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Mashego: Pitso is now more experienced

Aug 16, 2026 – 08:55 am
By Sipho Mlotha

Former Orlando Pirates forward Katlego Mashego, asserts that Pitso Mosimane now possesses sufficient experience to lead the national team, Bafana Bafana, towards greater achievements.

Mosimane is scheduled to return to the national team after receiving endorsement from the South African Football Association (SAFA) National Executive Committee (NEC). He will succeed Hugo Broos, whose contract expired at the end of July 2026.

This marks Mosimane’s first return to the national team coaching position since his initial tenure from 2010 to 2012.

“Jingle” brings a substantial amount of experience to the role, having developed further since his previous tenure. Mashego comments to KickOff, “He now has a better understanding of what it entails to coach Bafana Bafana. He is taking over from a coach who has performed well for the national team.”

Mashego further stated, “Mosimane aims to enhance the national team’s performance. Since leaving Bafana Bafana, he has achieved significant milestones. While he and Hugo Broos are different coaches, Mosimane, being South African, understands the local players better.”

He concluded, “I believe Pitso Mosimane is prepared to lead Bafana Bafana again. This appointment is well-suited for SAFA, as Mosimane seeks to improve his record with the national team.”