Jooste slams Bafana critics ahead of clash

THE noise outside South Africa's camp has been relentless since the final whistle in Mexico City last Thursday.

- SMISO MSOMI

Under the floodlights of the Estadio Azteca, Bafana Bafana were outplayed and outpaced in a World Cup opener that immediately triggered a wave of post-match dissection back home. From Hugo Broos’ tactical reshuffle to the decision to build from the back under pressure, every detail has been placed under the microscope.

Now, with a decisive Group A clash against the Czech Republic looming, the stakes are simple: respond, or risk slipping to the edge of elimination before the tournament truly begins.

As debate intensifies across social media and pundit panels, former Betway Premiership defender and international squad member Wayde Jooste has stepped forward with a firm message - slow down, and zoom out.