Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has taken some flack since their defeat to Mexico.
Former Bafana Bafana striker Kermit Erasmus has joined the growing chorus of criticism directed at Hugo Broos following South Africa’s disappointing start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Bafana Bafana suffered a bruising 2-0 defeat to tournament co-hosts Mexico at the Estadio Azteca on Thursday, a result that has sparked intense domestic debate over both Broos’ defensive tactical approach and his candid post-match assessments.
The Belgian coach opted for a cautious, heavily fortified setup against the Mexicans, deploying a rigid backline that many supporters felt completely suffocated South Africa’s attacking flair from the outset.
Broos then drew further attention, and ire, during his post-match press duties by suggesting the tactical and technical level of the World Cup was significantly higher than what most of his squad regularly experience back home in the Betway Premiership and the CAF Champions League.
