Hugo Broos Commits to Bafana Bafana Until 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Amid Tunisia Links, Video

Hugo Broos Commits to Bafana Bafana Until 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Amid Tunisia Links, Video

Robert Abong'o
updated at March 28, 2024 at 7:12 AM
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  • Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos, is a manager in demand
  • Tunisia's FA is reportedly seeking him as Jalal Kadri's successor
  • However, Broos has committed himself to South Africa's project

Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos, has reassured his team that he is firmly staying put amid rumours linking him to the Tunisian national team position.

Reports emerging from North Africa suggested the Belgian tactician was being eyed as a potential successor to Jalal Kadri ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in June.

Despite speculation claiming Broos had already agreed to join the Carthage Eagles at the end of his current deal with the South African Football Association (SAFA), he has suggested this was not true.

South African national coach, Hugo Broos, has given reassurances to his Bafana Bafana team amid links with Tunisia's top job.
South African national coach, Hugo Broos, has given reassurances to his Bafana Bafana team amid links with Tunisia's top job. Photo: Richard Pelham.
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Tunisia, currently under interim coach Montasser Louhichi, are actively seeking a permanent manager.

Broos, who lifted the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with Cameroon, reportedly stressed his commitment to players in the dressing room during the FIFA Series.

He directly addressed his players in a video clip currently circulating online, quelling any concerns about his departure.

"What you’ve heard and what you’ve read, there is nothing. Why should I leave such a good team as you?" Broos stated, as posted by iDiski Times.

Following the 3-3 draw with Algeria, he clarified that while there was interest from Club Brugge, there had been no contact with the Tunisian Federation.

The 71-year-old reiterated his commitment to guiding Bafana Bafana to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, giving reassurances that he would remain in charge for the upcoming matches.

South Africa is gearing up to face the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Zimbabwe in the tournament's qualifiers, scheduled for June, as reported by FIFA.

Broos discusses meeting with Irvin Khoza

Sports Brief also previously reported that Broos detailed meeting the PSL chairman, Dr Irvin Khoza.

The Bafana coach said he aimed to resolve problems between the local clubs and the national team.

Broos and the PSL clashed over a request for DStv Premiership games to pause ahead of the AFCON.

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