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Petersen's Absence: Broos Reveals Intention to Include Chiefs Goalkeeper
Hugo Broos, head coach of Bafana Bafana, initially wanted to call up Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Brandon Petersen for upcoming friendlies. Petersen's recent emergency appendix surgery prevented his inclusion in the team set to face Panama in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.
Bafana Bafana is scheduled to play Panama on Friday, March 27, at Moses Mabhida Stadium, and again on Tuesday, March 31, at DHL Stadium. These matches are intended to prepare the team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Broos named his 23-man squad for the two friendlies on Thursday. Broos admitted he had planned to include 30-year-old goalkeeper Brandon Petersen, but Petersen recently underwent emergency appendix surgery. Broos has selected Ronwen Williams, Renaldo Leaner, and Ricardo Goss as goalkeepers for the friendlies. Broos noted Petersen's strong performances with Chiefs, echoing a similar situation from over a year ago.
Key Facts
- Bafana Bafana will play two friendlies against Panama in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Hugo Broos initially wanted to include Kaizer Chiefs' Brandon Petersen in the squad.
- Petersen was ruled out due to emergency appendix surgery.
- Broos has named a 23-man squad for the friendlies.
- The selected goalkeepers are Ronwen Williams, Renaldo Leaner, and Ricardo Goss.
- The first match will be held on March 27 at Moses Mabhida Stadium.
- The second match takes place on March 31 at DHL Stadium.