Hugo Broos’ Bafana Bafana opened its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group stage with a 2-1 victory against Angola in Marrakech. The match pivoted on tactical changes implemented at halftime by head coach Broos, which addressed a subdued initial performance.

Broos highlighted the measurable impact of his substitutes post-match. The introduction of Tshepang Moremi in particular increased the team’s pressing intensity and offensive tempo.

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This shift facilitated both of South Africa’s second-half goals, scored by Oswin Appollis and Lyle Foster, which secured the result following a first half largely controlled by Angola.

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