Siyanda Ndlovu reveals how he earned surprise Bafana Bafana call-up

For Siyanda Ndlovu, earning a place in Bafana Bafana's squad for the upcoming AFCON qualifiers came sooner than he expected.

The Mamelodi Sundowns winger was not included in Pitso Mosimane's initial 38-man preliminary squad for the double-header against Kenya. However, he received a late opportunity when the coach announced his final 27-man selection last week.

Ndlovu thanks Mosimane for recognising his performances

Ndlovu admitted he was surprised by the speed of his international breakthrough but expressed gratitude to Mosimane for giving him the opportunity.

“I felt so happy because I didn’t feel that this would happen so quickly the way it did,” he said.

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“But then I have to thank the coach for what he did because he saw my performances [at Sundowns].

“And he felt he must give me a chance to be part of the team.”

Bafana prepare for Kenya double-header

South Africa will host Kenya at Orlando Amstel Arena on Friday, November 13, before travelling for the return fixture four days later.

The two matches form part of Bafana's preparations as they look to secure positive results against the Harambee Stars in the upcoming international window.

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