Isithombe Mbekezeli Mbokazi has helped bring stability to the Bafana backline alongside Ime Okon, and his efforts have earned high parise from coach Hugo Broos.
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos believes young defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi has all the attributes to become one of South African football's future leaders after his impressive performances alongside Ime Okon at the World Cup.
The young central defensive pairing has exceeded expectations during South Africa's run to the Round of 32, helping the side recover from an opening defeat to Mexico before securing qualification for the knockout stages.
Asked about the blossoming partnership between Mbokazi and Okon, Broos singled out the Chicago Fire defender in the MLS for special praise.
"Mbokazi is a very good player. He's young and he's making progression," Broos said at a press conference ahead of Sunday's Round of 32 clash against Canada in LA. "I see him now and I see him nearly one year ago and I think he becomes better and better."
