BFA Defends Decision To Reject Zebras/Bafana Friendly
Monday, May 31, 2021
Zebras PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
The BFA came under heavy criticism from football pundits and fans after it rejected the game that was supposed to be played in the June FIFA international window. According to a letter circulating on social media platforms, South Africa Football Association (SAFA) had written to the local federation requesting a friendly match on Thursday, June 3.
The fixture was to be played at the Orlando Stadium, Johannesburg with SAFA footing the Zebras’ trip bill.
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