)
Injury blow for South Africa as star attacker Thapelo Maseko is a doubt for Nigeria clash.
South African national team, Bafana Bafana, faces a potential setback in their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign as one of their key players, Thapelo Maseko, is believed to be sidelined for the remainder of the tournament.
The 21-year-old attacker, who plays for Mamelodi Sundowns, sustained an injury during the quarter-final clash against Cape Verde, in which South Africa emerged victorious. This unfortunate development has cast doubts over Maseko's availability for the crucial semi-final against Nigeria.
)
15:20 - 06.02.2024
AFCON 2023: Super Eagles receive huge boost as Victor Osimhen CLEARED to face Bafana Bafana
Nigeria star-man Victor Osimhen has been cleared by doctors and is now set to face South Africa in the semi-final of AFCON 2023.
)
15:14 - 06.02.2024
Nigeria vs South Africa: Expert Betting Tips and Prediction for AFCON 2023
As the Super Eagles and Bafana Bafana prepare to face off in what promises to be a thrilling AFCON 2023 semi-final, betting enthusiasts are closely analyzing the teams' forms, historical data, and player performances.
Maseko's Versatility and Impact
Thapelo Maseko is a versatile winger, capable of playing on both the right and left sides, as well as functioning as an attacking midfielder.
His absence would undoubtedly be felt, as he has been instrumental for his club, Sundowns, this season, contributing with one assist and two goals in 16 appearances across all competitions.
While the extent of Maseko's injury remains uncertain, sources from Ivory Coast, where the tournament is taking place, have revealed that the young star is currently on crutches and will not be able to participate in the remaining matches of AFCON.
)
)
The severity of the injury has yet to be officially confirmed, as the national team's medical department has not provided details regarding the expected duration of Maseko's absence.
Bafana Bafana's head coach, Hugo Broos, faces a challenging situation with the potential loss of one of his key players as his team prepares to take on Nigeria in the semi-finals on Wednesday, 7 November
Related content
15:20 - 06.02.2024
AFCON 2023: Super Eagles receive huge boost as Victor Osimhen CLEARED to face Bafana Bafana
Nigeria star-man Victor Osimhen has been cleared by doctors and is now set to face South Africa in the semi-final of AFCON 2023.
)
10:04 - 06.02.2024
‘We don’t have superstars’- Okocha says current Super Eagles yet to surpass ex-players achievements
Okocha believes the current Nigerian team still has a long way to go before surpassing the achievements of his set of 1994- 2000.
)
09:30 - 06.02.2024
He has become the talk of the tournament — Mikel Obi heaps praise on Super Eagles star at AFCON
Super Eagles legend Mikel Obi has singled out one Nigerian player for special praise at AFCON 2023.
)
09:05 - 06.02.2024
We will win without penalties — Chukwueze on Super Eagles clash against South Africa
Super Eagles of Nigeria forward Samuel Chukwueze is talking tough ahead of the AFCON 2023 semi-final clash against South Africa.
)
03:32 - 06.02.2024
Victor Osimhen: Nigeria's possible alternatives ahead of AFCON 2023 semifinal against South Africa
The Super Eagles might have to come to terms with the unavailability of star forward Victor Osimhen, but they have a number of options to replace the Napoli man against South Africa
)
23:44 - 05.02.2024
AFCON 2023: Paul Onuachu hungry for more playing time as Nigeria soars
Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu desires more participation in Nigeria's AFCON journey.
)
23:06 - 05.02.2024
AFCON 2023: Super Eagles Suffer Major Blow as Osimhen Reportedly in Doubt for South Africa Semifinal
Nigeria could be without star forward Victor Osimhen when they take on South Africa in the 2023 AFCON semifinal
)
22:44 - 05.02.2024
AFCON 2023: Avoid loud celebrations — High commision warns Nigerians in South Africa ahead of semi-final clash
Nigeria's High Commission in Pretoria cautions Nigerian residents in South Africa to celebrate decorum should the Super Eagles beat Bafana Bafana in the AFCON semi-final clash on Wednesday.
)
19:16 - 05.02.2024
Matheus Cunha equals Kanu's Stamford Bridge feat with performance against Chelsea
The Wolves forward destroyed Chelsea with a sensational hat-trick to stand on the same pedestal as some of the Premier League's greatest-ever players
)
17:15 - 05.02.2024
Nigeria coach Jose Peseiro reveals two players Super Eagles miss at AFCON 2023
Jose Peseiro said things have been difficult without two players for Nigeria and the Super Eagles at the AFCON 2023.
)
16:55 - 05.02.2024
Nigeria vs South Africa: Super Eagles boss Peseiro urges Iwobi, others to 'step up' ahead semis
Jose Peseiro wants his Super Eagles stars led by Alex Iwobi to creative more scoring chances as they face South Africa at the AFCON 2023 semifinals and has.
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)