South African Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has voiced support for midfielder Sipho Mbule after he was omitted from the Bafana Bafana squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Despite consistent and strong performances earlier in the season, Mbule did not make the final squad list, sparking discussion around the selection process.
McKenzie expressed his disappointment over the exclusion, emphasizing Mbule's contributions at the club level and his potential value to the national team. The minister's backing highlights growing scrutiny on team selection decisions ahead of crucial international fixtures.
Sources: https://iharare.com/gayton-mckenzie-backs-sipho-mbule-following-bafana-bafana-world-cup-squad-snub/