Sibisi sparks resurgence as fellow Buccaneers follow suit

COACH Hugo Broos has publicly lauded the contribution of Orlando Pirates defender Nkosinathi Sibisi as he navigates the complexities of Bafana Bafana's selection ahead of upcoming tournaments.

- HERMAN GIBBS

After Saturday's 3-1 win over Zambia at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Broos highlighted Sibisi’s remarkable consistency and reliability in defensive scenarios. These qualities have become increasingly vital as the coach seeks to fortify the squad.

His performances with the Sea Robbers have not only attracted the coach's attention but have now translated into valuable depth for the national team’s defensive lineup. The reassessment of player capabilities demonstrates Broos’s commitment to assembling a squad capable of competing at the highest level.

Broos expressed his delight at being able to rely on Sibisi, as he explained the highly rated Siyabonga Ngezana’s omission. “That's important - to notice players like Sibisi. Any moment there can be an injury or suspension, whatever, but then you must be ready, and also today that was the game to do and to give those players a chance,” said Broos.

“Like in the back, okay Sibisi, I know him for four years ... you can always count on him. There are still other players who are behind, like Ngezana, for example, but I didn’t call them up now because I wanted to see these guys.”