Bafana Bafana defeated Zambia 3-1 in a lively friendly at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, securing their first win over Chipolopolo since 2018 and boosting confidence ahead of next month’s AFCON in Morocco.
Oswin Appollis opened the scoring just before half-time after a precise pass from Sipho Mbule.
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Second-half substitutes Mohau Nkota and Sphephelo Sithole added two more goals, with Nkota scoring one and assisting another.
And so it ends in Gqeberha. Our journey towards the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco continues…….#BafanaPride pic.twitter.com/743iZVq9um
— Bafana Bafana (@BafanaBafana) November 15, 2025
Zambia’s Sabobo Banda netted a late consolation goal.
South Africa dominated much of the match, controlling possession and limiting Zambia’s chances, while Ronwen Williams had little to do thanks to strong defensive work, particularly against Fashion Sakala.
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Coach Hugo Broos used the final friendly to test squad depth, and the changes paid off with an impressive team performance.
I’m still on that pass by Masterchef 😭😭😭🔥🔥🔥
Sipho Mbule X Oswin Appollis 🤝
Bafana Bafana 1-0 Zambia
Lovely 😍 #BafanaBafana #InternationalFriendly #BafanaPride pic.twitter.com/b6IiyiTdGg
— Shakes Rampedi (@ShakesRampedi) November 15, 2025
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
