The match against Ghana was intense, filled with high stakes and expectations. Bafana needed a strong performance to keep their hopes alive in the qualifiers.
Mothwa stepped into the goalkeeping role amidst mounting pressure. His first half showed promise; he made some crucial saves that kept South Africa in contention.
However, as the game progressed, cracks began to show. A few misjudged attempts and an unfortunate error led to Ghana scoring a pivotal goal. The team’s disappointment was palpable.
Fans voiced their frustrations on social media after witnessing the slip-ups. Mothwa's confidence appeared shaken as he left the pitch that day.
Despite this setback, there were moments of brilliance from him too—reminders of his potential as a goalkeeper at this level. Balancing criticism with hope is part of being in such a demanding position in national football.
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