CONFIRMED: Madagascar to replace Zambia for Bafana friendly

The South African Football Association (SAFA) have confirmed that COSAFA rivals Madagascar will replace Zambia as opposition for Bafana Bafana’s international friendly match set for Saturday, September 7, at Orlando Stadium.

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Madagascar came through for SAFA after the Zambian Federation withdrew from the scheduled friendly which was set to take place at the Heroes Stadium in Lusaka due to reported ongoing xenophobic attacks in South Africa.

Despite the minor setback, SAFA move swiftly in securing a replacement by calling upon the 2019 African Cup of Nations debutants who progressed as far as the quarter-finals at the continental showpiece in Egypt.

Coach Molefi Ntseki’s side will get the opportunity to play on home soil and will also face Glad Africa Championship outfit Moroka Swallows as part of their preparation.

The encounter will kick-off at 19:00.