Watching Morocco play against Brazil really puts things into perspective. It shows just how far South Africa still has to go before we can truly call ourselves one of Africa’s elite football nations.
I rate the PSL highly and believe it’s one of the strongest leagues on the continent, but if we’re serious about competing with the very best, we need more of our top players testing themselves abroad.
Talent has never been our problem. Exposure to the highest level, week in and week out, is what separates good teams from great ones. The experience, intensity, and mentality gained in top leagues around the world are invaluable.
Morocco’s progress didn’t happen overnight. Their players are competing at the highest level, and it’s showing on the international stage.
South Africa has the talent. The next step is getting that talent into the world’s best leagues. 🇿🇦⚽ Just imagine if Teboho Mokoena was playing in the EPL every week, Relebohile Mofokeng somewhere in La Liga, and TLB testing himself against the best in England too. The quality is there, what’s missing is consistent exposure to the highest level of football.😔😩