South Africa’s last-16 loss to Cameroon sparks reflection

Bafana Bafana’s mental struggles: Muhsin Ertugral critiques mindset after Afcon exit to Cameroon

Veteran PSL coach Muhsin Ertugral critiqued Bafana Bafana’s mental struggles and mindset following their 2-1 loss to Cameroon in the Africa Cup of Nations, highlighting the lack of aggressive response under pressure compared to past South African football greats.

Muhsin Ertugral cites fragile psychology as reason for Bafana’s Afcon exit

Former Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates coach Muhsin Ertugral has pointed to fragile player psychology as a key factor in Bafana Bafana’s 2-1 Afcon Last-16 defeat to  Cameroon. While praising Bafana coach Hugo Broos’ impact, Ertugral is urging the Belgian to promote  stronger mental resilience and closer cohesion between the national team and clubs. This as South Africa will now focus on preparing for the 2026 Fifa World Cup. Fifa World Cup pre…

Cameroon Coach Revels In Bafana Elimination

Cameroon head coach David Pagou says beating South Africa needs a mentality of steel as they advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Indomitable Lions, the second most successful side in AFCON history with five titles, came into the tournament in disarray, with head coach Marc Brys fired and two separate squads being announced in administrative loggerheads between the FA President and sports ministry. ALSO READ: Doc…