Bafana Bafana defeated Eritrea 5-0 in their AFCON 2027 qualifier match in Cairo. The result marked a strong start for South Africa in their qualifying campaign. Coach Hesham Yakan acknowledged the defeat, admitting his team's inexperience contributed to the loss. The match saw South Africa's players overwhelm Eritrea's squad. Relebohile Mofokeng stood out with a key performance.
South Africa secured maximum points from their opening two Group D matches. The victory follows Kenya's draw with Eritrea in a previous encounter. The result denied Eritrea a first competitive win over Kenya since 2019. Kenya had taken the lead in the first half but responded effectively.
This win strengthens South Africa's position in the qualifying group. The team will face Guinea in their next match. Benni McCarthy has warned of the threat posed by Serhou Guirassy. The result highlights South Africa's potential as a top-tier African team. The match also underscores the competitive nature of AFCON qualifiers.
