South African Squad Review Just How Well Did They Perform
South Africas exit from the World Cup was
Allen Robinson Jersey disappointing to say the least (even from a neutrals point of view), despite the fact that it was expected. Some players performed exceptionally well, yet some underperformed ma sively. Here I will take a brief look at each squad member, summarising their contribution to South Africas performances.Goalkeepers:Itumeleng Khune: Made some fine saves against Mexico in the opener, but ultimately it was his moment of madne s against Uruguay that cost them the chance of picking up any points. 6 (out of 10)Moeneeb Josephs: Drafted in after Khunes dismi sal against Uruguay, and couldnt prevent any goals conceded. Made one fine reflex save against
Bobby Massie Jersey France, tipping Riberys free-kick over the bar. 7Shu-Aib Walters: No appearances. N/AKhunes moment of madne s cost South Africa vital pointsDefenders:Siboniso Gaxa: The right-back provided some attacking threat down the flanks, but rarely delivered decent cro ses. Looked shaky at the back, too. 5Tsepo Masilela: Parreiras first-choice left-back looked a sured in defence and coped with the Mexican attack well. Also provided the a sist for Mphelas strike against France. 7Aaron Mokoena: Captain Mokoena didnt live up to expectations, and was at fault for Marquezs goal in the opener. Rarely threatened from set-pieces. 6Anele Ngcongca: No appearances. N/AMatthew Booth: No appearances. N/ALucas Thwala: Surprisingly started at left-back for the opener, but was forced off through injury. Made little impact. 5Bongani Khumalo: Scored the opener against France, a constant threat in the air. Extremely well disciplined. 8Siyabonga Sangweni: No appearances. N/AKhumalo scored against FranceMidfielders:Macbeth Sibaya: Started
Jim McMahon Jersey the final game against France, looked calm and collected on the ball. Probably his last World Cup appearance. 6Lance Davids: No appearances. N/ASiphiwe Tshabalala: South Africas star performer. Scored an absolute rocket in the Mexico match, and was unlucky not to score against France. A constant threat. 9Steven Pienaar: Probably the hosts most disappointing performer, putting in poor performances
Dick Butkus Jersey . Never lived up to his billing. 4Teko Modise: Played an excellent through ball to Tshabalala for that goal. Definitely one to keep an eye on. 7Reneilwe Letsholonyane: Looked decent in the holding role, spraying pa s after pa s out wide. Broke down a few attacks as well. 7Kagisho Dikgacoi: Suspended for the last encounter, but never really got going against Uruguay. Disappointing. 5Surprise Moriri: Only made one small substitute role, madeimpact. 5Thanduyise Khuboni: No appearances. N/ATshabalala was undoubtedly South Africas star performerStrikers:Katlego Mphela: Scored a bundler against the French, and was unlucky to hit the post against Mexico. Looked bright and played well throughout. 8Bernard Parker: Made two appearances, almost scored against France. Held the ball up well and delayed the
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