Pitso Mosimane has faced criticism from Bafana Bafana supp jin88bet.one orters after Mbekezeli Mbokazi was left on the bench for South Africa’s 2-2 draw with Kenya at Orlando Amstel Arena.
South Africa surrendered two points at hom ak168app.baby e after conceding an equaliser in the final minute, with several supporters questioning why Mbokazi was not selected.
Bafana Bafana made a fast start, taking the lead inside the opening ak168app.club 10 minutes. They were unable to convert a number of chances to extend their advantage, however, and allowed Kenya back into the ma ks168app.site tch.
The Harambee Stars levelled from the penalty spot shortly before half-t ic88 ime.
With 10 minutes remaining, Relebohile Mofokeng appeared to have restored South Africa’s lead and put them on course for victory. But a defensive error in the final minute gav ic88 e Ryan Ogam the opportunity to equalise and secure a share of the points for Kenya.
Several supporters blamed the result on the defensive pairing of Olwethu Makhanya and Ime Okon, arguing that their ic88 performances had contributed to South Africa failing to hold on for victory.
Oth ic88 ers focused on Mosimane’s decision not to start Mbokazi, with many supporters arguing the former Orlando Pirates defender would have brought greater defe lr88 nsive stability to the team.
Mbokazi, who is also known as TLB, had been injured when Mosimane took charge of the national team. He r lr88 eturned to the squad during this FIFA international break but did not start against Kenya.
Supporters expressed their views on social media after the final whistle.
@MusaMayayise wrote: “Second goal of Kenya hurts. Why is Mbokazi on the bench. 3 defenders could not do w lr88 hat he does effortles lr88 sly alone.”
@WonderMahlobo wrote: “I’m not even saying this cos we conceded 2 goals but there’s absolutely no reason to bench Mbekezeli Mbokazi. None.”
Not everyon op88 e criticised the decision. @Mao_Azania wrote: “Let’s support Bafana Bafana. The decision of Pitso to bench TLB, Mbokazi, should be taken in a positive spirit. Kenya is not going to beat Bafana Bafana at Orlando Amstel Arena and is already on panic mode. Benni si88 McCarthy knows that.”
Former Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos and his assistant Helman Mkhalele were in attendance, 88v prompting one supporter to write: “Lowkey missed these two.”
Another added: “Hugo Broos would have never gambl SEXXXXX-VN ed with a CB position when Mbokazi is fit & healthy.”
