Kekana rewarded with Bafana call-up
Bafana Bafana coach Shakes Mashaba named his squad for their 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Cameroon this month.
The national coach named a strong squad featuring a number of players who are currently playing outside of the country. Meanwhile the likes of Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Hlompho Kekana has been rewarded for his good form.
All eyes will be on both goalkeepers Itumeleng Khune and Jackson Mabokgwane - as both shot-stoppers are short on game time this season.
Bafana face Cameroon away in their first leg tie on Saturday, March 26 at the Stade Omnisports de Limbe. The sides meet three days later on Tuesday, March 29 at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban.
Mashaba's men need to win the away leg to have a chance to qualify for the tournament in Gabon next year.
Bafana Bafana squad:
Goalkeepers: Itumeleng Khune, Jackson Mabokgwane, Darren Keet.
Defenders: Siyabonga Nhlapo, Asavela Mbekile, Anele Ngcongca, Thabo Matlaba, Cheslyn Jampies, Erick Mathoho, Sifiso Hlanti, Rivaldo Coetzee, Thulani Hlatshwayo.
Midfielders: Andile Jali, Kamohelo Makotjo, Thulani Serero, Themba Zwane, Jabulani Shongwe, Mpho Makola, Mandla Masango, Hlompho Kekana.
Strikers: Thansanqa Gabuza, Prince Nxumalo, Tokelo Rantie, Dino Ndlovu.
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