South Africa will play Nigeria in the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations. The team is coached by 71-year-old Belgian Hugo Broos.

Broos criticizes the level of his players and the domestic Premier Soccer League (PSL) Despite the lack of stars, Broos almost managed to qualify for the World Cup in Qatar with South Africa; a 1-0 defeat against Ghana due to a penalty cost the team their participation. South Africa's best player is Percy Tau, who played for Brighton & Hove Albion in 2021.