South Africa head coach Hugo Broos says his side have what it takes to bounce from the opening day defeat to Mexico at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Bafana Bafana fell 3-0 to the co-hosts last Thursday.
The former African champions struggled to create chances in the contest , and finished the game with nine-men.
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Broos said his players put up a good fight in the game.
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“It was not the start we wanted, but I don’t think the scoreline reflects the effort the players put in,” Broos was quoted by CAFonline.
“We were well organised for long periods and, despite the setbacks, I saw enough to believe we can still achieve something in this tournament. We must learn from our mistakes, improve in the final third and focus fully on the next match. Nothing is lost yet.”
Broos will hope the experience gained from facing Mexico will be helpful when his team face Czechia.
South Africa and Czechia will be desparate to record their first win of the competition.
