That's what it takes to qualify for the World Cup

What a great time to be alive.

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On Bafana Bafana's World Cup qualification

What a great time to witness the greatness of this current generation of Bafana Bafana players. They've made the country proud by qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They've reminded us who we are. They've reminded the world that South African football still has that spark, that rhythm, that fighting spirit. You look at what they have done, it’s special. They've carried the flag with pride, they've played for the badge, and they’ve written their names in the history books. Yes, it wasn’t easy. We almost had a setback when we had three points deducted and goals were taken away for fielding Teboho Mokoena against Lesotho. That could have killed the belief, but instead, it fuelled it. They kept believing. The coach, Hugo Broos, kept believing. The entire nation kept hoping and look at us now. We're going to North America. We're going back to the biggest stage in world football. When I look at this Bafana team, I see unity, belief and hard work. But most importantly, I see a group of men who never gave up. That's what it takes to qualify for the World Cup. It’s not luck, it’s preparation, discipline, and the ability to fight through difficult moments.

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