Following a period of strong performances, winger Puso Dithdejane is being considered as a likely player in the upcoming 'Bafana Bafana' qualifiers for AFCON. Relebohile Mofokeng and Puso Dithdejane are finding their rhythm at opportune moments for their respective clubs—Royal Union Saint-Gilloise and Chicago Fire—ahead of the 'Bafana Bafana' qualifiers for AFCON 2027 against Guinea and Eritrea this month.
Mofokeng scored his second goal for 'Saint-Gilloise' in the 'Jupiler Pro League' championship during the team's 3-0 victory over 'Sint-Truidense VV' on Wednesday. He scored the third goal of the match with a magnificent strike from inside the penalty area.
This goal was Mofokeng's second in the Belgian league following his high-profile transfer from 'Orlando Pirates' after the 'Bafana Bafana' campaign at the FIFA World Cup, where the team reached the Round of 32.
Meanwhile, Dithdejane demonstrated impressive recovery with 'Chicago Fire' after the World Cup. On Wednesday, he received the club's player of the month award for July/August after scoring four goals and providing three assists in all tournaments.
Dithdejane's impressive form comes at a critical time as 'Bafana' begins a new era under coach Pitso Mosimane before the continental tournament qualifiers in the Pamoda region. Mosimane needs every fit player, especially considering that four regular players—Talente Mbata, Evidens Macgopa, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, and Huliso Mudau—are on the injury list.
Furthermore, the stability of 'Bafana's' defense must be further bolstered by the fact that goalkeeper Ronwen Williams is in excellent form, recently making a match-winning performance when 'Mamelodi Sundowns' defeated 'Milford' 2-0 on Wednesday evening.
Given these circumstances, it is crucial that the attacking line complements the team's defensive strength. Therefore, Mofokeng and Dithdejane must maintain their impressive club form ahead of the upcoming international break.