Overview
- The 20-year-old centre-back impressed in the 1-0 defeat to Egypt, with Hugo Broos calling him his man of the match after a decisive duel with Mohamed Salah.
- Broos argued MLS is not ideal for Mbokazi's development and urged a move to a top European league, citing lessons from coaching a young Vincent Kompany.
- Mbokazi recently moved from Orlando Pirates to Chicago Fire, a timing Broos had questioned even as he now emphasizes the player's high ceiling.
- South Africa play Zimbabwe in Marrakesh needing at least a draw to secure progression to the Africa Cup of Nations last 16.
- Nkosinathi Sibisi described strong competition for centre-back places, noting Broos has preferred Mbokazi alongside Siyabonga Ngezana with several other young defenders in the squad.