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Despite losing to Nigeria’s Super Eagles, Bafana Bafana received appreciation from South African celebrities.
In a gripping Wednesday night showdown, Bafana Bafana showcased an impressive performance against Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Despite losing the match in a penalty shootout, the South African soccer team earned admiration from both fans and celebrities alike.
Mzansi’s favourite celebrities took to social media to express words of encouragement and support for the boys, emphasizing the team’s commendable effort in delivering an exciting and competitive match against their Nigerian counterparts.
“SO proud of y’all! Contending with history. Your tenacity, your spirit, ALLL the cardio work you put us through! I believe you broke a very loooooong curse and brought us back. It’s onwards and upwards from here. THANK YOU!!!!!!! What a ride! We’ll be there when you go back for that cup,” Tumi Morake wrote.
“But they plaid shem. They foght,” Makhadzi wrote.
Bafana Bafana wrote, “We fought our fight! And I will continue doing so till the end! Thank you again, South Africa, for standing with us throughout.” on their official Instagram account.
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Meanwhile, Nigerian singer Timaya has sent a message to Nigerians living in South Africa, following their victory at the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final match yesterday.
The match, which ended with Nigeria securing a spot in the finals, seems to have sparked concerns regarding the safety of Nigerians in the host country.
Timaya, through his Twitter account, urged Nigerians in South Africa to “just day your day,” implying that they should remain indoors to avoid potential harm or clashes that could arise following the football match.