Verde 2-1 on penalties, with goalkeeper Rowen Williams emerging as the hero by saving four spot kicks.
Broos acknowledged the intense pressure in the match and recognized that it differed from their previous performances. Despite the challenges, he highlighted the upcoming semi-final against Nigeria, emphasizing the quality of Nigerian players like Lookman. Broos assured that the team would maintain focus and readiness, stressing the importance of rest and recovery for the players as they prepare for the match.
The semi-final encounter is scheduled to take place at the Stade de la Paix in Bouake on Wednesday.