The South African U23 men’s national team won their Olympic Games qualifier against Madagascar 1-0. The match, held in Johannesburg, saw the team overcome a tough challenge to advance. The decisive goal came in the 87th minute through midfielder Thulani Hlatshwayo. The result keeps South Africa in the running for the next stage of the competition.
This victory marks the second consecutive win for the South African team in the qualifiers. They had previously defeated Kenya 2-1 in a closely contested match. The current campaign is part of the Olympic qualification process for the 2024 Games in Paris. The team will now face Nigeria in the next round.
South Africa’s U23 team has been building momentum in the qualifiers. The squad, coached by former international player Sipho Makhubu, has focused on tactical discipline and defensive solidity. The team’s performance has been praised for its resilience and teamwork. The upcoming match against Nigeria will be a key test of their consistency.
